Keto Diet

BeautifulinHim · January 2018

Hello, I am starting the Keto diet. I have researched a lot, but I would like to know if anyone has any personal tips or things they could share. Even meals, or snack ideas.

LisaMullins1961 · January 2018

I started a week ago on Keto, gradually getting into it, was hoping this would help with the Keto flu. On Dec 31, I went right into it and the next few days I began doing the Bulletproof Coffee, this is the only way I can get enough fats in. If you have not read up on it, do so. It sounds gross, but it really has a good taste to it, the key is to get a good blender, or personal blender, I got mine at Walmart, that comes with the cup for less than 10 dollars. And it blends it up so well I can not see any oils at all. You can play with the taste and add different flavorings whatever you like. Looking forward to seeing you on the board.

T1DCarnivoreRunner · January 2018

There are some groups here for low carb and keto where you can find lots of help. Hopefully someone will post links as I can't right now.

I would suggest supplementing magnesium (the good kind like magnesium citrate or magnesium chelate or anything with -ate, not magnesium oxide...) and do not skimp on salt or be afraid of sodium. You will need lots of electrolytes.

Otherwise, there isn't a need to "get enough fats in" as suggested above. You want to use body fat, right? So don't just add fat because you think you need to eat copious amounts of fat. Keep your carbs low, maintain moderate protein intake, and adjust fats to achieve a calorie deficit.

Skyler_mama · January 2018

Please join our group in here look for the keto 60 day challenge. In facebook for women only - Girls that Keto - 60 day challenge. Thanks

GaleHawkins · January 2018

Getting started is key. It was Oct 2014 when I got started and I knew next to nothing but just knew at age 63 I was rushing towards a premature death and had to act quickly. Keto is still key to my improving health and health markers.

May I suggest not to sweat the small stuff. All I have done these past 3 years is to keep my daily carbs down to 50 grams. Because I left sugar and all forms of all grains cold turkey to beat my carb addiction I think was helpful in my case but it was a hellish two first weeks but after 30 days the cravings leading to binging just faded away.

In my desk there are a container of almonds and a huge stash of Baker's unsweetened 100% cacao chocolate bars.

I do weigh each morning but that is more to make sure my urine output is in about the one Quart/Liter after sleeping 6-8 hours without waking. Staying hydrated is key in my case. Winter makes that harder in my case.

After years of yo-yoing weight with 100%+ regains I swore off counting and measuring. Because Keto enables me to eat all I want and still lose excess weight I plan to do it for the rest of my higher quality living.

ragingindie9 · January 2018

Hi there! I started keto back in 2015 and loved it. The initial adaptation period can be rough but once your body acclimates and you're truly ketogenic, I've found it to be really great for my overall health and weight. I lost over 30lbs in 3 months the first time I started.

Since then I've fallen off the wagon and now I'm at my heaviest so I'm back on it again! Been really strict and while feeling a little run down and having the sniffles, I'm already feeling great, and optimistic!

Be sure to check out the subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/keto/
I found that to be so helpful - they have a ton of links, a really thorough FAQ section, a macros calendar, and of course, inspiration and support!

And feel free to friend me on here! Keep calm and keto on!

BeautifulinHim · January 2018

Thank you all for the great tips and sharing your stories! I am very excited and can't wait to see and feel results!

kimny72 · January 2018

Here's a great MFP group:

http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/394-low-carber-daily-forum-the-lcd-group

Hamidhamid579 · January 2018

luv2bmama89 wrote: »

Please join our group in here look for the keto 60 day challenge. In facebook for women only - Girls that Keto - 60 day challenge. Thanks

Hi! I would love to join, but can't seem to find the group. Could you please share the link?

LCowles87 · January 2018

I am 5 days into keto for the first time and I love it. The adjustment has not been that bad besides headaches and being a grump. But that’s just the detox!

I am already down a pant size even though I’m only at a 4 pound loss.

The staples for me have been avacado, coconut oil, real butter, BACON (lots of it), and cheese. I am also newly obsessed with Bullet proof coffee and drink it in the mornings around 7 and it keeps me full for a good 6-7 hours. Then I eat lunch around 1-2 and then dinner around 6. I’m still not that hungry at dinner but I make something like a hamburger patty with a slice of cheese, mayo and mustard on some lettuce leafs because I know I should eat. Then I fast for 12-13 hours and start all over again.

Going from living on carbs and not thinking this would be possible, I’m so surprised I don’t miss carbs and my energy is starting to pick up. I totally see the benefits and plan on making this a lifestyle and not a diet.

Mommin18 · January 2018

Y’all can all add me. I’m doing it too.

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