Hidden carbs / Zero-carb sweetener
Is acesulfame potassium (Ace-K) keto?
Keto-friendlyNo carbs
Yes. Ace-K is a zero-calorie sweetener, usually paired with sucralose or aspartame. No carbs.
What it is
Acesulfame potassium (Ace-K) is about 200 times sweeter than sugar. It is usually blended with another sweetener to round out the flavor and adds no carbs.
How to count it
Adds no meaningful carbs on its own.
No carbs themselves, though packets are often bulked with dextrose.
Where you will find it
- Diet drinks
- Protein powders
- Sugar-free desserts
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Quick answers
Is acesulfame potassium (Ace-K) keto?
Yes. Ace-K is a zero-calorie sweetener, usually paired with sucralose or aspartame. No carbs.
Does acesulfame potassium (Ace-K) count toward net carbs?
No carbs. Adds no meaningful carbs on its own.
What is acesulfame potassium (Ace-K)?
Acesulfame potassium (Ace-K) is about 200 times sweeter than sugar. It is usually blended with another sweetener to round out the flavor and adds no carbs.
What other names does it go by on a label?
acesulfame k, acesulfame-k, ace-k, acesulfame.
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