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diet? Ketogenic diet plan and food.Step by Step How to Start kito diet!
So you're ready to adapt to a ketogenic diet to lose weight
and improve your health you've come to the right place making any big lifestyle
or diet changes can be challenging especially at first there are a lot of new
routines to learn and old habits to unlearn but we've seen over and over again
with the people in the ruled.me community that over time keto becomes the new
normal and the dramatic results are so worth it what's the best way to get
started with a ketogenic diet here we'll outline three steps to keto success
but first let's define what a keto diet is simply put it is a high fat low carb
low to moderate protein diet by drastically restricting carbohydrates in your
diet the body will enter and sustain ketosis a metabolic state where the body
burns a highly efficient alternative fuel called ketones not only does the keto
diet help with weight loss but current research also indicates that it can help
to improve health conditions like heart disease type 2 diabetes and Alzheimer's
disease.
To start your keto journey
off on the right foot here are our top three key pieces of advice eat the right
foods eat the right amount of those foods and prepare for the keto flu let's
start with food your goal on a consistent basis is to replace carb heavy foods
with keto friendly foods this will help you eat fewer calories than before and
help jump-start and sustain ketosis you will need to focus on meat high fat
dairy and healthy oils leafy green and above-ground vegetables nuts and seeds
avocado berries and keto approved sweeteners you'll need to entirely avoid
grains sugar fruit and starchy vegetables .
keto you'll be relying
a lot more on home-cooked food than packaged processed or prepare foods it's
important to note that you don't have to figure out how to do this on your own
there are so many resources on ruled me including meal plans shopping lists
budget breakdowns and recipes will teach you to avoid common pitfalls how to
read labels and nutritional information and which keto foods can be swapped and
substituted for foods that are off-limits you might be surprised how many
things like bread pasta cookies and ice cream you can still enjoy if you just
learn how to make them keto friendly it's not just eating the right foods though
that is the foundation of the diet you must also learn how much to eat which
brings us to our second point a keto diet can help you to restrict your calorie
intake in a slow and steady way which leads to long-term weight loss but it can
be hard to do this if you're not carefully tracking what you eat one way to
figure out how much you should be eating on a keto diet is to check on your
progress every few weeks and adjust accordingly if you're not seeing the results
you want you can also use the ruled.me keto calculator which we find to be a
more precise method you'll also need to track your macronutrients or macros
those are fats carbs and protein which need to be kept in careful balance to
keep your body in ketosis as a general rule we recommend eating below35 grams
of carbs a day and aiming to get 70% of your calories from fat and25% from
protein the keto calculator can help you dial in exactly what to be aiming for
each day and will keep you on track for a deeper dive into macros check out our
video macros and keto calculator finally when you're starting out on a
ketogenic diet you must prepare for the keto flu when you first cut back on
carbohydrates your body will experience some changes as it adjusts to your
lifestyle one possible change is the keto flu an umbrella term for the flu-like
symptoms you may encounter like fatigue or mental fogginess usually these
symptoms only last a short while but it is best to be prepared you will need to
drink more water increase your sodium potassium and magnesium in take and eat
more fat especially MCTS most importantly check in with yourself from time to
time to monitor the changes in your body composition and how you feel to be
sure that the ketogenic diet is the right choice for you.
10 Foods for
ketogenic diet
Adapting to a ketogenic lifestyle can take some re-working
of your habits and a new perspective on how you approach meals and snacks. But,
no matter how you were eating before ,most of the foods that are the pillars of
a keto diet are things you’re already familiar with — we’re just helping you
learn to use them in slightly different ways to promote ketosis in your body.
Though there are hundreds of foods that fit into a keto diet, there are some that are the true rock stars of the bunch. Here are our top 10 most versatile and healthful foods for the ketogenic diet:
Eggs: High in protein and low in carbs,
eating eggs has been shown to help promote a feeling of fullness, and egg yolks
contain thirteen essential vitamins and minerals, as well as antioxidants.
While eggs were once demonized for their relatively high levels of cholesterol,
we now know that consuming them doesn’t raise blood cholesterol levels in most
people, and can actually reduce the risk of heart disease. To incorporate some
eggs into your morning routine, try our Chorizo Baked Eggs recipe and save the
rest for a super quick and easy to take breakfast.
Olives and olive oil:
These heart-healthy little fruits are bursting with antioxidants and
anti-inflammatory compounds. A one-ounce serving contains two grams of total
carbs. Stock your pantry with extra-virgin olive oil, which is one of the
healthiest oils for baking, cooking and deep-frying at high temperatures.
Meat, poultry and
seafood: In addition to being low in carbs, and high in fat and protein,
meat contains nutrients, like vitamin B12,creatine and taurine, that aren’t
found in plants. Shellfish and fish contain anti-inflammatory omega 3s that are
associated with improved mental health and decreased risk of disease. If you
want a fun and simple dinner that the whole family can enjoy, try our Baked
Italian Meatballs using ground beef. Choose 100% grass-fed pasture-raised red
meat, pasture-raised poultry and sustainably farmed or caught seafood. Not only
is this better for the animals and the environment, meat from humanely raised
animals is typically more nutrient-dense. High-fat dairy: High-fat dairy
contains quality protein, vitamins and minerals, and something called
“conjugated linoleic acid,” which is one of the few fatty acids that promotes
fat loss. Some studies suggest that a moderate amount of high-fat dairy helps
reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke. High fat and very little carbs make
high-fat dairy a keto winner! Try full-fat cream and sour cream, butter and
ghee, soft cheeses like mascarpone and cream cheese and hard cheeses like jack
andcheddar.
Dark chocolate: Scientifically
speaking, real chocolate (not the processed stuff with tons of sugar) isn’t the
“sinful” treat it’s often made out to be. In fact, dark chocolate is loaded
with antioxidants and flavones that can decrease blood pressure, heart disease
risk and insulin resistance. Just be sure that there are no sugars anda minimal
amount of carbs per serving, and enjoy sparingly.
Berries: Berries are some of the
healthiest and most keto-friendly fruits. Blueberries have been shown to
improve memory and brain function, while raspberries and blackberries are
packed with antioxidants that reduce inflammation. Remember to eat berries in
moderation, as they do contain carbs. Make a sweet treat to include some
berries into your diet by freezing up some Berry Bomb Pops using raspberries
and blueberries.
Alliums: Garlic,
onions, leeks and other alliums are prized in most cuisines for their aromatic
flavors. They also contain allicin, a potent plant compound that protects the
body from brain damage and disease. These veggies tend to be rather high in net
carbs, but, used in small quantities, they are great for enhancing the flavor
and nutrition of your keto cooking.
Cruciferous
vegetables: Broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage and other cruciferous veggies
contain high levels of vitamins K and A, as well as special compound called
sulforaphane. Once digested, sulforaphane can help detoxify the body and
protect cells from oxidative stress. We also love cruciferous vegetables for
their low carb counts and amazing versatility. Craving an old favorite at
dinner? Whip up a batch of Easy Creamy Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes. You won't
even miss the real thing!
Coconut oil: Though
very high in saturated fat, coconut oil has been found to help lower
cholesterol and promote the loss of belly fat, thanks to medium-chain
triglycerides. MCTs are absorbed directly by the liver and converted into
ketones, which can help decrease calorie consumption, increase energy levels, and
even improve brain function. Nuts and seeds: Rich in fiber and minerals ,nuts
and seeds are also associated with reduced risk of heart disease, certain
cancers, depression and obesity. We suggest avoiding nut and seeds oils, which contain
high levels of inflammatory omega 6s, and choose whole or freshly ground nuts and
seeds instead. Some of the best seeds and nuts for the keto diet are macadamia
and brazil nuts, pecans, walnuts and almonds, and pumpkin, sunflower and flax
seeds.
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