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elderberry

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Also: black elderberry

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Is elderberry keto?

elderberry is keto only in small portions: it has ~8 g of net carbs per 1/2 cup, against the keto diet's 5 g-per-serving limit.

Net carbs = total − fiber

8 g

per 1/2 cup

These are the carbs that count on keto: total carbs minus fiber.

In a realistic portion of 1/2 cup, elderberries contain 8.26 g of net carbs and should be consumed with moderation.

Nutrition facts for elderberry

0.4 g
Fat
0.5 g
Protein
5.1 g
Fiber

How many carbs are in elderberry?

elderberry has ~13 g of carbs and ~8 g of net carbs per 1/2 cup (total carbs minus 5 g of fiber).

Why elderberry is keto only in small portions?

On keto the goal is to stay under ~5 g of net carbs per serving; elderberry has 8 g per 1/2 cup (13 g total − 5 g of fiber).

How much elderberry can I eat on keto?

To stay under 5 g of net carbs, the limit is ~44 g of elderberry. A better keto alternative is raspberry.

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Source: nutritional estimate (USDA-style reference) · Confidence: high
Reviewed by the Ketorai team · Last updated: September 29, 2026 · How we assign the verdict
For information only. This does not replace advice from a health professional.
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