Are Konjac Noodles Keto Friendly?

Have you heard of konjac noodles? Find out what they are and if you can have them on the keto diet.

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0:00 What are konjac noodles? 
0:18 Are konjac noodles keto-friendly? 
0:48 Is it ok to consume konjac noodles? 
1:20 Benefits of konjac noodles 
2:00 Other keto-friendly pasta alternatives
2:12 Bulletproof your immune system *free course! 

Are konjac noodles keto-friendly? Other names for konjac noodles are miracle noodles or shirataki noodles. Konjac noodles are keto-friendly. They are 97% water and 3% fiber. Fiber is a carb, but it doesn’t have any effect on insulin. 

This type of fiber can have some interesting effects, including:
• It may act as a detox 
• It may help support weight loss
• It may help loosen mucus 

Something to keep in mind about these noodles is that they are flavorless. So, you’ll have to add things to them to make them flavorful. These noodles do not have the same texture as pasta noodles, but they’re similar. You may also get very thirsty if you consume these noodles. 

Benefits of konjac noodles:
• They can decrease hunger
• They may help stabilize your blood sugars
• They may help decrease constipation 
• They don’t have any calories 

Other keto pasta alternatives: 
• Spaghetti squash 
• Zucchini noodles 

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Thanks for watching! You may want to give konjac noodles a try.

[phyphedelic]

I live in Japan (American) and I love shirataki as a keto friendly pasta substitute. I started eating them because of their lower carb levels, but even happier now that you confirmed their ketogenic properties. Thanks Doc!

[grisyvr]

I have lost 19 lbs in four months and discovering many different foods and recipes that are keto friendly.
I am 100% in and loving it!

[Mautemas]

Thanks Dr. Berg, as a konjac farmer i am happy watching this video.

[michellemarie]

I make an absolutely delicious Keto-friendly stir fry with shirataki (konjac) noodles or rice. I cook a small to moderate portion of grass-fed beef (steak) in either ghee or avocado oil, with Himalayan salt and freshly-ground Tellicherry peppercorns, fresh garlic and red onions. I add in broccoli, celery, portobello or shiitake mushrooms, and pasture-raised eggs. I mix it all together with those noodles or rice, then top it with fresh parsley and a small handful of broccoli sprouts - after it’s off the stove heat. It’s delicious! If you’re on Keto and doing OMAD (“one meal a day”), it’s very satisfying, as there is a HUGE amount of vegetables in this meal.

[pamelapruitt]

As of this morning, I have lost 40 lbs since February, thanks to Dr Berg, Keto and IF. I feel SO much better. For the first time in my life, I have a diet that doesn't feel like a 'diet' and I'm sure I can continue for the rest of my life. Thank you Doctor! I look forward to your new videos every day.

[太郎日本-qk]

Boiling konjac in slightly salted water for 5 minutes will remove the odor.
This is common practice in Japan.

[cutynobi]

I am a Japanese who live in Canada. We often eat konjac with seaweed salada. Some people do not like the smell, so I highly recommend boil and rince well. Also, there is Konjac jelly with fruit tastes. They are very tasty but low calorie.

[GAMEBEATER]

I’m SO glad that these exist!! I was disappointed to be separated from my favourite noodle bowls to stay on keto so I got super happy after seeing this!

[mlob]

These noodles have become a staple in our house. We love all the variations: rice, spaghetti, fettuccine, etc.

[LivvyLee]

FYI, many brands that make konjac noodles (like Miracle Noodle) are now transitioning to using citric acid in the water solution rather than calcium hydroxide/limewater (the culprit of the "fishy" smell. Citric acid has no odor, so depending on which brand you buy, they may be a lot more palatable and simple to prepare! Another heads up though, always check the ingredients because some brands contain soy which is questionable. I believe Nasoya does so I typically stick to Miracle Noodle.

[rainbowlove]

I refuse to get on the scale. When I did get on the scale after 2 months of Keto/IF and OMAD, I had only lost 6 pounds. But I feel amazing, I'm a 63 yr old woman my skin is beautiful, I don't have lose skin except on my thighs and my clothing showed different. I had lost 4 pant sizes. Started at size 24 and was a 20. And as of today I feel and look like I have shed 50 or 60 pds. I also use Dr. Bergs products. Thanks Dr. Berg. I am going to take the recommended course. And WILL keep on keeping on this journey. I will get on the scale on my birthday in December.
Be blessed friends!❤

[annepaul]

Bought the seeds now grow spaghetti squash in my UK garden love them, got 8 squashes this year they keep for ages people should try and grow them

[chieromancer]

Rinse these thoroughly, then dry in a colander. Saute briefly in a frying pan to dry.

[JJ-yuog]

Hey Doc!! And, anyone else who is interested --- The correct pronunciation is kone-yack. 😀😉 I love it!! It's delicious!!! There IS flavor, but not the crazy way westerners expect flavor. It's made of corm, not corn. Pro Tip: Start out slow, and only eat half of what you think you'll want. Because it will swell/expand in your stomach and intestines. Your body has to get used to it.

[fitzgoblin]

Broccoli slaw cooked down into noodles is a super good keto friendly noodle replacement

[carmiejones]

I use the konjac "rice" a lot, too. I just rinse it and toss it into soups, broth, chili, whatever, no fussing with cutting up noodles. Any leftover bits of this and that in the frig can be quickly made into a hardy soup.

[anahash]

I bought konjac noodles at costco and I am happy to say that its a great substitute, let me tell you I am quite fussy about many items that I use on keyo diet, I hated vegetables as noodles, but this is a great replacement👍 I rinsed it and then added to other ingredients on a heated pan, added some sauces and butter, it is an awesome replacement👌

[jayroyce]

In the "Timing is everything!" category, I had some konjac noodles for dinner last night. I did the nutrition calculations and my dinner was 350 calories, and that included a salad.

[candaces]

Once you get used to the texture it's a great noodle to use. Just need a bit of resetting of the expectation that it will compare to carb noodles.

[nn-ymqn]

Not into keto but I do eat konjac for my diet since I don't eat rice now although I'm asian. It's easily available in various forms and my favourites are konjac fettuccine, rice and macaroni😍 If you think it's fishy, just boil it for more than 5min with some vinegar. It will remove the unpleasant smell. You can cook it however you want afterward. I like to have konjac egg fried rice and kimchi fried rice