Is Inulin Keto?
Inulin is a keto-friendly natural sweetener with a glycemic index of zero. It is 10% as sweet as sugar.
Keto-Friendly Sweetener
Inulin has a glycemic index of 0 so it won't have an effect on ketosis unlike sugar, honey, or fructose.
It is a healthier natural alternative to artificial sweeteners. Artificial sweeteners may lead to gut health problems when consumed regularly.
It is 10% as sweet as sugar.
Low in Net Carbs
Inulin is good for keto because it is low in net carbs (0.63g of net carbs per 10g serving).
It is important to limit your net carb consumption to 20g - 30g per day to stay in ketosis.
You can calculate your ideal daily net carb allowance by using this keto macros calculator. Then use the serving calculator below to determine a serving size that fits your net carb budget.
Net Carb Calculator
Inulin
0.5 g
net carbs
8 g
carbs
7.5 g
fiber / sugar alcohol
0 g
fats
0 g
protein
30
calories
Alternative Sweeteners for Keto
Generic
Mannitol
2
Net Carbs per 10g
Moderate Carb
Low-Glycemic Sugar Alcohol
Might kick you out of ketosis
Generic
Sorbitol
3.3
Net Carbs per 10g
Moderate Carb
Low-Glycemic Sugar Alcohol
Might kick you out of ketosis
Generic
Aspartame
0
Net Carbs per 10g
Low Carb
Artificial Sweetener
Carb-free but unhealthy