The short answer
Lower in carbs, at 3 to 6 grams, but they add up.
A typical serving is 12 oz (355 g). That has 103 calories, 0.7 g protein, 0 g fat and 5.7 g net carbs (5.7 g total carbs − 0 g fiber).
How many servings fit in your carb budget?
Based on using your entire daily net-carb limit on this one food, which you would not do in practice.
Lower-carb swaps for light beer
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g: 29 kcal · 1.6 g net carbs · 0.2 g protein · 0 g fat. Estimates vary by brand and preparation.
Frequently asked questions
Is light beer keto?
Light beer can fit a keto diet in small portions. A serving (12 oz (355 g)) has about 5.7 g of net carbs, roughly 23% of a typical 25 g daily limit.
How many carbs are in light beer?
A serving of light beer (12 oz (355 g)) has about 5.7 g of total carbohydrates and 0 g of fiber, which works out to roughly 5.7 g of net carbs. Per 100 g it has about 1.6 g of net carbs.
Can I eat light beer on a keto diet?
In small portions, yes. Lower in carbs, at 3 to 6 grams, but they add up. Count it toward your daily net carb limit and keep the serving modest.
What can I eat instead of light beer?
Lower-carb swaps include vodka, gin, dry red wine, brut champagne.
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