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Shredded Coconut

Shredded Coconut (Coconut Flakes, Desiccated Coconut)

Dried, Unsweetened
per 100 g:
7.3g
net carbs
64.5g
fats
6.9g
protein
660
calories

Is Shredded Coconut Keto?

Shredded Coconut is high in fats but should be consumed minimally on keto because it is high in net carbs.

High in Net Carbs

Shredded Coconut is high in carbs (7.3g of net carbs per 100g serving) so you need to avoid it as much as possible.

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.

Not an Ideal Source of Fat for Keto

Shredded Coconut is not an ideal source of fat for keto because they are high in carbs.

Your body will only be able to use fats as energy (ketosis) if you restrict your net carbs to 20g - 30g per day. Thus, it is important to get your fats from high-fat foods that are also low in net carbs.

Avocado, salmon, and ghee are great examples of foods that are both low in carbs and high in fat.

Minimally Processed But High in Carbs

Shredded Coconut is minimally processed but not a good fit for keto because it is high in carbs.

It is important to check both macros and ingredients of your foods to achieve a healthy weight loss on keto.

Here are the common ingredients to be checked for keto - sweeteners, oils, and food additives.

Net Carb Calculator

Shredded Coconut
Dried, Unsweetened
7.3 g
net carbs
23.6 g
carbs
16.3 g
fiber / sugar alcohol
64.5 g
fats
6.88 g
protein
660
calories

Alternative Baking Ingredients for Keto

Keto-Friendly

Generic

Hemp Milk

0.7
Net Carbs per 240g
Low Carb
Minimally Processed
Keto-Friendly

Generic

Cashew Milk

0.8
Net Carbs per 240g
Low Carb
Minimally Processed
Keto-Friendly

Generic

Almond Flour

6.9
Net Carbs per 100g
Moderate Carb
Minimally Processed
Healthy Fats, Whole Food
Keto in Moderation

Generic

Soy Milk

3.1
Net Carbs per 240g
Moderate Carb
Minimally Processed
Dirty Keto
0
Net Carbs per 10g
Low Carb
Artificial Sweetener
Carb-free but unhealthy