Honey is not keto: it has ~17 g of net carbs per 1 tablespoon, against the keto diet's 5 g-per-serving limit.
Net carbs
17 g
per 1 tablespoon
These are the carbs that count on keto: total carbs minus fiber.
It has 17.3 g of net carbs per tablespoon and a high glycemic index that stalls ketosis.
Nutrition facts for honey
0 g
Fat
0.1 g
Protein
0 g
Fiber
Why honey is not keto?
On keto the goal is to stay under ~5 g of net carbs per serving; honey has 17 g per 1 tablespoon (17 g total − 0 g of fiber).
How much honey can I eat on keto?
To stay under 5 g of net carbs, the limit is ~6 g of honey.
Related
✓Yes
Stevia
0 g net
/ 1 teaspoon
~In moderation
Coconut sugar
11 g net
/ 1 tablespoon
✓Yes
Erythritol
0 g net
/ 1 tablespoon
~In moderation
Sugar
12 g net
/ 1 tablespoon
✓Yes
Xylitol
0 g net
/ 1 tablespoon
✓Yes
Sucralose
0 g net
/ 1 teaspoon (table sweetener)
See all: Endulzantes keto
Source: nutritional estimate (USDA-style reference) · Confidence: high
Reviewed by the Ketorai team · Last updated: July 1, 2026 · How we assign the verdict
For information only. This does not replace advice from a health professional.
Reviewed by the Ketorai team · Last updated: July 1, 2026 · How we assign the verdict
For information only. This does not replace advice from a health professional.
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