When people talk about low-carb diets like keto and other low-carb high fat (LCHF) diets, they often talk about eating a lot of meat, fish, and cheese. While this is a healthy way to do the diet, it isn’t the only way. You can also be a vegetarian and do the keto diet, there are … Read more
As you know, keto isn’t just about cutting carbs, but adding in more fats. You need healthy fats to enter ketosis, where your body actually burns more fat for energy. This is what makes the ketogenic diet so beneficial for weight loss and continued weight management. Some people experience difficulty with their fat intake, which … Read more
If you want to do some baking while on keto, you still can! Many people think all baked goods and breaded fried foods are out, but that isn’t the case. While you won’t be making them the same way as you used to, there are still some flour alternatives that you can use if you … Read more
Nutritional yeast may sound like something you bake with, but it is actually used as a flavoring component for many ketogenic meals and snacks. It tastes like a nutty type of cheese, so you can do everything from top salads to add it to your soups. Here are some things to know about this unique … Read more
When you switch to a keto diet, one of the things you might be confused about is whether or not you can eat your vegetables. One thing to remember is that the ketogenic diet is not the same as the Atkins diet. You are not trying to eat a diet of primarily meat and cheese. … Read more
During the ketogenic diet, you will begin reading labels on anything and everything you purchase. While cutting back on processed and packaged foods is highly recommended, there are still times when you might want to get a low-carb treat or snack from your nearby supermarket. One thing you will notice with low-carb packaged foods is … Read more
After being on keto for a while, there may come a time when you want to go to happy hour with co-workers or enjoy a cocktail with friends or family. While this isn’t something you should do all the time, you can still have alcohol and follow the ketogenic lifestyle. Just like anything else, you … Read more
If you ever feel ill, especially with flu-like symptoms like dizziness or muscle weakness, you might have what is called the keto flu. This occurs when you are not getting enough electrolytes due to the changes in your food. Here are some things to know about the important electrolytes you need to focus on when … Read more
As you probably know, the ketogenic, or keto diet, requires you to follow an extremely low-carb diet. It is usually 20 net carbs a day, though some people can remain in ketosis with as little as 50 net carbs a day. There is a lot of talk about “cheat days”, where you eat what you … Read more
Any time you start a new diet, there is a learning curve where it takes some time getting used to it, and the keto diet is no different. There tend to be some common mistakes people make when they first start keto, but by knowing about them know, you can be sure to avoid them. … Read more