Is Hard Candy Keto?

Candy & Chocolate
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KETO VERDICTAVOID

Pure sugar and very high carbs (~98g net per 100g). Even small amounts can spike glucose/insulin and derail ketosis—best avoided on keto.

Pure sugar and very high carbs (~98g net per 100g). Even small amounts can spike glucose/insulin and derail ketosis—best avoided on keto.

Each 100g serving packs 98g net carbs / 100g net carbs, which is far too high for keto.

  • Net carbs (100g)98g net carbs / 100g
  • Keto verdictAvoid on keto
  • CategoryCandy & Chocolate

NUTRITION FACTS

Per 100g (raw)

Net Carbs
98g net carbs / 100g

Source: USDA FoodData Central

WHY IT'S NOT KETO-FRIENDLY

  • Not keto: essentially concentrated sugar with negligible fiber, fat, or protein
  • Rapidly absorbed carbs drive blood sugar and insulin spikes
  • Hyper-palatable and easy to overeat, making macro control difficult

HEALTH BENEFITS

  • Minimal nutritional value; provides quick energy only (sugar)

PREPARATION SUGGESTIONS

SKIP IT

Choose keto alternatives (e.g., sugar-free candies or dark chocolate 85%) to satisfy a sweet tooth without derailing ketosis.

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