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Keto Diets: Best Practices to Get Started

Keto diets are defined by high fat and low carbs. While they may appear to be a fad, they do have some long term benefits for many trying to get healthy. Here's how to start!

What Kind of Food Can You Eat?

High fat refers to healthy fats like you would get from nuts, beans, or avocado. Low carbs and  high protein foods are also key.  Click for the specific breakdown!

Getting Started with Keto Diets

First - clean out your fridge of everything that won't qualify as keto. Create meal plans to help guide your food decisions and stay on track. Try intermittent fasting on top fo it to help keep your body in ketosis.

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Challenges with Keto Diets

1. Keto flu - this is your body adapting to the new diet! 2. Pre-existing health problems may prevent you from doing this. 3. No cheat days allowed in order to stay in ketosis!

Variations to the Keto Diet

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1. Targeted Keto - When you are allowed carbs around targeted exercise times. 2. Cyclical Keto - Keto for 5-6 days, then high carbs for 1-2 High Protein Keto

Final thoughts

Keto is a great option for wanting to lose weight and change your diet. However, it's not for everyone. Don't forget to consult your doctor if you have questions!

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