Since the keto diet eliminates carbs, you'd think hot dog buns would be out. But luckily, one company has designed a special bun just for this exact reason.
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00:00Since the keto diet drastically cuts carbs, you'd think the hot dog buns would be out.
00:05But luckily, one company has designed a special bun just for this exact reason.
00:10Hero Bread is a company made up of bread lovers who are dedicated in their mission to eliminate
00:16empty calories in popular bread products. All of its mouth-watering creations embrace more
00:21wholesome ingredients while leaving behind the negative ones so often found in bread,
00:26and this includes the company's hot dog buns. Hero's Classic Hot Dog Buns, in particular,
00:31feature no refined flours and are instead made from wheat flour, flaxseed, fava bean protein,
00:37high-quality olive oil, and other nutrient-rich ingredients.
00:41Calorically speaking, each bun comes with just 90 calories, all while managing to squeeze in
00:4610 grams of protein and a whopping 21 grams of fiber. Hero's buns are completely plant-based,
00:52and contain zero net carbohydrates or sugar.
00:56"...be good to your bowels, and they will be good to you."
00:59"...you're a nutritionist, right?"
01:01Organic ingredients are generally grown and harvested without the use of synthetic
01:05pesticides, fertilizers, antibiotics, growth hormones, or genetic engineering.
01:10Studies suggest organic crops and other products contain higher levels of antioxidants,
01:15more healthy omega-3 fatty acids, and far less toxic metal exposure.
01:20It's easy to see why so many consumers are opting for organic foods,
01:24but you may not have realized you can even find an organic hot dog bun.
01:28Rudy's Rocky Mountain Bakery Organic Wheat Hot Dog Buns are certified USDA organic,
01:33from the organic whole wheat flour, to the organic sunflower oil,
01:37to the organic wheat bran and more. These mix to form deliciously soft, cloud-like buns.
01:43Rudy's offers eaters a way to dine more cleanly at their next hot dog-centered barbecue feast.
01:49Additionally, each bun brings with it 17 grams of whole grains,
01:533 grams of fiber, and 4 grams of protein.
01:56BrownBerry is a bread company headquartered in Wisconsin that promises to avoid potentially
02:01questionable additives in its extensive array of products. This extends from its sliced loaves
02:07all the way to its signature whole wheat hot dog buns. If a slightly healthier hot dog is
02:12your aim at your next cookout, these buns can certainly aid in making it a reality.
02:17BrownBerry's 100% whole wheat hot dog buns have a short and simple ingredients list,
02:22including whole wheat flour, water, sugar, and yeast. They also bring more protein and
02:27fiber to the table than most, approximately 6 grams of protein and 4 grams of fiber per bun.
02:33Since both protein and fiber are considered to be filling nutrients,
02:36you're more likely to be satisfied after a single hot dog housed in a BrownBerry bun.
02:41If you're trying to get healthy and you're looking for a lower-calorie bun option,
02:45look no further than Lewis' Healthy Life Wheat Hot Dog Buns. Each one comes in at
02:50just 80 calories, which they claim is around 28 percent lower than the average hot dog bun,
02:55and includes zero trans or saturated fats. There is both fiber and protein in the recipe as well,
03:02important nutrients which aid in helping one feel full. Plus, there are no artificial flavors,
03:07colors, cholesterol, or high-fructose corn syrup to be found in these whole wheat creations.
03:13If you're counting calories, Lewis' Healthy Life Wheat Hot Dog Buns make a great choice.
03:18The keto diet, known in full as the ketogenic diet, is an eating guideline which emphasizes
03:24taking in as few carbohydrates as possible as part of one's calories, while focusing more
03:29on fat and protein. While the standard hot dog, which typically has both fats and proteins present,
03:35may very well fall into the keto-friendly zone, the standard carb-filled bun wrapped around it
03:40likely will not. But there's good news, as Arnold makes a hot dog bun specifically for
03:45the keto diet. Arnold's keto hot dog buns are made up mainly of sunflower flour,
03:50as opposed to your typical wheat flour, making the carb count substantially lower than that of
03:55your standard bun variant. In addition to just 3 grams of total net carbs, the Arnold buns bring
04:01to the table just 80 calories a pop, an impressive 9 grams of protein, and 2.5 grams of fat.
04:07While fat can sometimes get a bad rep, it's an essential and necessary macronutrient for your
04:13body. If you're strictly following the keto diet, getting adequate fats becomes especially important.
04:18Either way, these low-carb buns can certainly make for a healthy way to dress your dog,
04:23whether you're strictly adhering to the keto diet or not.
04:27Unbleached, enriched wheat flour is an ingredient you'll see listed on the label of many processed
04:32bread products. Though it may not sound too problematic at first glance, unbleached,
04:36enriched wheat flour is not the same as whole wheat. Unbleached, enriched wheat flour is highly
04:41processed, and many of its nutrients are leached out during the refining process.
04:45Since this ingredient is associated with negative health effects, it may be something you want to
04:50avoid in your hot dog buns if you're planning to chow down during the weekend barbecue.
04:54If that's the case, steer clear of Martin's long potato rolls in the bread aisle. Unbleached,
04:59enriched wheat flour is at the base of these higher-carb and higher-sugar hot dog buns,
05:04along with a long list of preservatives and fillers. On the plus side, at least there are
05:09no trans fats or fake dyes in the recipe, and there are around 5 grams of protein to be found
05:14in each 140-calorie bun. But if you don't want enriched flour, you'll need to avoid this one.
05:20Wonder Bread is a household name. Its familiar dotted logo is spotted throughout the bread aisle
05:24of countless grocery stores across the United States. But the next time you're standing there
05:29trying to decide between the company's numerous loaf and roll options, you may just want to leave
05:34its hot dog buns right where they sit on the shelf. While each of Wonder Bread's classic
05:38hot dog buns contains a reasonable 130 calories, they are, unfortunately, rather empty ones.
05:44Wonder's bun variation is made using a long list of refined ingredients,
05:49such as unbleached enriched flour, soybean oil, and soy lecithin. In addition, at 270
05:56milligrams a pop, the sodium level on these particular buns are rather high compared to
06:00other brands. This is also true of the carbohydrates, which sit around 25 grams per
06:05bun. Given the combination of unimpressive ingredients and the rather subpar nutritional
06:10label, it's no wonder you'll want to avoid this one. Ballpark is a brand synonymous with the grill,
06:17and its bun and roll selection includes several versions of either hamburger or hot dog buns.
06:22And of course, let's not forget about their hot dogs, a match made in corporate heaven.
06:27"...some big shot over at the wiener company got together with some big shot over at the
06:32bun company and decided to rip off the American public."
06:35Given the specificity of the company's focus, one might expect Ballpark's hot dog buns to be
06:40a step above the rest. But while some hot dog enthusiasts rate it highly on taste,
06:45it doesn't fare so well when you evaluate it on nutrition.
06:48The Ballpark White Hot Dog Buns contain a long and complicated list of refined,
06:53added ingredients. It's difficult to locate a single fresh, nutritious element on the label
06:58at all, with enriched wheat flour, vegetable oils, preservatives such as calcium propionate
07:03and sorbic acid, and thickeners like cellulose gum at the heart of the recipe. Sadly,
07:08this means that any calories you obtain from eating this Ballpark product will be relatively
07:13empty and void of serious nutritional benefit. Not exactly an attractive notion for the finishing
07:18touch on your hot dog.
07:20High-fructose corn syrup is widely considered to be an unhealthy artificial ingredient for
07:25a number of reasons. It's associated with obesity, triggers feelings of hunger,
07:29has a direct connection to messing with your blood sugar, and promotes inflammation in your
07:33body. Greater, more widespread knowledge surrounding the potential issues of this
07:37potentially dangerous ingredient has led many food companies to say goodbye to it for good,
07:42removing high-fructose corn syrup from products and shutting the door behind it.
07:46But not Village Hearth's classic white hot dog buns. They may appear soft, pillowy,
07:51and innocuous, but they are loaded with high-fructose corn syrup. While it is generally
07:56recommended for all people to avoid this ingredient as often as possible, it becomes even more
08:01important for those who are already managing or at risk for health issues like diabetes and
08:05obesity. Since in many cases, hot dogs are served to large crowds of family and friends,
08:10such as at cookouts and barbecues, it's possible someone in your group could be extra sensitive to
08:15all that high-fructose corn syrup. If so, you may want to consider going with a different brand of
08:20hot dog bun for your next get-together so nobody gets… upset.
08:24You know what makes me really sick to my stomach?
08:26What?
08:27Is watching you stuff your face with those hot dogs.
08:30The term plant-based tends to bring with it a picture of health, but the truth is that not
08:35every single processed, plant-based item is immediately good for you. In fact, some recent
08:41studies suggest that plant-based foods that are highly processed may increase your risk for
08:46cardiovascular diseases. So, taking the time to read the labels on the backs of grocery store
08:51items labeled as plant-based is just as important as doing so for any other prepackaged item.
08:57In the case of Brioche Gourmet's plant-based hot dog buns, the label should definitely be
09:02considered prior to consumption. These plant-based hot dog buns may be free of any GMOs or preservatives,
09:08but they are quite high in sugar compared to most hot dog buns — 5 grams per serving,
09:13to be exact. To make matters worse, according to the label, all of them are added,
09:18highly processed sugars that are derived from both glucose syrup and invert sugar syrup.
09:24There are also 210 milligrams of sodium and 26 grams of carbs per bun to account for, as well.
09:30Given these elements, you may want to think twice about slapping your juicy hot dog in this one.
09:35But hey, the best thing about America's favorite cookout classic
09:39is that it's highly individualized. You get to make it perfect for you,
09:43however you see fit, and this includes your choice of bun.