Follow us 182.0k

Why Follow a Whole Foods Based Keto Diet? A whole foods based has numerous health benefits; however, if your goal is to lose weight, it is often not enough. Honey, maple syrup, coconut sugar, bananas, dates or tapioca flour may be considered "whole foods" but definitely won't move the scales down. As a result, our approach is a whole foods based low-carb diet. The KetoDiet approach is simple: It's a low-carb diet where the focus is on eating real food. With the growing popularity of low-carb diets, the food industry introduced foods that may be low in carbs but are laden with unhealthy ingredients such as artificial sweeteners, preservatives and other additives. What works for one, may not work for another but in general, if your goal is to lose weight, you have to limit your carb intake even if it comes from healthy whole food based sources.

How Do I Know I'm in Ketosis? There are a few ways for you to find out whether or not you are in ketosis. Although the most accurate way is to use a blood ketone meter, you can also use urine ketone strips or simply your common sense and listen to your body signals. You can learn more about Ketosis & Measuring Ketones in this post. However, it's not just about carbs and ketones and you need to know your macros. Many people don't eat enough protein and overeat fat simply because they've been given the wrong advice. Here's a good article to explain more: The Ketone Craze: Who Really Benefits From High Ketone Levels?

Should I Count Calories? It's a common misconception that you can eat unlimited amount of calories and still lose weight. In fact, you can put on weight even on a low-carb diet. Although this doesn't happen often, you will need to understand a few basic principles and avoid common mistakes. Low-carb ketogenic diets are natural appetite suppressing effects This is why you'll eat less and won't need to count calories which is one of the three main effects of the ketogenic diet. However, if for any reason your weight is stalling for more than 2-3 weeks, you may need to consider keeping an eye on your energy intake (calories). Reaching a weight loss plateau may be caused by several reasons and you don't necessarily have to be eating too much, in fact, you may discover that you haven't been eating enough. In my experience, losing body fat becomes more and more difficult as you get close to your target weight. To make it easy for you to calculate your ideal macronutrients on a ketogenic diet, we developed a free online keto calculator, KetoDiet Buddy - try it now!

What Foods Should I Eat and Avoid on a Keto Diet? In short, you should eat REAL food (meat, eggs, nuts, yogurt, vegetables and occasionally some fruits). Apart from the obvious limitation of net carbs in food, it is also recommended to avoid processed food and any food that may contain preservatives and colourings. Complete list of keto-friendly foods can be found in my post here. KetoDiet is not just about losing weight at any cost; it's about adopting a healthier lifestyle.

Where Can I Get Free Keto Diet Plans? Starting the ketogenic diet may be challenging for those who are new to it. To make it easy for you, I have created several keto meal plans that include print-friendly shopping lists and useful tips for meal preparation to save time and money. No diet plan fits all and you may need to make small adjustments to fit your needs. You can find even more diet plans here: 2 premium diet plans for accelerated fat loss, and 2 more free diet plans including a keto & paleo diet plan, and a vegetarian keto diet plan. To get all 3 free diet plans, you can simply subscribe to our newsletter - it's free and we will never sell your e-mail address! You can search through the many recipes on my blog to find what fits your needs. If you need to limit your search to any special requirements, use the "categories" on the right side of my blog. Bestselling Keto Books Keto Chaffles Order and get 5 bonus chaffle recipes! My latest keto cookbook! 75 Delicious Treats for Your Low-Carb Diet Chaffles are the epitome of simplicity and versatility Simple Keto Meal-prepping, planning, and shopping strategies 100+ delicious low-carb recipes Quick & easy, no stress, no complication The Beginner's KetoDiet Cookbook Easy keto guide 100+ delicious low-carb recipes Whole foods, optimized for nutrition The Keto All Day Cookbook My best keto recipes 100+ delicious low-carb recipes Allergy-free options Quick Keto Meals in 30 Minutes or Less Quick and easy meals 100+ delicious low-carb recipes Allergy-free options Sweet & Savory Fat Bombs Sweet treats & savory snacks 100+ delicious keto recipes Allergy-free options Keto Slow Cooker & One-Pot Meals 100+ delicious low-carb recipes Ideal for batch cooking and meal prep Allergy-free options The KetoDiet Cookbook 150+ delicious low-carb recipes Quick guide to keto Keto food list Super Low-Carb Snacks 100+ delicious low-carb recipes Tasty paleo treats and snacks Ultra low-carb fat bombs Get it now Have any of my books? Claim your Premium Diet Plans

Do you like this post? Share it with your friends! Pinterest Reddit

Martina Slajerova Creator of KetoDietApp.com I changed the way I ate in 2011, when I was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s, an autoimmune disease that affects the thyroid. I had no energy, and I found it more and more difficult to maintain a healthy weight. That’s when I decided to quit sugar, grains, and processed foods, and to start following a whole-foods-based ketogenic approach to food. More posts by Martina Slajerova Martina Slajerova About the Reviewer This article has been reviewed by Franziska Spritzler, RD, CDE who is a qualified expert. At KetoDiet we work with a team of health professionals to ensure accurate and up-to-date information. You can find out more on the About us page.