Dirty Keto
Old Timer Chorizo

Old Timer Chorizo

per 1 link (84 g):
3g
net carbs
15g
fats
13g
protein
200
calories

Is Old Timer Chorizo Keto?

Old Timer Chorizo is considered as 'Dirty Keto' because it is a low-carb processed food that contains unhealthy ingredients like sugar, sodium nitrite, and high fructose corn syrup.

Dirty Keto

Old Timer Chorizo is low in net carbs but it should still be avoided on keto because it contains unhealthy ingredients like sugar, sodium nitrite, and high fructose corn syrup.

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 High-Glycemic Sweeteners

Old Timer Chorizo contains high-glycemic sweeteners like sugar, high fructose corn syrup, and dextrose. These sweeteners can raise your blood sugar level and prevent you from reaching ketosis.

As an alternative, you may look for other chorizo brands 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 Sodium Nitrite

Sodium Nitrite 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

Old Timer Chorizo
3 g
net carbs
3 g
carbs
0 g
fiber / sugar alcohol
15 g
fats
13 g
protein
200
calories

Ingredients Checker

Ingredients

Pork, Pork Hearts, Water, Seasoning ( Spice [ Including Red Pepper And Mustard ] , Corn Syrup Solids , Dextrose , Paprika , Dehydrated Garlic , Dehydrated Onion , Sugar ) Salt, Beef, Sodium Phosphate, Vinegar, Sodium Nitrite .

Highly-Refined Oils

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Harmful Food Additives

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Alternative Chorizo Brands for Keto

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1.4
Net Carbs per 100g
Low Carb
Good Ingredients
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1.8
Net Carbs per 100g
Low Carb
Good Ingredients
High in Fats
Keto-Friendly
1.8
Net Carbs per 100g
Low Carb
Good Ingredients
High in Fats
Keto-Friendly
1.8
Net Carbs per 100g
Low Carb
Good Ingredients
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Dirty Keto
3.6
Net Carbs per 100g
Low Carb
Unhealthy Ingredients
Dextrose, BHA/BHT