Keto-Friendly
Inulin

Inulin (Chicory Root Fiber)

per 1 teaspoon (8 g):
0.5g
net carbs
0g
fats
0g
protein
30
calories

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

Keto-Friendly

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Monk Fruit

0
Net Carbs per 10g
Low Carb
Keto Sweetener
No effect in ketosis
Keto-Friendly

Generic

Erythritol

0
Net Carbs per 10g
Low Carb
Keto Sweetener
No effect in ketosis
Keto in Moderation

Generic

Isomalt

2.5
Net Carbs per 10g
Moderate Carb
Low-Glycemic Sugar Alcohol
Might kick you out of ketosis
Keto in Moderation

Generic

Sorbitol

3.3
Net Carbs per 10g
Moderate Carb
Low-Glycemic Sugar Alcohol
Might kick you out of ketosis
Dirty Keto
0
Net Carbs per 10g
Low Carb
Artificial Sweetener
Carb-free but unhealthy