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Is arrowroot starch allowed on Whole30?

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Daniel Rodriguez

Published Feb 23, 2026

Is arrowroot starch allowed on Whole30?

Arrowroot powder is a starchy substance that’s extracted from the root of a tropical plant. Some call it Arrowroot Starch, some call it Arrowroot flour– it’s all the same thing! It’s a white powdery starch that is naturally gluten-free, grain-free, paleo and Whole30 friendly.

Is starch Whole30 compliant?

Arrowroot Powder or Tapioca Starch: Yes.

Can you have modified food starch on Whole30?

Modified food starch (except tapioca and arrowroot, but those are exceedingly rare), natural smoke flavoring, anything that ends in “-ose” or “-aride” or “-itol”,, soy anything, chewing gum, whey, vegetable oils (while technically compliant, they are discouraged unless you have to eat out and can’t force them to use …

Can you have pea starch on Whole30?

We’re adding an exception for peas, which means that sugar snap peas, snow peas, green peas, yellow peas, and split peas are allowed during your Whole30.

Why is cornstarch not Whole30 compliant?

Added sugar, off-limits additives like MSG, carrageenan, or added sulfites, corn starch, or rice bran won’t be listed on an allergy warning, but will rule the product out for your Whole30. If you see any of these ingredients listed on your label, that means the product is immediately out for your Whole30.

What sweeteners are allowed on Whole30?

On Whole30, adherents must cut out all sweeteners including maple syrup, honey, agave nectar, coconut sugar, date syrup, monk fruit extract, and stevia. However, dieters are permitted to use fruit juice as a sweetener.

Is guar gum Whole30?

You don’t want to seek out guar gum, but it is allowed on Whole30. If you can find a brand without any guar gum, even better, but so don’t stress out if you can’t find a can of coconut milk without guar gum on the ingredient list.

What additives are not allowed on Whole30?

Some additives – Carrageenan, corn starch, maltodextrin, monosodium glutamate (MSG), potassium metabisulfite, sodium bisulfite, soy lecithin, sulfites, and sulfur dioxide are additives that are not allowed on Whole30.

Why are legumes not allowed on Whole30?

Legumes contain phytates, or anti-nutrients that grab hold of minerals like calcium, iron, zinc, and magnesium, making them indigestible. They’re not able to be absorbed by our bodies.

Is Stevia allowed on Whole30?

No added and artificial sweeteners Most diets limit the sweet stuff, but Whole30 (as do many nutrition experts) makes no distinction between natural sweeteners like maple syrup, agave, and honey, and manufactured ones such as Stevia, Splenda, and xylitol. They’re all out.

Can you have aspartame on Whole30?

You can also go for black coffee or pure tea, but stay away from the sweeteners on the table. Not even aspartame, sucralose or stevia is appropriate for a Whole30 meal.

Can I have flour on the Whole30 diet?

On the Whole30, Can I Have… Yes, you can have almond flour, coconut flour, tapioca flour, cassava flour and other non-grain-based flours, but it’s context-dependent. You can use it in place of breadcrumbs in your meatballs, to dredge a piece of chicken, or to thicken a sauce or stew.

Can you eat carob powder during Whole30?

While Carob is technically a legume, carob powder is generally made from the pod of the plant and not the seed. Since all of the potentially problematic parts are contained in the seed, it’s A-OK to eat parts of the plant other than the seed during your Whole30.

Fruit Juice: Yes Fruit juice is the only acceptable added sweetener on the Whole30. (We had to draw the line somewhere.) Use it to flavor sauces, soups, or entrees.

Can you eat flax seeds on Whole30 diet?

Flax Seeds: Yes These “seeds” aren’t the same botanical family of seeds that we eliminate with grains and legumes, so that makes them fine to eat during your Whole30. Tip: Flax isn’t likely to cause you any serious trouble, but it’s not the omega-3 super-food it’s made out to be, either.