Coconut Flour vs. Almond Flour

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    Coconut flour vs. almond flour. Which one is healthier or more keto-friendly?
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    Today I want to cover coconut flour vs. almond flour. Which is more keto-friendly? Overall, I think almond flour is the best choice.
    Coconut flour (1 cup):
    *Pulp- without milk
    Calories - 551
    Fat - 21.8g
    Carbs - 65.3g
    Fiber - 11g
    Net carbs - 54.3g
    Sugar - 19g
    Protein - 32.2g
    • Has trace amounts of nutrients
    • Has MCTs
    • Uses more moisture (has a crumbly texture)
    • Has a generic taste
    • Is less expensive
    Almond flour (1 cup):
    *Blanched almonds
    Calories - 648
    Fat - 56g
    Carbs - 24g
    Fiber - 14g
    Net carbs - 10g
    Sugar - 5g
    Protein - 24g
    • Has vitamin E
    • Has magnesium
    • Has calcium
    • Has copper
    • Has manganese
    • Easier to overeat almond flour products
    • Contains oxalates
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    Thanks for watching! When it comes to coconut flour vs. almond flour, I think almond flour is the winner.

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  • @gordyn5292
    @gordyn5292 3 ปีที่แล้ว +231

    I use coconut flour because it’s a heck of a lot cheaper. Almond flour has got very expensive recently.

    • @KaeMuffin
      @KaeMuffin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      Yeah, a lot of us do keto on a budget so I'm right there with you. Almond flour is significantly more expensive and some of us are trying to stretch a dollar.

    • @oscar7032
      @oscar7032 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Yeah because it’s getting more popular in the healthy diet! Everybody is switching from the processed bleached flour!

    • @pattijesinoski1958
      @pattijesinoski1958 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Coconut flour is better for those that are hypothyroid.
      Cup for cup does not equate because you only use 1/4 or 1/3 cup of coconut vs 1 cup almond flour in a recipe.
      Comparing apples to oranges.
      Check out a new found "Janet's Delicious Low Carb Kitchen" youtube channel for great coconut flour recipes. She has terrific originals.

    • @espperre
      @espperre 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      For years, Costco has been selling 3 pound bags of almond flour for around $11.99.

    • @KaeMuffin
      @KaeMuffin 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@espperre Not everyone has access to a Costco ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

  • @RobCLynch
    @RobCLynch 3 ปีที่แล้ว +372

    I use both most of the time and at first I was worried about the number of carbs. However, it stopped me eating bread, pasta and rice, so I was able to lose more than 100 pounds in ten months.

    • @19910602011
      @19910602011 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Help me I'm trying to lose 5lbs

    • @pga972
      @pga972 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Awesome

    • @myoung5438
      @myoung5438 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I believe you,I dont why, but,.. oh yeah, me tooish, 48 lbs lost since feb

    • @MP-kc8sl
      @MP-kc8sl 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@Verdadeiro
      Where I live, almond flour is 6-7x more expensive so I rarely get it. Organic coco flour is really cheap at less than $2/kg.

    • @delmond7630
      @delmond7630 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      @@Verdadeiro It's because he's comparing them cup for cup but that is not how you use them. When using coconut flour you use a lot less of it because it is very absorbant

  • @ITJoe17
    @ITJoe17 3 ปีที่แล้ว +207

    Add eggs to coconut flour to make breakfast pancakes a bit fluffier.
    Here's a recipe I follow. Feel free to make some changes to the measurement based on your preference.
    - Half a cup coconut flour
    - 2 to 3 eggs
    - few drops of stevia
    - few drops of vanilla
    - dash of sea salt
    - melted butter or ghee
    - 5 tbsp water to make the batter pourable (not too much water though)
    What I noticed is that the eggs make the coconut pancakes fluffier.

    • @delmond7630
      @delmond7630 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      add more eggs than what you list in recipe? why say 'add more eggs'

    • @yes0r787
      @yes0r787 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's roughly half the amount of coconut for 2 eggs (or liquid in general) as you would use of other flours.

    • @thejeweller1
      @thejeweller1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He doesn’t suggest coconut flour are you listening

    • @delmond7630
      @delmond7630 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@thejeweller1 I don't think you were listening... he spoke of them as if they are a 1:1 substitute for each other and they are not... you'd use much less coconut flour than you would almond in a recipe therefore the carbs would be less - his comparison is misleading.

    • @thejeweller1
      @thejeweller1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@delmond7630 main problem with coconut is high sugar obviously not carbs

  • @vinyfiny2019
    @vinyfiny2019 3 ปีที่แล้ว +88

    Coconut flour is used in recipes in much smaller quantity vs almond flour because it's a lot more absorbent (¼-½ as much coconut flour vs almond flour for the same recipe). So yes it does have more sugar and carbs but you generally use much less of it. Plus depending on where you're buying it almond flour can be twice the price of coconut flour.

    • @88Timur88Bahmudov88
      @88Timur88Bahmudov88 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Exactly! so when you are using coconut flour instead of almond flour, you are paying like 4-6 times less, because not only it's cheaper, you also need less of it
      So if you divide carb count, sugar and everything else by 2 or 4, you are getting about the same amount of them

    • @zeezee2535
      @zeezee2535 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Make that FOUR times more expensive

  • @hoboonwheels9289
    @hoboonwheels9289 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Almonds grown in US are grown with enormous amounts of herbicides and pesticides, I buy mine from Spain. I like coconut flour too.

    • @ewaolkuska
      @ewaolkuska 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Almonds from Spain, all under dripping irrigation and grown in the same chemical way as in the USA, no difference.

  • @StayCoolKeto
    @StayCoolKeto 3 ปีที่แล้ว +294

    🥥 *On another note, coconut flour is very absorbent so you need less of it! Personally, I think it has more a a traditional cake texture too* 🥥

    • @7azim3
      @7azim3 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      That's right, with coconut flour you would need about a quarter of the quantity that you use with almond.

    • @frizzen
      @frizzen 3 ปีที่แล้ว +43

      Almond flour is high in Omega 6 fats (bad, and keep it in the fridge so it doesn't get rancid). Coconut flour is stable healthy saturated fat. I prefer Coconut flour, but I don't eat a lot of it.

    • @adamfink5294
      @adamfink5294 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      I have had the exact same experience. In the end using coconut flour may or may not have more net carbs per unit recipe volume of the finished food product, but even if it is slightly to somewhat higher carb it's not as pronounced as shown in this video once you account for less volume of coconut flour being required I think.

    • @ToBeAnnounced2024
      @ToBeAnnounced2024 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      So you make healthier cake?

    • @StayCoolKeto
      @StayCoolKeto 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ToBeAnnounced2024 yes? lol

  • @jinarose5374
    @jinarose5374 3 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    For those of us with nut allergies, coconut flour got the win here. Lol.

    • @OswaldDigestiveClinic
      @OswaldDigestiveClinic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That tracks :)

    • @moneybitches4796
      @moneybitches4796 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      “Nut allergies” are not all “nuts”… as those are SEEDS, not all seeds are chemically the same. Jeez y’all are ignorant.

  • @angelotorrecampo4417
    @angelotorrecampo4417 2 ปีที่แล้ว +90

    Almonds are so expensive here in the Philippines, almonds dont grow here though. But coconut, we have a million tons of coconut here so I say that for me the winner is coconut flour because coconuts are less expensive here in the PH compared to Almonds, I also make my own coconut flour at home. We grow coconuts at the back of our house haha🥰

    • @RC-dj7ec
      @RC-dj7ec 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Also, you can ferment coconut water for a very low sugar super nutritious lift. Go to Donna Gates website for how to. :)

    • @augusxx8548
      @augusxx8548 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes so true

    • @cain7925
      @cain7925 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      almond flour is like x5 more expensive

    • @zairnermuller4960
      @zairnermuller4960 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Where I live. 400 gr of CF: $3.00, while 120 gr of AF: $6.70.

    • @mrsmama9347
      @mrsmama9347 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Almond flour is expensive here in Central Asia.

  • @jimsalmon5158
    @jimsalmon5158 3 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    Coconut flower absorbs significantly more moisture than almond flour, so you’d probably only want to use 1/4 or less coconut flour as a substitute for any recipe. Otherwise, the recipe will come out extremely dry.

    • @pancakeandpushup
      @pancakeandpushup 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Infact I use coconut flour making banana bread and omg it was a disaster…….

  • @Dedo70
    @Dedo70 3 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    For me, coconut flour still wins over almond flour. It is way easier for me to digest & in recipes you use way less so that the carbs are a non-issue.

    • @LoisPallisterCIY
      @LoisPallisterCIY ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Yes and the oxalates in almond flour are VERY high and also it has a high amount of Omega 6 fatty acids.

  • @sophiawong5037
    @sophiawong5037 3 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Thx Doc! When making keto treats 1 cup of almond flour (12g net carbs) = 1/4 cup coconut flour (6g net carbs). I like mixing both in order to get a more cake/bread like consistency.

  • @hamish3766
    @hamish3766 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I have no problem eating Almonds, but if I eat something made from Almond flour I have the upset stomach from hell

  • @carissaingratta6278
    @carissaingratta6278 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    To me coconut tastes better and cooks easier

  • @aishawilliams5933
    @aishawilliams5933 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just started my Keto journey today and was trying to google for this exact same info, and here you are with exactly what I need. Thank you doc.

  • @pattijesinoski1958
    @pattijesinoski1958 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Except Almond flour is not so great for people with thyroid problems.

  • @kimdavis7812
    @kimdavis7812 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    I’m sensitive to almonds (red) therefore it’s only coconut flour for me 🥥

    • @thakraken6995
      @thakraken6995 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Pecan flour and a macadamia nut flower okay too

    • @mchrysogelos7623
      @mchrysogelos7623 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      there are MANY other flours to try (if you aren't allergic to others). I think in US we have fixated so much on "wheat flour" that we have neglected so many others.

    • @LifeInTheSunshine
      @LifeInTheSunshine 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same!

    • @cynthiapridham2885
      @cynthiapridham2885 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@thakraken6995 have you tried grinding sunflower seeds it makes a good flour for muffins or biscuits. I usually use a little to adjust the flavour a bit. It makes similar to oats.

    • @thakraken6995
      @thakraken6995 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@cynthiapridham2885 Ive never tried that. May have to look into it

  • @OswaldDigestiveClinic
    @OswaldDigestiveClinic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a wonderful side by side comparison! Thanks for this.

  • @monkeybiiyyy6399
    @monkeybiiyyy6399 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    You forgot to mention the phytic acid in almond flour which interrupts the absorption of most of it nutrients

  • @usewisdom2
    @usewisdom2 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you so much Dr. Berg, that was very useful. Blessings to you for your continued powerful work for humanity.

  • @troyoldc3538
    @troyoldc3538 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Many thanks Doc. Love and greetings from Istanbul. I admire your work.I have been following and doing exactly what you say about fasting and keto since april 2021 and feeling much more better now.

    • @fidelcatsro6948
      @fidelcatsro6948 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      my cat loves you too😺♥️♥️♥️

    • @Soldier_Sean
      @Soldier_Sean 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Merhaba from Chile...a chilean turk ametican right here. Im starting in baking keto cakes...😊

  • @camillamariewidholm8558
    @camillamariewidholm8558 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you, Dr. Berg! Usefull information as always!

  • @OverlandTT
    @OverlandTT 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    I can only really have coconut flour as I've got an almond allergy that started about 6 years ago

    • @pattijesinoski1958
      @pattijesinoski1958 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Coconut flour is better for those that are hypothyroid.
      Cup for cup does not equate because you only use 1/4 or 1/3 cup of coconut vs 1 cup almond flour in a recipe.
      Comparing apples to oranges.
      Check out a new found "Janet's Delicious Low Carb Kitchen" youtube channel for great coconut flour recipes. She has terrific originals.

    • @tej226
      @tej226 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I also have tree nut allergies

  • @crowner6108
    @crowner6108 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Yes but when it comes to nut allergies the coconut flour will win hands down

  • @Kitty-lj7eg
    @Kitty-lj7eg 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you Dr Berg for another interesting video! :)

  • @omariam05
    @omariam05 3 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    However you failed to tell us the fat in almond flour is the highly inflammatory omega 6, which so bad, beside the high amount of oxalates. I personally use only coconut flour and would never touch almond flour.

    • @Betterlaylow1
      @Betterlaylow1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes !

    • @kristalnunley7205
      @kristalnunley7205 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Same here! Almonds cause so much inflammation in my body!

    • @canaryhoang989
      @canaryhoang989 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      He said don’t overdo it

    • @deskjockie4948
      @deskjockie4948 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      My understanding is that the oxalates in almonds are mostly in the skin, so blanched almond flour would be low in oxalates. As others here have commented, though, you usually use 1/3 to 1/4 the amount of coconut flour in a recipe, so the numbers need to be adjusted to reflect that.

    • @bakingforketo_hflc_vlc3442
      @bakingforketo_hflc_vlc3442 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Aha. Something I should always keep in mind. Yes, it does seem so inflammatory when you overeat (and it is easy to overeat almond flour)! As for coconut flour, the mushiness makes it less conducive to baking something like brownies. At least I have not been successful.

  • @Carey86
    @Carey86 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I started using Almond+ flour which is basically half almond flour and half coconut flour. I love it! Plus it can be used in place of regular flour without having to adjust how much you use!

    • @kouten07
      @kouten07 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Great tip! Thanks. Where do you buy Almond+ ?

    • @Carey86
      @Carey86 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@kouten07 Amazon.

  • @dough.9241
    @dough.9241 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    This is a rather weak analysis considering that, as many others have said here, you generally use 1/4 to 1/3 of volume of coconut flour vs. almond flour in recipes. So the net carb difference is effectively reduced in real world use. Additionally, many folks have allergic reaction to almonds. And, finally, the lower price of coconut flour makes it a more-than-worthy contender. I do routinely use almond flour but coconut flour absolutely deserves its featured position in my pantry (refrigerator, actually).

    • @flexingfate-of8xi
      @flexingfate-of8xi หลายเดือนก่อน

      Still more even if 1/4 of a cup . I am sure he did it by the cup to make it easier to understand .

  • @l.pmoonstone5067
    @l.pmoonstone5067 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I was literally asking myself this question last night! 😂 I want to make brownies but wasn’t sure which to use, coconut flour or almond flour.
    Thanks Dr.Berg 🙏

    • @boondoggle4820
      @boondoggle4820 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I’ve experimented with both for brownies, and for me the almond flour comes out better, but if I’m making a yellow cake for example, for me the coconut flour comes out better.

    • @OswaldDigestiveClinic
      @OswaldDigestiveClinic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Somehow, he just knows what we're all thinking!

    • @moniquewhitaker908
      @moniquewhitaker908 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Mix them.

  • @boondoggle4820
    @boondoggle4820 3 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    The thing is that you’re using a lot less than a cup of coconut flour while a similar recipe using almond flour could require multiple cups. I made a whole cake the other day that only required a quarter cup of coconut flour. A similarly sized cake may have required two cups of almond flour. I’ll continue to use both. Almond flour generally tastes better for cakes (except for yellow cake which I generally prefer to be more light and spongy, which I can achieve better using coconut flour) but I’m more willing to experiment with coconut flour because it’s much less expensive, especially when you consider that you have to use a lot less per recipe. If I’m making something for myself at home, I’m more likely to use coconut flour. If I’m making something to take to a party or family get together, I’m more likely to use almond flour.

    • @88Timur88Bahmudov88
      @88Timur88Bahmudov88 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      try to add more fat when using coconut flour since it is so absorbent and has like 4 times less fat, you need to add it to get something that is as tasty as almond flour
      maybe some more coconut oil or butter

    • @gazsto
      @gazsto 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Usually melted butter helps the coconut flour taste. Many helpful recipes on TH-cam!

  • @bagelfairy
    @bagelfairy ปีที่แล้ว +2

    One point that needs to be brought up , is quantity of the ingredients: in recipes, almond flour is substituted at 1:1 ratios--however for coconut flour because it absorbs so much much moisture, it's only 1/3 as much as regular flour in a recipe and thus the carb count would be equal in recipe use.

  • @danlakinjr9769
    @danlakinjr9769 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you dr Berg! I love and trust your teachings

    • @fidelcatsro6948
      @fidelcatsro6948 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      my cat loves you too😺♥️♥️♥️

    • @pattijesinoski1958
      @pattijesinoski1958 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Coconut flour is better for those that are hypothyroid.
      Cup for cup does not equate because you only use 1/4 or 1/3 cup of coconut vs 1 cup almond flour in a recipe.
      Comparing apples to oranges.
      Check out a new found "Janet's Delicious Low Carb Kitchen" youtube channel for great coconut flour recipes. She has terrific originals.

  • @MsVivian99
    @MsVivian99 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really helpful information good to know ! Thankyou

  • @borealiswan2363
    @borealiswan2363 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really appreciate this comparison as I recently started to use coconut flour but don't like it as much as almond flour. Could you do a review of lupin flour please ?

  • @shawnpark7620
    @shawnpark7620 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    As, mentioned below, you must triple the macros for the almond flour if you are doing a muffin recipe; 3 cups of almond flour. You would only use 1 cup of coconut flour for same recipe and adding more moisture....so for baking the difference isn't that huge.

  • @littlebird3976
    @littlebird3976 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    but almond flower has so many omega 6 ?

    • @kristareganmusic
      @kristareganmusic 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      And way more oxalates…🙃

    • @garyhiland6013
      @garyhiland6013 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Little Bird, thank you for raising that flag. The vast majority of coconut flour's fat is saturated, thus stable. The vast majority of almond flour's fat is unsaturated-both mono and poly. Powdering the nut exposes all those double bonds to oxygen thus making the product unsuitable to consume. That fact alone disqualifies almond flour no matter what other attributes it may have. Thanks again.

  • @Agapy8888
    @Agapy8888 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Informative. Thanks.

  • @johnosullivan6439
    @johnosullivan6439 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    An important point that isn't mentioned in this video is that just one-third of a cup of coconut flour will make the same amount of, for e.g. bread as one whole cup of almond flour - you don't need to use nearly as much of it as you do of almond flour. So that brings the net carbs of coconut flour down to 18g (versus 10g for almond flour) and brings the sugar content down to 6g (versus 5g for almond flour). But of course I'm biased in favour of coconut flour, due to the fact that I'm nut intolerant and can't use almond flour :)

  • @dawne5139
    @dawne5139 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I prefer almond flour for most baking. It makes lighter cakes. However, I also have recipes that combined both.

    • @88Timur88Bahmudov88
      @88Timur88Bahmudov88 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      try adding more fat to coconut flour, because it has much less fat and you use less of it, so your cake ends up having less fat when made with coconut flour, maybe if you try to add it back it's gonna be better (if 1 cup of almond flour has 54 grams of fat, then replacement is 1/4 cup of coconut flour which will have like 5 grams of fat, so try to add about 40 grams additional fat to coconut flour, i think it will get at least a little bit better)

    • @Carlostype
      @Carlostype ปีที่แล้ว

      @@88Timur88Bahmudov88 hi, in what form? Olive oil!

    • @88Timur88Bahmudov88
      @88Timur88Bahmudov88 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Carlostype i think any type you like will work fine, it's just to add some fattiness, like when you add oil or batter to regular pancake batter, so you can use any types of oil, browned butter, regular butter, even coconut oil :)

  • @mozzisavage60
    @mozzisavage60 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    More very useful information. Thank you Dr Berg.

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You're welcome! Glad you found it useful!

  • @cosmicenigmarevealed
    @cosmicenigmarevealed ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Dr. Berg❤😊

  • @vandalmeida.30.09
    @vandalmeida.30.09 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Bom dia Doc Berg, do Brasil 🇧🇷🌸.
    Good morning from Brazil, Doc Berg 🇧🇷🌸.

  • @jb6712
    @jb6712 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I use them both, and I've become somewhat adept at working the correct exchange (knowing that I need far less coconut flour in anything where almond flour is called for, coconut flour being so highly absorptive). I like the TASTE of almond flour better, but I like the TEXTURE of coconut flour far better in keto butter cookies, and in my keto mug cakes. Also, coconut flour works better in unleavened bread, something I really like a lot!!

    • @pattijesinoski1958
      @pattijesinoski1958 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Coconut flour is better for those that are hypothyroid.
      Cup for cup does not equate because you only use 1/4 or 1/3 cup of coconut vs 1 cup almond flour in a recipe.
      Comparing apples to oranges.
      Check out a new found "Janet's Delicious Low Carb Kitchen" youtube channel for great coconut flour recipes. She has terrific originals.

    • @saraw1302
      @saraw1302 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Can you please share the coconut flour butter cookies recipe please ? I want to make it for my toddler.

  • @foxedrey622
    @foxedrey622 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I'll stick with some coconut oil in my coffee, and eating meat instead of nuts.

  • @racheljolley26352
    @racheljolley26352 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Interesting, thank you 👍♥️

  • @Rohitgavai46
    @Rohitgavai46 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Dr. Berg. Very useful

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So glad to be of help!
      Dr. Berg's Support Team

  • @KSAalto
    @KSAalto 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    My skin rashes up with almond flour. So I stick with coconut flour when I have it.

    • @Buddhababe2
      @Buddhababe2 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The oxalates in almond flour will cause a rash.

    • @pattijesinoski1958
      @pattijesinoski1958 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Coconut flour is better for those that are hypothyroid.
      Cup for cup does not equate because you only use 1/4 or 1/3 cup of coconut vs 1 cup almond flour in a recipe.
      Comparing apples to oranges.
      Check out a new found "Janet's Delicious Low Carb Kitchen" youtube channel for great coconut flour recipes. She has terrific originals.

    • @CH-1984
      @CH-1984 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I was wondering if almond flour was causing my neck to be red and itchy. But I thought blanched would be ok. Just two cookies (low carb dough) a day.

    • @Buddhababe2
      @Buddhababe2 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@CH-1984 sounds probable. Almonds are about the last food that I would eat. It’s the highest in oxalates-that and spinach. You might want to stop the almonds and see if you improve.

    • @KSAalto
      @KSAalto 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@pattijesinoski1958 thank you for that conversation!

  • @blackrainbow5143
    @blackrainbow5143 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you from Tunisia

  • @themarjoriedeleon
    @themarjoriedeleon 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Dr. Berg, pls discuss on the health benefits of bitter gourd or bitter melon. I believe it's the most potent food of all in combatting diabetes.

    • @mchrysogelos7623
      @mchrysogelos7623 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      we ate these all the time in china.

  • @marciafoot
    @marciafoot 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Two points to consider (not mentioned). 1) Almond flour is high in omega 6 which is inflammatory and the fat in coconut flour (although much less) is saturated & more stable. 2) In recipes, 1/4 cup coconut flour is considered equivalent to 1 cup almond flour. So, the coconut flour (fats/carbs/sugar) amounts need to be adjusted down for an equal comparison. Personally, I stay away from both.

    • @Mssclark
      @Mssclark 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      What would you use? if you don’t mind me asking

    • @jox27
      @jox27 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Mssclark try spelt flour

    • @gazsto
      @gazsto 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      They are both relatively good for use, if in moderation, like anything if it is over-consumed, we can have problems!

  • @bluebutterflywellness2273
    @bluebutterflywellness2273 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    I hear ya, Doc... I use both but I'm still team coconut flour. It's less expensive, and very absorbent so you don't need as much, plus I prefer the texture with mainly coconut flour and a little almond. It hasn't stopped me from losing weight. Also I hear nut products are higher in pesticides so, I've backed off a little more after hearing this. Still, thanks as always for the info! 💕

    • @pattijesinoski1958
      @pattijesinoski1958 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Coconut flour is better for those that are hypothyroid.
      Cup for cup does not equate because you only use 1/4 or 1/3 cup of coconut vs 1 cup almond flour in a recipe.
      Comparing apples to oranges.
      Check out a new found "Janet's Delicious Low Carb Kitchen" youtube channel for great coconut flour recipes. She has terrific originals.

    • @bluebutterflywellness2273
      @bluebutterflywellness2273 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@pattijesinoski1958 Thanks! I am hypothyroid and agree. Also have been following Janet for a while now--she has helped revolutionize my recipes! 👍🏽

    • @daphneweldnichols3846
      @daphneweldnichols3846 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you Patti! Please tell me what you know about how almond flour affects the thyroid gland, if possible. Going to sign up for Janet’s TH-cam channel. If you have a channel I’ll follow you! Happy Holidays! 🤗🤗👍🏻

  • @10thmountainsoldier90
    @10thmountainsoldier90 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Dr.

  • @rjdn7932
    @rjdn7932 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    You compare 1::1 ratio but its used 1::3 or 1::4 ratio so...

  • @olivia8979
    @olivia8979 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Interesting. For some reason I thought it was the other way around and Almond flour had more carbs.
    I don't really like coconut flour because you don't always want that flavor. So I think I'll stop using it.
    I have been adding lupin flour to almond flour when i use it and it improves the texture.

  • @forresthancock1939
    @forresthancock1939 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, Dr. Berg I just got news about my bad numbers. You are now my primary doctor.

  • @m.a.d4146
    @m.a.d4146 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    100g coconut flour in Germany:
    337 kcal
    Fat : 9,9g
    Carbohydrates: 22g
    Which from sugar: 21g
    Fiber: 38g
    Protein: 21g
    So basically 0 net carbs

  • @raghavbhatia235
    @raghavbhatia235 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Make a video on chickpea flour (known as Besan in India) also
    It also has a low GI
    I'd love to know more about it.

    • @esn2130
      @esn2130 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I love chickpea flour too...I use it for everything, pizza, cookies, coating fish, bread...😋

    • @Arrasel
      @Arrasel 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ye, me too.
      I use it a lot but it's not keto. I'm eating Paleo anyway.

    • @mchrysogelos7623
      @mchrysogelos7623 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      YES, I hope he continues with all the other flours. I have chickpea, cassava, rice, etc.

    • @Arrasel
      @Arrasel 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I don't think he's gonna mention that because the keto community doesn't eat them

    • @esn2130
      @esn2130 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ok, I didnt know he only does videos for Keto people. I dont follow any diet, I just try to eat healthy.I dont do Intermitent fasting either, I just eat if when I am hungry, but I watch his videos, found them interesting.

  • @reinaldoberrocales5631
    @reinaldoberrocales5631 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Dr. Berg have you heard about okara flowers? What's your opinion on this flower coming from soybeans. It's really keto friendly?

  • @notadonna5983
    @notadonna5983 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanl you. I needed to know this.

  • @peacequeen2579
    @peacequeen2579 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've seen other Drs claim almonds have a chemical that is not good at all for bodily systems. It's getting hard to understand what is right anymore

  • @waters129
    @waters129 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    For some reason, almond flour ruins my skin and gives me hyper-pigmentation. So I gave it up.

  • @samuelmaison1324
    @samuelmaison1324 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Almond flour spikes inflammation in my body mainly gallbladder and bile duct for some reason.

  • @antonioperez7528
    @antonioperez7528 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Makes you think Doc. 🤔 thank Dr.B good night all. ✌🏾❤'s🤙🏾💯🔔

  • @poornimawijendra
    @poornimawijendra 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Thank you doc from Sri Lanka 🇱🇰I’m on my keto journey since April 2021 thanks to you already feeling and seeing the benefits 🙏🏽💐

    • @pattijesinoski1958
      @pattijesinoski1958 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Coconut flour is better for those that are hypothyroid.
      Cup for cup does not equate because you only use 1/4 or 1/3 cup of coconut vs 1 cup almond flour in a recipe.
      Comparing apples to oranges.
      Check out a new found "Janet's Delicious Low Carb Kitchen" youtube channel for great coconut flour recipes. She has terrific originals.

    • @mchrysogelos7623
      @mchrysogelos7623 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      GREAT!! Glad to hear it. wish you well on your health journey!!

  • @michaelfuxeklint4909
    @michaelfuxeklint4909 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for an excellent video, which one would you recommend of these two for mental health, especially chronic stress ??🤔🤗🤗

  • @JAI_SHREE_RAM_353_
    @JAI_SHREE_RAM_353_ 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks doctor you explained about coconut flour and almond flour I use almonds every morning

  • @LiloEmyoung
    @LiloEmyoung 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I mix both together when baking, in a ratio of 1:2 (1 for coconut flour 2 for almond)

    • @domingaalmain-ocden4932
      @domingaalmain-ocden4932 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Do you have a bread recipe using your mix. Mine comes out so dry. Thanks

  • @wardrobelion
    @wardrobelion ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much for this comparison. I knew almond flour was more nutritious but I was unaware of the amount of carbs to fiber in coconut flour! I always felt that coconut 🥥 was used to help people GAIN weight and I was right. Society is just pushing something “ New” as a money maker for someone….great job informing us👍👍👍👍!

  • @stoicgerbil3977
    @stoicgerbil3977 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'm allergic to nuts but anything coconut agrees with me so I always use coconut anything

    • @pattijesinoski1958
      @pattijesinoski1958 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Coconut flour is better for those that are hypothyroid.
      Cup for cup does not equate because you only use 1/4 or 1/3 cup of coconut vs 1 cup almond flour in a recipe.
      Comparing apples to oranges.
      Check out a new found "Janet's Delicious Low Carb Kitchen" youtube channel for great coconut flour recipes. She has terrific originals.

    • @mchrysogelos7623
      @mchrysogelos7623 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@pattijesinoski1958 give it a rest!

  • @carmieintegrativenutrition9591
    @carmieintegrativenutrition9591 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You need 1/4 of coconut flour per recipe to equal 1 cup or more of almond flour so at the end of the day we have to calculate the net carbs and the net fat of a recipe and not per cup of the flour.

  • @normanappleton3627
    @normanappleton3627 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The picture of the almond flour you had in the email looked a lot whiter than the flour we have here in Australia. Ours is a cream to yellow colour. I find also that almond flour hold together better than coconut flour

  • @statewidefilms
    @statewidefilms 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Almond flour is a little higher in omega 6 as well . if cooking look up macadamia nut butter recipes . Best omega 3 to 6 ratio best nut ..

  • @gazsto
    @gazsto 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Almond Flour and Glycemic index: is less than 1 and Glycemic index: 49-51, still considered low, but the carbohydrates, most of which comes from fiber and it also contains a moderate amount of fat and protein. High In Fiber and Low In “Net” Carbohydrate. Almond Flour (per 100g) Carb 21.43 g Fiber 10.7 g/ Coconut Flour (per 100g) Carb 57.14 g Fiber 35.71 g. The most important piece of advice: moderation is the key as things that are considered healthy can easily turn the tables on you if consumed in large quantities either over a short or long period of time. Remember to take the total carb and deduct the fiber giving net carbs: One cup of broccoli has 11 grams of total carbs/ less 5 grams of fiber carbs = 6 grams of net carbs.

  • @scotts595
    @scotts595 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great info!

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you!

  • @1thinkhealthy
    @1thinkhealthy ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like almond flour but I want to cut down on oxalates. Most recipes uses 1/3 to 1/4 coconut flour compare to almond so that helps some.

  • @youpigfacetv
    @youpigfacetv 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    FYI, 1 cup of coconut flour is not equal to 1 cup of almond and/or traditional flour. The ratio is 0.25 : 1. 1/4 cup of coconut flour is equivalent to 1 cup of almond flour.

  • @tylerhall9412
    @tylerhall9412 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    100% whole wheat flour sourdough bread and 100% whole rye are the best for you in general if anyone was curious. even people with gluten allergies and other such allergies have often been found to be okay eating these. As long as they are actually 100% whole flour and not flour replacement. The fermentation process in sourdough and rye breads make it less allergenic for a lot of people, as far as bread goes anyways. worth looking into

    • @saraw1302
      @saraw1302 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I have been making sour dough every week. It is soooo good. Way better than store bought one from Costco. They do carry organic sour dough bread but inside no open crumbs. They are not good.

  • @geraldinecespedes6178
    @geraldinecespedes6178 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I have one note for this video.
    It can not be compare in the same amount of these flours for the next reasons :
    One cup of almond flour can’t be substituted with the same amount of coconut flour because the coconut flour absorbs a lot of moisture and if we use the same proportion the recipe is not sustainable.
    The ratio is for every cup from almond flour we must use one quart of coconut flour and add more liquid to solve the dryness problem.
    If this is so, we must divide the nutritional values for this coconut flour in less.
    This is my humble point of view.
    Thank you very much in advance.

    • @schatz1876
      @schatz1876 ปีที่แล้ว

      Geraldine Cespedes Instead of saying 1 quart you should say for every cup of almond flour you should use 4 cups of coconut flour. It's less confusing. 4 cups = 1 Quart

    • @geraldinecespedes6178
      @geraldinecespedes6178 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@schatz1876 You are wrong. The ratio is 1 quart coconut flour= 1 cup almond flour

    • @schatz1876
      @schatz1876 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@geraldinecespedes6178 What am I wrong about ? 4 cups = 1 Quart

    • @geraldinecespedes6178
      @geraldinecespedes6178 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@schatz1876 One quarter cup...

    • @schatz1876
      @schatz1876 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@geraldinecespedes6178 you said 1 Quart not 1/4 cup

  • @dianahowe4374
    @dianahowe4374 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    almonds kept my weight down for 10 years then i ran into an oxalate problem so i had to stop. it was so good and convenient i ate ALOT of them.

  • @IamtheFREY
    @IamtheFREY 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The coconut flour I get at Publix(greenwise organic) has dramatically different macros per cup: That 64 grams of carb is made up of 48(not 11) grams of fiber and 16(not 19) grams of sugar. 16(not 22) of fat and 16(not 32) of protein.

  • @BeneCapone
    @BeneCapone 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I use organic Coconut Flour from dm (German drugstore). 1 Cup (125g) has 451 kcal, 19g fat, 25g protein, 25g carbs and 44g fiber. So basically 0 net carbs.

    • @monokumannius4522
      @monokumannius4522 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      That is a bit weird. The net carb would be then -19g or the most possible explanation would be the written carb there is already in terms of net carbs

    • @garyhiland6013
      @garyhiland6013 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@monokumannius4522 Yup, a bit weird. My guess is that it is 69g carbs, 44g fiber and 25g net carbs.

    • @pattijesinoski1958
      @pattijesinoski1958 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Coconut flour is better for those that are hypothyroid.
      Cup for cup does not equate because you only use 1/4 or 1/3 cup of coconut vs 1 cup almond flour in a recipe.
      Comparing apples to oranges.
      Check out a new found "Janet's Delicious Low Carb Kitchen" youtube channel for great coconut flour recipes. She has terrific originals.

    • @BeneCapone
      @BeneCapone 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@garyhiland6013 I don't think that this would be legal to declare a product like this in the European Community. Carbs are carbs in total and not net carbs. And I saw also other coconut flour products with similar nutrition values.

    • @naelna
      @naelna 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      No dude it's 25g net carbs plus 44g fiber, in a cup. Google it. There is no zero net carbs Coconut flour out there.

  • @ilovehorses38
    @ilovehorses38 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    cool! thank u! how about arrow root flour?

  • @Teosherlock8517
    @Teosherlock8517 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Got a question about Flax seed. I know your supposed to grind it before you eat it and it oxidises fast. Is it okay to but it pre ground or will it be oxidised

  • @goldblueberries326
    @goldblueberries326 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dr. BERG, question? Will the oxcelets be reduced if the almonds are blanched (skinless).... ? I make my own almond milk by soaking my almonds and then removing the skins. I also use the almond pulp for my almond flour... I hv bn told that the oxcelets are from the skins? Can you do a video on where the oxcelets are? The skin of the almond?. Thank you Dr berg for all you do

  • @roulaajib
    @roulaajib 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am using only almond flour for bread and most of sweets as it gives the natural taste of the main recipe in wheat flour. Coconut flour is only for recipes with lots of lemon flavor only

  • @incrediblesubzero5405
    @incrediblesubzero5405 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What would be the best supplement for repairing leaky gut between collagen peptides or colostrum powder...??

  • @darrylm3627
    @darrylm3627 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    😄Good Stuff, Great Tips

  • @jaredhansen2084
    @jaredhansen2084 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Almonds contain many pesticides, and organic almond flour isn’t too available, and quite expensive, organic coconut flour is everywhere and cheap

  • @theembodimentofunselfishne590
    @theembodimentofunselfishne590 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Dr.berg please clarify.. someone said eating almonds and spinach causes oscillate in body.. is it true?????

  • @nishashukla7964
    @nishashukla7964 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Doc ur all supplements best

  • @FoodForestPermaculture
    @FoodForestPermaculture 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you

  • @randomroses1494
    @randomroses1494 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    But you only need to use half the amount of coconut flour. Plus it’s nearly always organic. I reduce the carbs still further by using psyllium husk and ground flax seeds for baking.

  • @decolonizeEverywhere
    @decolonizeEverywhere 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Considering you only need to use a quarter or a third the amount of coconut flour to almond flour. It's not higher carbs.

    • @mchrysogelos7623
      @mchrysogelos7623 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      but if you only use 1/4 of the flour (coconut), then do you have to quadruple the recipe to get the same yield as you would if you made it with almond flour? OR does 1/4 cup coconut flour YIELD the same as 1 cup almond flour (like pancakes or whatever)

  • @rawmilkmike
    @rawmilkmike 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hay doc, you may have overlooked, a recipe may use 1/4 of the amount since coconut flour absorbs the liquid ingredients. They say to add some egg to the coconut flour. This would make the carb content the same. I feel like almonds are destroying the land out in California.

  • @theFutureSoundWaves
    @theFutureSoundWaves 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Oh, I thought the values are the other way around. But, in all cases, I think we should not over-consume neither of the types of flour.

  • @hArtyTruffle
    @hArtyTruffle ปีที่แล้ว

    Sadly, I have an intolerance to almonds so I’m assuming the same would apply to the flour. I’m wanting to make that wonderful healthy bread you uploaded some time ago and was wondering if there is a good almond flour substitute? I can consume other nuts just fine. If I only use the coconut flour, would the bread be too brittle? Thanks 👍🏼

  • @nishashukla7964
    @nishashukla7964 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great doctor

  • @johnaldrinedarilag3139
    @johnaldrinedarilag3139 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dont worry about the amount. We only use at least a table spoon or 2 which is approximately 15 grams compared to 1 cup which is around 120 grams.

  • @mth469
    @mth469 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    For diabetics, almond flour.
    Bake almond flour bread and make almond flour cookies and brownies (with sugar substitute aka sweetener).
    You may need to use sugar for the yeast to multiply and the dough to rise however. Not sure if baking soda can substitute for that(?). Need to experiment as I'm new to baking my own bread.
    Downside is that almond flour is expensive. Why is the good stuff always expensive?
    Maybe mix the almond flour with some other lower cost flour with an equally low glycemic index? But which one..

  • @maggiern4474
    @maggiern4474 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Does anyone have a conversion chart ? Meaning I’m seeing posts on here that say 1 cup almond flour equals 1/4 cup coconut flour in baking recipes. So 1/4 cup coconut flour performs like 1cup of almond flour in recipes- just trying to make myself clear. Thanks for replies!

  • @koreanyoon
    @koreanyoon 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    WOW! VERY surprising! I thought that the Coconut flour would have better 'stats'. Thanks!!!

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Welcome!