The short answer is yes and no. There are some fruits you can enjoy on keto, but you’ll want to eat them in moderation. In general, keto diet guidelines suggest avoiding most fruits. While keto-friendly fruits do exist, it’s advised that you keep them to a minimum.
What Happens When You Eat Fruit on Keto…
Most fruits are loaded with carbs. (A banana has 30 net carbs.) And because keto requires a low carb intake, even a small serving of fruit can take up much of your carb allotment for the day. If you eat fruits that are especially high in carbs or sugar (think: dried fruits and fruit juice), they can hinder your body from reaching ketosis. However, if you load up on low-carb fruits that are rich in healthy fats (like avocado), they can help you reach ketosis.
What Happens When You Don’t Eat Fruit on Keto…
When you keep your fruit intake to a minimum, you leave room for other, more nutritionally robust carbs (think: cauliflower, mushrooms, and macadamia nuts). And because you can only eat so many carbs each day, you want to make each one count.
If you opt for low-carb food options instead of fruit, you may reach ketosis more easily. This also helps keep your sugar intake down, which is another important step toward reaching ketosis.
