![]() ![]() But… it’s probably making you weaker, especially if you consume it daily. Modern day gluten (the protein) isn’t going to outright kill you. Gluten sensitivity isn’t just for those that have been diagnosed with celiac. Congrats, you’re so silly, clever, and handsome. I think it’s funny that people now wear “I eat gluten” as a badge of honor. Gluten is a protein and for most, it will not raise blood sugar. Wheat Gluten, Wheat Protein Isolate, Cultured Wheat Flour BUT that doesn’t mean you should consume them… There’s a problem with these ingredients BUT alone, they do not raise blood sugar. Problematic Ingredients (not Keto specific) I’m not in belief that this was the reason for the spike but I have to remain someone skeptical as fibers are not as reliable as alternative sweeteners like Allulose and Stevia in relation to blood sugar control. With this ingredient, I’d give it pass if the bread didn’t raise my blood sugar. However, I’m not sure that labeling always tells the full story on what fibers are actually being used. Inulin is not broken down by bacteria in the gut, so it has a low GI rating of 2-5 and may not raise blood sugar. It will release its energy slowly into the system and in theory should keep your blood sugar level under control. Inulin is a natural carbohydrate which humans can digest, but the bacteria in the gut cannot break it down. Inulin (should be safe but I’m not completely convinced) The FDA has approved inulin for use in a variety of food applications, such as frozen desserts and cereal bars. One of the benefits of inulin is that it is more readily digested than other fibers, and it does not have the same effect as insoluble fiber on increasing fecal bulk. Inulin is a soluble fiber that can be used as an alternative to fiber supplements and modified food starches. I wore a CGM and tested the US Government’s Recommendations (here’s what I learned).To read more on CGM use and testing, here are two useful blog posts: This product cannot be considered Keto, it raises blood sugar and IMO it’s mostly because of the very first ingredient: tapioca starch. Remember: when on a Ketogenic Diet, it’s important to eat foods that do not raise blood sugar levels. Here’s a good spot to insert a visual of how this bread spiked my blood sugar. Costco Bread (Artisan Bakers) Raises Blood Sugar While i think Cassava flour is a great alternative for most, it’s a terrible option if you’re trying to manage blood sugar levels. ![]() The number one ingredient listed on this bread is known to raise blood sugar. High Glycemic Response from Tapioca Starch The final step is to dry them so they will not be sticky and gooey when they are cooked with other ingredients in food products such as puddings or breads. These granules are then strained and rinsed with water until all of the liquid has been removed from them. The pulp is then mixed with water and heated to allow the starch in the roots to break down into smaller pieces of starch granules. This process is repeated until the desired purity is reached. The roots are peeled, washed, and grated to create a pulp. Tapioca starch is usually made from the cassava root. However, while I love it and think it’s a clean alternative to grains, there’s a darker side: it raises blood sugar levels. I love Cassava flour, it’s a great alternative for wheat flour, and is perfect in Paleo recipes. Let’s review ingredients that should be avoided (for all) and ingredients that should be avoided by those on a Keto Diet. Problematic Keto Ingredients (in Keto Bread at Costco) Preservatives (calcium propionate, sorbic acid).Here are the ingredients in the Artisan Bakers bread: The bread in question is the Artisan Bakers Keto Bread available at Costco. ![]() In this post we dive in to the ingredients used for Costco’s Keto bread and determine if it’s actually Keto or if it’s just a marketing gimmick. ![]()
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