Dirty Keto
Atkinson's Sugar Free Mint Twists

Atkinson's Sugar Free Mint Twists

per 3 pcs (14 g):
0g
net carbs
0g
fats
0g
protein
30
calories

Is Atkinson's Sugar Free Mint Twists Keto?

Atkinson's Sugar Free Mint Twists is considered as 'Dirty Keto' because it is a low-carb processed food that contains unhealthy ingredients like acesulfame K, blue #1, and sucralose.

Dirty Keto

Atkinson's Sugar Free Mint Twists is low in net carbs but it should still be avoided on keto because it contains unhealthy ingredients like acesulfame K, blue #1, 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

Atkinson's Sugar Free Mint Twists 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 mints 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 Concentrated Syrup

Concentrated Syrup 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 mints 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 Harmful Food Additives

Atkinson's Sugar Free Mint Twists contains blue #1, red #3, and red #40 which are 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

Atkinson's Sugar Free Mint Twists
0 g
net carbs
10 g
carbs
10 g
fiber / sugar alcohol
0 g
fats
0 g
protein
30
calories

Ingredients Checker

Ingredients

Polyglycitol Syrup, Fd&C Red #40, Red #3, Blue #1, Natural Peppermint Oil, Acesulfame Potassium And Sucralose (Splenda Brand).

Non-Keto Sweeteners

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Concentrated Syrup

Highly-Refined Oils

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None

Harmful Food Additives

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