tess5036 wrote: »

I've been keto about 6 months, it might feel a bit tough at first but it does get a lot easier. the main thing during the first few weeks, especially the first few days is to make sure you have your electrolytes otherwise you'll suffer from what is known as keto flu. If you top up your electrolytes you'll probably be able to avoid it.

During the first couple of weeks you may find it difficult as well because you will be craving carbs it says if your body is trying to persuade you to eat more as it wants to refill your glycogen stores, but that also goes away after about 2 weeks.

Be careful counting carb, they are everywhere. Personally I have found easier without trying to make substitute food, such as keto bread, is not always very useful and made me miss the original. I much prefer finding fluid return like which are keto friendly. If you want to use a sweetener that is keto friendly one of the best is
Erythritol, it has 0 calories and also does not have any impact on insulin. If you want any recipes for ideas on things that you can eat just let me know and I'll try and point you in the right direction.

bethanie0825 wrote: »

@UTMom81 I have loved this challenge!!!!!

bethanie0825 wrote: »

Week 2 Weigh-In
Username- bethanie0825
Day- Tuesday
Previous Weight - 241.6 (I think)
Current Weight- 240

Finally hit 15lbs lost!

TeresaW1020 wrote: »

tess5036 wrote: »

I've been keto about 6 months, it might feel a bit tough at first but it does get a lot easier. the main thing during the first few weeks, especially the first few days is to make sure you have your electrolytes otherwise you'll suffer from what is known as keto flu. If you top up your electrolytes you'll probably be able to avoid it.

During the first couple of weeks you may find it difficult as well because you will be craving carbs it says if your body is trying to persuade you to eat more as it wants to refill your glycogen stores, but that also goes away after about 2 weeks.

Be careful counting carb, they are everywhere. Personally I have found easier without trying to make substitute food, such as keto bread, is not always very useful and made me miss the original. I much prefer finding fluid return like which are keto friendly. If you want to use a sweetener that is keto friendly one of the best is
Erythritol, it has 0 calories and also does not have any impact on insulin. If you want any recipes for ideas on things that you can eat just let me know and I'll try and point you in the right direction.

I've read about Keto flu and know about using salt and other electrolytes. I also agree that doing substitute food isn't where I want to go with this way of eating. Weight Watchers was all about that and I really want to go off of artificial sugars as much as possible. I'm now able to drink my coffee black and I like plain green tea. I found some sparkling water from Trader Joes that don't use artificial sugars that I love. I've been on the Diet Doctor website which has lots of great info and recipes. Tonight, I made Keto pizza casserole and a wonderful green salad with real blue cheese dressing. I'm way too full and need to learn portion control! Yes, to any recipes ideas you can point me too would be greatly appreciated.