Dirty Keto
4C Lemon Iced Tea Mix

4C Lemon Iced Tea Mix

per 1 packet (unprepared) / 16.9 fl oz (prepared):
2g
net carbs
0g
fats
0g
protein
10
calories

Is 4C Lemon Iced Tea Mix Keto?

4C Lemon Iced Tea Mix is considered as 'Dirty Keto' because it is a low-carb beverage that contains unhealthy ingredients like acesulfame K, red #40, and sucralose.

Dirty Keto

4C Lemon Iced Tea Mix is low in net carbs but it should still be avoided on keto because it contains unhealthy ingredients like acesulfame K, red #40, and sucralose.

Dirty Keto is a common label for low-carb foods with unhealthy ingredients. You may still reach ketosis and lose weight with dirty keto, but it might also lead to health problems in the long run.

It is better to eat nutritious low-carb foods so you can achieve a healthy weight loss on keto. Great examples of which are broccoli, olives, and mackerel.

You can calculate your ideal daily net carb allowance by using this keto macros calculator.

Contains Artificial Sweeteners

4C Lemon Iced Tea Mix contains artificial sweeteners like acesulfame K and sucralose. These sweeteners are carb-free, but they may lead to gut health problems when consumed regularly.

As an alternative, you may look for other iced tea drink mix that use keto-friendly sweeteners like stevia, monk fruit, or erythritol.

You can check out our full list of best and worst sweeteners for keto here.

Contains Maltodextrin

Maltodextrin is a high-glycemic sweetener that can raise your blood sugar level and prevent you from reaching ketosis.

As an alternative, you may look for other iced tea drink mix that use keto-friendly sweeteners like stevia, monk fruit, or erythritol.

You can check out our full list of best and worst sweeteners for keto here.

Contains Red #40

Red #40 is a controversial additive that is included in our list of food additives to avoid for keto.

Food additives are potentially harmful to health and should be avoided as much as possible.

Most of your diet should come from minimally processed foods to achieve a healthy weight loss on keto.

Net Carb Calculator

4C Lemon Iced Tea Mix
2 g
net carbs
2 g
carbs
0 g
fiber / sugar alcohol
0 g
fats
0 g
protein
10
calories

Ingredients Checker

Ingredients

Instant Tea, Citric Acid, Maltodextrin, Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C), Gum Arabic, Caramel Color, Acesulfame Potassium, Natural Lemon Flavor With Other Natural Flavors, Sucralose, Red 40.

Highly-Refined Oils

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Harmful Food Additives

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