- Unsweetened coffee and tea
Coffee and tea are healthy, carb-free drinks.
They contain caffeine, which increases your metabolism and may help improve your physical performance, alertness, and mood (79Trusted Source, 80Trusted Source, 81Trusted Source).
What’s more, coffee and tea drinkers have been shown to have a significantly reduced risk of diabetes. In fact, those with the highest coffee intake have the lowest risk, though a cause and effect relationship has not yet been determined (82).
Adding heavy cream to coffee or tea is fine, but you’ll need to avoid “light” coffee and tea lattes while on keto since they’re typically made with nonfat milk and high carb flavorings.
- Unsweetened sparkling water
If you’re looking for a keto-friendly alternative to soda, unsweetened sparkling water is a great choice.
These beverages are refreshingly fizzy and may be flavored but are generally free of sugar or sweeteners. For that reason, they have no calories or carbs (83Trusted Source).
However, some varieties are flavored naturally with small amounts of fruit juice, and these may contain carbs. Be sure to check the label, as extra carbs can add up quickly (84Trusted Source).
