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Summary Of “How To Begin A Keto Diet in 2021” Video
So you’ve heard of the Keto diet and you’re wondering what it’s all about.
Does keto work? Yes, keto works, very well in fact.
Is keto the best diet for you? Yes, if you’re looking for fast results in the way you look and feel.
But keto can be challenging to start just like any new habit. You’ll have to stay with it for a little while to see its results. By committing to the three things we’re going to talk about your body and health will be grateful. Before we get into those three things you have to be clear on what keto is. When you begin a keto diet you are committing to a diet of large amounts of fat, moderate amounts of protein, and low amounts of carbohydrates.
By dramatically reducing the number of carbs you consume you will put your body into ketosis (the namesake for “keto”). Ketosis happens when your body is using ketones for energy instead of sugar. Ketones are an efficient alternative energy source and a game-changer when it comes to weight loss. It’s like changing from regular unleaded to premium gas. When you’re running on premium fuel you’ll burn that fat and improve your overall wellness. Research has shown when you get your body in ketosis it can help with many health conditions like type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and Alzheimer’s disease.
Now, let’s get on with those three tips to get you started in the right direction for your keto journey:
1 – Eat the right foods
You’ll need to replace carbohydrates in your fridge with keto-friendly foods. That means adding meat, high-fat dairy products, and healthy oils. Additionally, you’ll need to include more leafy greens, above-ground vegetables, seeds, nuts, and berries. And remove grains, sugar, fruits, and starchy vegetables. Since processed foods are seldom keto-friendly, you’ll want to clear your freezer of TV dinners and ice cream as well.
That may sound a bit overwhelming, but keto is much easier to manage with the right tools. The fact is, the heavy lifting has been done for you with our customized keto diet plans to tell you exactly what to eat in order to hit your weight goal. Just follow this link to learn which plan will work best for you. You may be surprised at how many of the foods you love can be part of your keto diet after you know how to make them keto-friendly. It’s true, there are keto alternatives for pasta, bread, cookies, and even ice cream.
2 – It’s not just the type of food you eat, but the quantity too
The keto foods will help you reduce your caloric intake but you still have to track how much you eat so you don’t go over your daily calories. The best way to see if you’re eating too much is to check your progress every couple of weeks. Think about changing your daily consumption if you’re not getting the results you want.
Earlier we talked about high-fat, moderate protein, and low-carbs. Together those are called macronutrients, or simply “macros”. To keep your body in ketosis you’ll need to consume 70% of your calories from fat, 25% from protein, and no more than 35g/day of carbs.
3 – Be ready for the “keto flu”
The sharp reduction of carbohydrates might cause your body to feel some symptoms that have been coined the “keto flu”. It’s nothing to worry about and it’s not even the flu, it’s simply a phrase used for some temporary symptoms (fatigue and mind fog). The keto flu doesn’t last long and if you’re committed to the benefits of the diet you won’t let it stop you. And you can prepare yourself for it and lessen the effects by staying well hydrated, increasing your consumption of sodium, potassium, and magnesium.
There you have it, our 3 tips to help you get the most out of your keto journey. To sum it up, follow the list of keto foods and strictly as you can, track what you eat and adjust accordingly, and prepare for a period of adjustment (the keto flu). Click this link for your custom keto diet plan and begin your journey today!