Which of the following is typically included in the count of total carbohydrates on a nutrition label?

a. sodium

b. protein

c. fiber

d. cholesterol

The answer is (C) fiber. Dietary fiber is included under total carbohydrates because it is a type of carbohydrate, however your body does not digest it, so if you are looking at carbohydrates for blood sugar reasons, you can subtract the dietary fiber out.