Keto in Moderation
Water Chestnut

Water Chestnut

per 1 cup (246 g):
13g
net carbs
0.3g
fats
2.3g
protein
75
calories

Is Water Chestnut Keto?

Water Chestnut should be consumed in moderation on keto because it has a fair amount of carbs.

Moderate Amount of Net Carbs

Water Chestnut contains 5.29g of net carbs per 100g serving. You need to be mindful of its serving size because it has a fair amount of carbs.

It is important to limit its consumption so you won't exceed the 20g - 30g daily net carb limit.

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.

Low in Fats

Water Chestnut is low in fats so make sure to supplement it with foods that are high in healthy fats.

Your body uses fat as energy while on ketosis so it is important to include healthy fat sources in your diet.

Examples of healthy fat sources for keto are virgin olive oil, grass-fed butter, and MCT oil.

Whole Food

Whole foods are packed with nutrients and should be a staple of a healthy keto diet.

Eating whole foods lowers the risk of cancer, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes.

You can both lose weight and improve overall health by eating mostly low-carb whole foods on keto.

Minimally Processed

Water Chestnut is minimally processed and free of harmful ingredients like non-keto sweeteners, highly refined oils, and food additives.

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

Net Carb Calculator

Water Chestnut
13 g
net carbs
17 g
carbs
4 g
fiber / sugar alcohol
0.3 g
fats
2.3 g
protein
75
calories

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