What are net carbs? A quick guide to staying in ketosis.

The keto diet is based on keeping carbohydrates very low so your body enters ketosis, a state in which you burn fat as your primary source of energy. But here's a common question: Should you count total or net carbs?

Total Carbs vs Net Carbs

• Total carbohydrates → include everything: sugars, starches, fiber, and polyols.

• Net carbs → are the ones that really affect your blood glucose level and can kick you out of ketosis.

📌 Quick formula:
Net Carbohydrates = Total Carbohydrates – Fiber – Polyols

Practical example with a keto product

Imagine you have a keto chocolate bar :

• Total Carbohydrates: 12 g

• Fiber: 6 g

• Polyalcohols (erythritol, etc…): 3 g

👉 Calculation: 12 – 6 – 3 = 3 g net carbs
These are the ones you really need to include in your keto diet.

Tip: Always check the label

Often, products that appear "light" or "sugar-free" may contain hidden carbohydrates. That's why it's key to look at the nutrition facts panel and calculate the net carbs.

At TiendaKeto.es, all of our products clearly indicate the net carbs per serving, so you can shop with confidence and without mistakes.

Recommended products to get started

• Savory keto snacks → with less than 5 net carbs.

• Keto pasta → with only 2.5g of net carbs

• Keto Breads → From 0 carbs

Conclusion

On keto, net carbs aren't counted, but rather total carbs. With this simple calculation, you can stay in ketosis without complications.

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