Coconut Flour vs. Almond Flour

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  • čas přidán 12. 07. 2024
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    Coconut flour vs. almond flour. Which one is healthier or more keto-friendly?
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    0:00 Coconut flour vs. almond flour
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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.

Komentáře • 620

  • @gordyn5292
    @gordyn5292 Před 3 lety +231

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

    • @KaeMuffin
      @KaeMuffin Před 3 lety +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 Před 3 lety +12

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

    • @pattijesinoski1958
      @pattijesinoski1958 Před 3 lety +16

      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 Před 3 lety +9

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

    • @KaeMuffin
      @KaeMuffin Před 3 lety

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

  • @RobCLynch
    @RobCLynch Před 3 lety +371

    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 Před 3 lety +17

      Help me I'm trying to lose 5lbs

    • @pga972
      @pga972 Před 3 lety +2

      Awesome

    • @myoung5438
      @myoung5438 Před 3 lety +8

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

    • @MP-kc8sl
      @MP-kc8sl Před 3 lety +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 Před 3 lety +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

  • @hoboonwheels9289
    @hoboonwheels9289 Před 3 lety +38

    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 Před 3 lety +7

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

  • @Dedo70
    @Dedo70 Před 3 lety +52

    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 Před rokem +8

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

  • @vinyfiny2019
    @vinyfiny2019 Před 3 lety +89

    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 Před 2 lety +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 Před 2 lety +1

      Make that FOUR times more expensive

  • @angelotorrecampo4417
    @angelotorrecampo4417 Před 2 lety +91

    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 Před 2 lety +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 Před 2 lety

      Yes so true

    • @cain7925
      @cain7925 Před 2 lety +3

      almond flour is like x5 more expensive

    • @zairnermuller4960
      @zairnermuller4960 Před 2 lety

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

    • @mrsmama9347
      @mrsmama9347 Před 2 lety +1

      Almond flour is expensive here in Central Asia.

  • @jinarose5374
    @jinarose5374 Před 3 lety +61

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

    • @OswaldDigestiveClinic
      @OswaldDigestiveClinic Před 3 lety +1

      That tracks :)

    • @moneybitches4796
      @moneybitches4796 Před 2 lety

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

  • @StayCoolKeto
    @StayCoolKeto Před 3 lety +295

    🥥 *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 Před 3 lety +26

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

    • @frizzen
      @frizzen Před 3 lety +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 Před 3 lety +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 Před 3 lety +5

      So you make healthier cake?

    • @StayCoolKeto
      @StayCoolKeto Před 3 lety +1

      @@ToBeAnnounced2024 yes? lol

  • @ITJoe17
    @ITJoe17 Před 3 lety +208

    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 Před 3 lety

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

    • @yes0r787
      @yes0r787 Před 3 lety

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

    • @thejeweller1
      @thejeweller1 Před 3 lety +1

      He doesn’t suggest coconut flour are you listening

    • @delmond7630
      @delmond7630 Před 3 lety +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 Před 3 lety

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

  • @jimsalmon5158
    @jimsalmon5158 Před 3 lety +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 Před 3 lety +4

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

  • @hamish3766
    @hamish3766 Před 2 lety +5

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

  • @aishawilliams5933
    @aishawilliams5933 Před rokem +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.

  • @sophiawong5037
    @sophiawong5037 Před 3 lety +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.

  • @OswaldDigestiveClinic
    @OswaldDigestiveClinic Před 3 lety +1

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

  • @usewisdom2
    @usewisdom2 Před 3 lety +3

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

  • @troyoldc3538
    @troyoldc3538 Před 3 lety +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 Před 3 lety

      my cat loves you too😺♥️♥️♥️

    • @Soldier_Sean
      @Soldier_Sean Před 4 měsíci

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

  • @kimdavis7812
    @kimdavis7812 Před 3 lety +40

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

    • @thakraken6995
      @thakraken6995 Před 3 lety +3

      Pecan flour and a macadamia nut flower okay too

    • @mchrysogelos7623
      @mchrysogelos7623 Před 3 lety

      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 Před 3 lety

      Same!

    • @cynthiapridham2885
      @cynthiapridham2885 Před 3 lety

      @@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 Před 3 lety +1

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

  • @camillamariewidholm8558
    @camillamariewidholm8558 Před 3 lety +3

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

  • @OverlandTT
    @OverlandTT Před 3 lety +38

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

    • @pattijesinoski1958
      @pattijesinoski1958 Před 3 lety +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.

    • @tej226
      @tej226 Před 3 lety +1

      I also have tree nut allergies

  • @danlakinjr9769
    @danlakinjr9769 Před 3 lety +2

    Thank you dr Berg! I love and trust your teachings

    • @fidelcatsro6948
      @fidelcatsro6948 Před 3 lety

      my cat loves you too😺♥️♥️♥️

    • @pattijesinoski1958
      @pattijesinoski1958 Před 3 lety

      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.

  • @Kitty-lj7eg
    @Kitty-lj7eg Před 3 lety +2

    Thank you Dr Berg for another interesting video! :)

  • @monkeybiiyyy6399
    @monkeybiiyyy6399 Před 3 lety +8

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

  • @carissaingratta6278
    @carissaingratta6278 Před rokem +4

    To me coconut tastes better and cooks easier

  • @bluebutterflywellness2273
    @bluebutterflywellness2273 Před 3 lety +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 Před 3 lety +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 Před 3 lety +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 Před 7 měsíci

      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 CZcams channel. If you have a channel I’ll follow you! Happy Holidays! 🤗🤗👍🏻

  • @dough.9241
    @dough.9241 Před 3 lety +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 Před měsícem

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

  • @MsVivian99
    @MsVivian99 Před 3 lety

    Really helpful information good to know ! Thankyou

  • @mozzisavage60
    @mozzisavage60 Před 3 lety

    More very useful information. Thank you Dr Berg.

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  Před 3 lety +1

      You're welcome! Glad you found it useful!

  • @vandalmeida.30.09
    @vandalmeida.30.09 Před 3 lety +7

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

  • @Carey86
    @Carey86 Před 2 lety +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 Před 10 měsíci +1

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

    • @Carey86
      @Carey86 Před 10 měsíci +2

      @@kouten07 Amazon.

  • @cosmicenigmarevealed
    @cosmicenigmarevealed Před rokem

    Thank you Dr. Berg❤😊

  • @poornimawijendra
    @poornimawijendra Před 3 lety +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 Před 3 lety

      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 Před 3 lety

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

  • @Rohitgavai46
    @Rohitgavai46 Před 2 lety

    Thank you Dr. Berg. Very useful

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  Před rokem +1

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

  • @l.pmoonstone5067
    @l.pmoonstone5067 Před 3 lety +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 Před 3 lety +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 Před 3 lety +4

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

    • @moniquewhitaker908
      @moniquewhitaker908 Před 2 lety +2

      Mix them.

  • @jb6712
    @jb6712 Před 3 lety +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 Před 3 lety +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 Před 7 měsíci +1

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

  • @themarjoriedeleon
    @themarjoriedeleon Před 3 lety +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.

  • @blackrainbow5143
    @blackrainbow5143 Před 3 lety +2

    Thank you from Tunisia

  • @Agapy8888
    @Agapy8888 Před 3 lety +1

    Informative. Thanks.

  • @crowner6108
    @crowner6108 Před rokem +7

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

  • @dawne5139
    @dawne5139 Před 3 lety +19

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

    • @88Timur88Bahmudov88
      @88Timur88Bahmudov88 Před 2 lety +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 Před rokem

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

    • @88Timur88Bahmudov88
      @88Timur88Bahmudov88 Před rokem +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 :)

  • @racheljolley26352
    @racheljolley26352 Před 3 lety +1

    Interesting, thank you 👍♥️

  • @wardrobelion
    @wardrobelion Před rokem +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👍👍👍👍!

  • @10thmountainsoldier90
    @10thmountainsoldier90 Před 3 lety

    Thank you Dr.

  • @borealiswan2363
    @borealiswan2363 Před 3 lety +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 Před 3 lety +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.

  • @notadonna5983
    @notadonna5983 Před 3 lety

    Thanl you. I needed to know this.

  • @marciafoot
    @marciafoot Před 3 lety +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 Před 2 lety

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

    • @jox27
      @jox27 Před rokem +1

      @@Mssclark try spelt flour

    • @gazsto
      @gazsto Před 10 měsíci +1

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

  • @scotts595
    @scotts595 Před 3 lety

    Great info!

  • @reinaldoberrocales5631
    @reinaldoberrocales5631 Před rokem +2

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

  • @boondoggle4820
    @boondoggle4820 Před 3 lety +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 Před 2 lety +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 Před 10 měsíci +2

      Usually melted butter helps the coconut flour taste. Many helpful recipes on CZcams!

  • @antonioperez7528
    @antonioperez7528 Před 3 lety +4

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

  • @michaelfuxeklint4909
    @michaelfuxeklint4909 Před rokem

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

  • @omariam05
    @omariam05 Před 3 lety +53

    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 Před 2 lety +1

      Yes !

    • @kristalnunley7205
      @kristalnunley7205 Před 2 lety +6

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

    • @canaryhoang989
      @canaryhoang989 Před 2 lety

      He said don’t overdo it

    • @deskjockie4948
      @deskjockie4948 Před 2 lety

      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 Před 2 lety

      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.

  • @forresthancock1939
    @forresthancock1939 Před rokem

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

  • @pattijesinoski1958
    @pattijesinoski1958 Před 2 lety +4

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

  • @nishashukla7964
    @nishashukla7964 Před 3 lety +2

    Great doctor

  • @JAI_SHREE_RAM_353_
    @JAI_SHREE_RAM_353_ Před 3 lety

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

  • @olivia8979
    @olivia8979 Před 3 lety +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.

  • @bagelfairy
    @bagelfairy Před rokem +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.

  • @foxedrey622
    @foxedrey622 Před 3 lety +6

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

  • @goldblueberries326
    @goldblueberries326 Před 3 lety +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

  • @darrylm3627
    @darrylm3627 Před 9 měsíci

    😄Good Stuff, Great Tips

  • @raghavbhatia235
    @raghavbhatia235 Před 3 lety +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 Před 3 lety +3

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

    • @Arrasel
      @Arrasel Před 3 lety +2

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

    • @mchrysogelos7623
      @mchrysogelos7623 Před 3 lety +1

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

    • @Arrasel
      @Arrasel Před 3 lety

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

    • @esn2130
      @esn2130 Před 3 lety +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.

  • @KSAalto
    @KSAalto Před 3 lety +17

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

    • @Buddhababe2
      @Buddhababe2 Před 3 lety +2

      The oxalates in almond flour will cause a rash.

    • @pattijesinoski1958
      @pattijesinoski1958 Před 3 lety +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 Před 3 lety +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 Před 3 lety +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 Před 3 lety

      @@pattijesinoski1958 thank you for that conversation!

  • @littlebird3976
    @littlebird3976 Před 3 lety +8

    but almond flower has so many omega 6 ?

    • @kristareganmusic
      @kristareganmusic Před 3 lety

      And way more oxalates…🙃

    • @garyhiland6013
      @garyhiland6013 Před 3 lety +1

      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.

    • @jesuslove8282
      @jesuslove8282 Před 5 dny +1

      @@garyhiland6013that you for your wisdom👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

  • @theembodimentofunselfishne590

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

  • @tylerhall9412
    @tylerhall9412 Před 3 lety +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 Před 7 měsíci +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.

  • @craughan
    @craughan Před 3 lety +3

    Video creates fear by comparing 2 good things,,, if 3rd thing was bad it would be easier to judge 2 good things and still like them both.... both are good 👍
    Just a comment on the production idea 💡
    Love your stuff,,, love

  • @statewidefilms
    @statewidefilms Před 3 lety +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 Před 10 měsíci +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.

  • @dianahowe4374
    @dianahowe4374 Před 3 lety +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.

  • @koreanyoon
    @koreanyoon Před 3 lety

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

  • @Teosherlock8517
    @Teosherlock8517 Před 3 lety +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

  • @ilovehorses38
    @ilovehorses38 Před 3 lety +1

    cool! thank u! how about arrow root flour?

  • @incrediblesubzero5405
    @incrediblesubzero5405 Před 3 lety

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

  • @maggiern4474
    @maggiern4474 Před 3 lety +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!

  • @geraldinecespedes6178
    @geraldinecespedes6178 Před 3 lety +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 Před rokem

      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 Před rokem

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

    • @schatz1876
      @schatz1876 Před rokem

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

    • @geraldinecespedes6178
      @geraldinecespedes6178 Před rokem

      @@schatz1876 One quarter cup...

    • @schatz1876
      @schatz1876 Před rokem

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

  • @kathylotter6078
    @kathylotter6078 Před 3 lety +2

    Dr. Berg what are your thoughts on Einkorn?

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  Před 3 lety

      Hi! You may want to check out this video: czcams.com/video/31yrGhayPG0/video.html
      Hope this helps answer your question!
      Dr. Berg's Support Team.

  • @Minney-Me
    @Minney-Me Před rokem +4

    I get this burning sensation whenever I eat almond flour 🥞... Never w/ coconut flour. I believe it's because of the oxalates. Coconut flour to me is easier to work with once you understand how little you need to use in your recipes 😋

  • @Season4Reason1
    @Season4Reason1 Před 3 lety +3

    I was told absolutely no almonds or almond flour due to kidney stones. What would be a good replacement?

    • @LeileeBaker805
      @LeileeBaker805 Před 3 lety +1

      Coconut maybe? i have heard from some gluten free vegans they prefer buck wheat flour. They use it in banana muffins.

  • @nishashukla7964
    @nishashukla7964 Před 3 lety

    Doc ur all supplements best

  • @hArtyTruffle
    @hArtyTruffle Před rokem

    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 👍🏼

  • @selambengp
    @selambengp Před 3 lety +6

    What about omega 6 level of almond (flour) ?

  • @johnosullivan6439
    @johnosullivan6439 Před rokem +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 :)

  • @EricGrotheJr
    @EricGrotheJr Před 3 lety

    As always, awesome video! Please put your voice back to normal.

  • @debracushing2816
    @debracushing2816 Před rokem

    Thank you for this information. How dose Cashew flour compare?

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  Před rokem

      Hope this video helps!
      czcams.com/video/aQxNnElDNjk/video.html
      Dr. Berg's Support Team.

  • @LiloEmyoung
    @LiloEmyoung Před 3 lety +2

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

  • @shotpusher
    @shotpusher Před 3 lety +5

    I’ve noticed cakes usually call for both but until I reach my goals maybe I should go easy on keto desserts. Might do some fat bombs b/c it’s not easy to get in enough fats.

  • @BeneCapone
    @BeneCapone Před 3 lety +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 Před 3 lety +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 Před 3 lety +1

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

    • @pattijesinoski1958
      @pattijesinoski1958 Před 3 lety +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 Před 3 lety

      @@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 Před 2 lety

      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.

  • @mariongiannone8277
    @mariongiannone8277 Před 10 měsíci

    THANK YOU..

  • @Godisone88
    @Godisone88 Před 3 lety +3

    Coconut and Almond tortillas are delicious for all my vegetarians out there

  • @PattyMoreta
    @PattyMoreta Před 3 lety

    Excellent 👍💕💕💕

  • @IamtheFREY
    @IamtheFREY Před 2 lety +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.

  • @rjdn7932
    @rjdn7932 Před 3 lety +8

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

  • @br4975
    @br4975 Před 3 lety +3

    Our coconut flour has 16g of carbs and 42g of fibre per 100g, so maybe they can vary quite a lot? Brand is Groovy Food Compant coconut flour, by the way

    • @eryyahj
      @eryyahj Před 3 lety

      I use the same brand. Hey 🇬🇧👋

  • @rentalinquiry133
    @rentalinquiry133 Před 2 lety +1

    Dr. Berg could you reply and/or do a video about the super high Omega 6 content in Almonds and its relationship to inflammation?
    My thoughts are that high carb. foods and high Omega 6 foods are both inflammatory. Almonds having a 14 : .5 ratio of Omega-6 to Omega-3 and while being low carb, wouldn't it still be inflammatory?
    I believe myself and your audience could benefit from your clarification on that. Also to know if those following a keto diet should avoid most nuts in order to reduce high Omega 6 foods to aim for the ideal 1 : 1 ratio?

    • @rawmilkmike
      @rawmilkmike Před 2 lety

      That's a very good point, I hadn't thought of. Also, you may be using 1/4 of the amount since coconut flour absorbs the liquid ingredients. They actually 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.

  • @wally6193
    @wally6193 Před 3 lety +6

    and what is the oxalates content in the almond flour?

  • @FoodForestPermaculture

    Thank you

  • @yuriart
    @yuriart Před 2 lety

    could you please recommend the best almond flour brand?
    i live in China so the best ones i can find from US are:
    kirkland's almond flour blanched.
    Bob's red mill super fine almond flour
    anthony's goods blanched almond flour
    would appreciate the help

  • @roulaajib
    @roulaajib Před 3 lety +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

  • @FashionHouse1017
    @FashionHouse1017 Před 3 lety

    Dear dr
    We can see a brown colour part once we scrapped the white part of the coconut.
    I have heard that there's a harmful acid in it.
    Is that true?