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11 Surprising Foods You Can't Eat on the Keto Diet
To see the results you want, knowing what not to eat on the keto diet is just as important as knowing what you should. With that in mind, here are the top foods to avoid.
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Bananas
Even though they're loaded with nutrients and are surprisingly good for your hair and skin, bananas are basically off the table when you're eating keto. Why? They've got a whopping 31 grams of carbs per banana. Eat one, and you're almost at your quota for the day. Pick up a few of these keto snack bars, instead.
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Mangoes
If there's a fruit even worse on the keto diet than bananas, it's mangoes. These tropical treats have a high carb content, packing in 50 grams per fruit! Learn about some other common keto mistakes.
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Sweet Potatoes
While many vegetables are welcome on the keto diet, sweet potatoes are not one of them. Each one carries 27 grams of carbs. So, if roasted sweet potatoes are one of your favorite dinnertime staples, try swapping them with a less starchy option. Looking for keto dinner inspiration? Try these recipe ideas!
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Quinoa
Quinoa may help balance hormones, but it's off the keto-approved food list for a few reasons. It's high in carbs, for one thing. It also has a high glycemic index and, as such, takes longer to digest. So while there is a more active version of keto dieting that allows it, usually this superfood is out.
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Red Wine
There are lots of reasons to enjoy a glass of wine. (It may improve your oral health, for example!) But when you think about what wine is made from, it's no surprise it's off keto meal plans. High in sugar and carbs, grapes can easily slow down ketosis—and the same goes for drinks made from 'em.
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Canola Oil
While eating keto does mean enjoying high-fat foods, that doesn't mean any and all kinds of fat. Canola oil, like most vegetable and seed oils, is not allowed. Better options include MCT oil, coconut oil and extra-virgin olive oil. Read about the healthiest fats here.
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Cashews
Given that keto is all about healthy fats and proteins, you might think nuts are a safe bet. Unfortunately, that's not the case, at least when it comes to cashews. These nuts may be delicious and versatile, but they're also too high in carbs to support ketosis. The same goes for pistachios.
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Pasta
For a diet that's low in carbohydrates, it's no surprise that carb-heavy pasta is off the menu. But did you know the same goes for whole-grain or even bean-based varieties, too? Should a pasta craving strike while you're on this diet, consider making your own zucchini noodles instead.
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Maple Syrup
Sure, most diets will restrict your sugar intake, but eating keto means avoiding all forms of the substance. This includes even maple syurp, honey and dates. They're too high in carbs to support ketosis. Discouraged about skipping your sugar fix? Check out this list of foods you can still enjoy!
Originally Published: August 20, 2019
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