Dirty Keto
Starburst Zero Sugar Strawberry Drink Mix

Starburst Zero Sugar Strawberry Drink Mix

per 2g (unprepared) / 16.9 fl oz (prepared):
2g
net carbs
0g
fats
0g
protein
5
calories

Is Starburst Zero Sugar Strawberry Drink Mix Keto?

Starburst Zero Sugar Strawberry Drink Mix is considered as 'Dirty Keto' because it is a low-carb beverage that contains unhealthy ingredients like aspartame, red #40, and acesulfame K.

Dirty Keto

Starburst Zero Sugar Strawberry Drink Mix is low in net carbs but it should still be avoided on keto because it contains unhealthy ingredients like aspartame, red #40, and acesulfame K.

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 Artificial Sweeteners

Starburst Zero Sugar Strawberry Drink Mix contains artificial sweeteners like aspartame and acesulfame K. These sweeteners are carb-free, but they may lead to gut health problems when consumed regularly.

As an alternative, you may look for other water enhancers 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 Maltodextrin

Maltodextrin is a high-glycemic sweetener that can raise your blood sugar level and prevent you from reaching ketosis.

As an alternative, you may look for other water enhancers 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 Red #40

Red #40 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

Starburst Zero Sugar Strawberry Drink Mix
2 g
net carbs
2 g
carbs
0 g
fiber / sugar alcohol
0 g
fats
0 g
protein
5
calories

Ingredients Checker

Ingredients

Citric Acid, Maltodextrin*, Aspartame†, Artificial Flavor, Contains 2% Or Less Of The Following: Artificial Color, Acesulfame Potassium, Magnesium Oxide, Monocalcium Phosphate, Red 40.

Highly-Refined Oils

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