How many carbs are in brains?
1 cup of brains contains about 2.1g of carbohydrate, 16.2g of protein, and 210 calories.
Carbs by portion size
| Portion | Total carbs | Fiber | Net carbs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 oz yields (20g) | 0.3g | 0g | 0.3g |
| 1 cup (140g) | 2.1g | 0g | 2.1g |
| 100 grams (100g) | 1.5g | 0g | 1.5g |
Net carbs in brains
1 cup of brains contains 2.1g of net carbs — total carbs (2.1g) minus dietary fiber (0g). Net carbs are the carbs your body actually digests and that raise blood glucose. See our guide to net carbs for how this calculation works and when to use it.
Full nutrition for brains (per 100g)
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Carbohydrate: 1.5g
- Dietary fiber: 0g
- Sugars: 0g
- Protein: 11.6g
- Fat: 10.5g
Reference values from USDA FoodData Central (survey fndds dataset, fdcId 2341568). Values are per 100 grams.
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How many carbs are in brains?
1 cup of brains contains about 2.1g of total carbohydrate. After subtracting 0g of fiber, the net carbs are about 2.1g.
How many net carbs are in brains?
Net carbs in 1 cup of brains are about 2.1g — that is total carbs (2.1g) minus dietary fiber (0g). See our net carbs explainer for the full calculation.
Is brains good for diabetics?
Brains contains carbohydrates that will raise blood glucose. Whether it fits your meal plan depends on the portion and your overall daily target. Most U.S. diabetes care teams use total carbs (not net) for insulin dosing — see our diabetes carb-counting guide.
Is brains keto-friendly?
Whether brains fits a keto plan depends on your daily net-carb budget (typically under 20–30g per day). One serving (1 cup) provides about 2.1g of net carbs.