Dirty Keto
Private Selection Basil Pesto

Private Selection Basil Pesto

per 0.25 cup (60 g):
1g
net carbs
22g
fats
2g
protein
210
calories

Is Private Selection Basil Pesto Keto?

Private Selection Basil Pesto is considered as 'Dirty Keto' because it is a low-carb processed food that contains unhealthy ingredients.

Dirty Keto

Private Selection Basil Pesto is low in net carbs but it should still be avoided on keto because it contains canola oil.

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 Canola Oil

Canola Oil is a highly refined oil that is prone to oxidation and may cause inflammation in the body.

Highly refined oils are usually extracted using high heat and chemicals. This process strips out the nutrients from the oil and replaces them with harmful chemicals.

It is important to get your fats from healthy sources so your body can burn clean fuel while on ketosis. You may check out our list of best and worst oils for keto here.

Net Carb Calculator

Private Selection Basil Pesto
1 g
net carbs
2 g
carbs
1 g
fiber / sugar alcohol
22 g
fats
2 g
protein
210
calories

Ingredients Checker

Ingredients

Basil, Canola Oil, Spinach, Garlic, Parmesan Cheese (Milk, Cheese Culture, Salt, Enzymes), Romano Cheese (Milk, Cheese Culture, Salt, Enzymes), Yeast Extract, Salt, Citric Acid, Ascorbic Acid

Non-Keto Sweeteners

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Highly-Refined Oils

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Harmful Food Additives

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