Pathology of the great saphenous vein is relatively common, but in isolation typically not life-threatening. Varicose veins: The great saphenous vein, like other superficial veins, can become varicose; swollen, twisted and lengthened, and generally considered to be unsightly.
These fruits and vegetables have zero carbs: 1  Spinach. 2  Lettuce. 3  Chard. Bok choy. 4  Radish. Mushrooms. 5  Cabbage. Asparagus. 6  Cucumber. Collard  greens. Bean sprouts.
Carbs you can eat: Plenty of low-carb vegetables. Some berries, maybe with whipped cream (yum). Trace carbs from other foods like avocados, nuts and seeds. Be aware that a low-carb diet is NOT no-carb. There is room for plenty of low-carb vegetables (full list here). Personally I had never eaten as many veggies as when I first started on a low-carb diet.