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Understanding Net Carbs Fiber (present in fruit and other plant foods) is a type of carb that isn't absorbed as well in the digestive tract, and therefore doesn't affect blood sugar.—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 19 Feb. 2026 To do this, add a balanced organic fertilizer to the soil or use a water-soluble plant food once per week.—Nashia Baker, Martha Stewart, 29 Jan. 2026 Furthermore, plant foods such as edamame, lentils, peas, nuts, seeds and legumes offer a healthy source of protein that’s free from the cholesterol found only in animal products.—Gene Baur, Mercury News, 24 Jan. 2026 Citrus plant food or organic fruit tree foods work well, or look for slow-release fertilizers.—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 22 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for plant food