Frequently asked questions
What it tastes like
Does it taste like regular pasta?
It is made from wheat, so it behaves like wheat. Most low carb pasta replaces the wheat with beans, lentils or konjac. This one keeps the wheat protein and fiber but removes the starch.
What is the texture like?
Al dente after 8 minutes in a medium boil. It holds its shape and bites like a dry semolina spaghetti.
Can you taste the egg?
No you cannot taste the egg, even though it contains whole egg, egg white and egg yolk. Eggs are in the recipe and are part of where the 28g of protein and the structure come from. All are declared on the allergen line.
Does it hold sauce?
Sauce it hot or after rinsing it cold, no difference.
Carbs and blood sugar
Will it affect my blood sugar?
There is only one gram of net carbohydrate per serving due to residuals in ingredients. Individual responses vary and this is not a claim about how any particular person will respond.
What did the founder's continuous glucose monitor show?
Two 2oz servings eaten on separate days, both measured on a FreeStyle Libre 2 Plus.
After regular Italian pasta: 116, 169, 199, 195, 179 mg/dL measured each incremental 30 minutes, returning to 135 at four hours, with the app flagging out of range for at least two hours. After KetoMarin: 124, 129, 126, 121, 113, 118 mg/dL measured each incremental 30 minutes, with no out of range flag.
This is one person's measurement at home, not a clinical study. Your results may differ.
How is it one gram of net carbs when the panel says thirteen?
Total carbohydrate is 13g and 12g of that is dietary fiber, which is not absorbed as sugar. 13 minus 12 is 1. Every figure is printed on the box.
Is it suitable if I have diabetes?
It is formulated for people managing carbohydrate intake. It is a food, not a treatment, and it is not a substitute for medical advice. If you are managing diabetes, discuss any change to your diet with your doctor or dietitian.
Is it keto friendly?
1g of net carbohydrate, 28g of protein and 12g of fiber per serving. Whether that fits your daily targets is for you to calculate.
Is this a medical product?
No. It is a food product and makes no claim to treat, prevent or cure any condition.
What's in it
What is in a serving?
Per 2oz (56g) dry serving, four servings per box: 218 calories, 8g total fat, 148mg cholesterol, 253mg sodium, 13g total carbohydrate, 12g dietary fiber, 1g total sugar, 1g net carbs and 28g protein.
What are the ingredients?
Vital wheat gluten, whole egg, egg white, egg yolk, wheat fiber, oat fiber, citrus fiber, wheat germ oil, inulin powder, sunflower lecithin, gellan gum, salt.
Is it gluten free?
No. Vital wheat gluten is the first ingredient, and the recipe also contains wheat fiber and wheat germ oil. It is not suitable for anyone with coeliac disease or a wheat allergy.
What are the allergens?
Wheat and egg, as declared on the box.
Why is the cholesterol 49% of the daily value?
Whole egg, egg white and egg yolk, which are also where the added protein comes from. The figure is on the nutrition panel.
Does it contain dairy?
There is no dairy ingredient in the recipe. The declared allergens are wheat and egg.
Is it vegan?
No. It contains whole egg, egg white and egg yolk.
Does it contain gums or added starch?
It contains gellan gum, declared on the panel. It does not contain xanthan gum, konjac, guar gum, resistant starch, modified starch or added sugar.
Is there any added sugar?
No. The panel shows 0g total sugars and 0g added sugars.
Where is it made?
In the United States. KetoMarin LLC is based at 145 Corte Madera Town Center #266, Corte Madera, California.
How to cook it
How do I cook it?
Medium boil for 8 minutes for al dente. Sauce it hot or rinse it cold, no difference.
How should I store it?
Cool, dry and away from light, as printed on the box.
Fiber and digestion
Will the fiber affect digestion?
There is 12g of fiber per serving, which is 60% of the daily value. If your current intake is lower than that, start with a single serving. Drink water alongside it, as with any high fiber food.
Ordering and delivery
What does it cost?
Two boxes $21.99, four boxes $37.99, eight boxes $69.99. Four servings per box. Shipping is free on every US order.
Which pack should I order first?
The 2-pack is the easiest way to try it, and it is the pack the money-back guarantee covers.
How long does delivery take?
Orders are processed within one to three business days and delivered in five to seven business days after that. A tracking number is emailed when the order ships; allow 24 to 48 hours for tracking to update.
How much is shipping?
Free on all US orders, including Hawaii and Alaska. There is no minimum.
Do you ship internationally?
Not at present. We ship within the United States only.
Do you offer a subscription?
Not at present. Orders are placed as two, four or eight box quantities.
Refunds and returns
What is your refund policy?
If the two-box pack doesn't taste like pasta to you, email admin@ketomarin.com within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. You keep the pasta. Four and eight-box packs are final sale unless they arrive damaged or incorrect.
What if my order arrives damaged or incorrect?
Contact admin@ketomarin.com within seven days of delivery. We will replace or refund the order, whichever you prefer, at no cost to you.
How long does a refund take?
Refunds are issued to the original payment method within 10 business days of approval.
What if my order has not arrived?
Check the tracking number in your shipping confirmation email. If the package is delayed or lost, contact admin@ketomarin.com within seven days of the expected delivery date.
About us
Who makes KetoMarin?
KetoMarin LLC, a small producer based in Marin, California. The product was developed over two years by the founders, who have type 2 diabetes or pre-diabetes,
How do I get in touch?
Email admin@ketomarin.com. There is a form on the contact page.
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