Is Cranberry Juice Keto?

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KETO VERDICTLIMIT

Cranberry juice is high in net carbs (~12.2g per 100ml). A standard 8 oz (~240ml) glass delivers ~29g net carbs—far beyond keto budgets—and most commercial options are sweetened. If you want cranberry benefits, choose whole berries or extracts; avoid drinking juice on keto.

Cranberry juice is high in net carbs (~12.2g per 100ml). A standard 8 oz (~240ml) glass delivers ~29g net carbs—far beyond keto budgets—and most commercial options are sweetened. If you want cranberry benefits, choose whole berries or extracts; avoid drinking juice on keto.

  • Net carbs (100g)12.2g
  • Protein (100g)0.4g
  • Fat (100g)0.1g
  • Keto verdictLimit portions

NUTRITION FACTS

Per 100g (raw)

Net Carbs
12.2g
Total Carbs
12.6g
Fiber
0.4g
Protein
0.4g
Fat
0.1g
Calories
52

Source: USDA FoodData Central

WHY TO LIMIT IT ON KETO

  • High carb density: ~12.2g net carbs per 100ml; an 8 oz (~240ml) glass ≈ 29g
  • Commercial products are often sweetened, further increasing sugars
  • Liquid sugars: juicing strips fiber, promoting rapid absorption
  • Low satiety: almost no protein, fat, or fiber
  • No reasonable glass fits keto macros; at most a 15–30ml splash diluted (if used at all)
  • Whole cranberries offer fiber and lower net carbs per typical portion compared with juice

HEALTH BENEFITS

  • Provides polyphenols (including proanthocyanidins) with antioxidant activity
  • May help reduce risk of recurrent UTIs when specific PAC content is adequate
  • Contains anti-inflammatory phytonutrients
  • Potential cardiovascular support markers in non-keto contexts
  • Compounds may help limit adherence of certain bacteria
  • Antioxidant intake can help counter everyday oxidative stress

PREPARATION SUGGESTIONS

AVOID JUICE FORM

Best practice on keto: skip cranberry juice. Its sugars are concentrated and fiber-free, making it a carb-heavy choice.

FRESH CRANBERRIES ALTERNATIVE

Use whole, unsweetened cranberries (~7.6g net carbs per 100g) in small amounts for sauces or salads instead of juice.

CRANBERRY EXTRACT

Opt for standardized cranberry extract capsules or powders to capture benefits without the sugar load.

NON-KETO RECIPES

Reserve cranberry juice for non-keto cocktails, glazes, or desserts where small amounts are acceptable off-plan.