WHAT IS 'KETO'?

It’s actually pretty simple. Your body uses 2 main sources for energy: fats and carbs. Carbs are easy to break down so your body will always use them first. (This means the more carbs you eat, the less fat you burn). A ketogenic diet reduces the amount of carbs you eat so that your body gets its energy from fat instead of carbs.

BENEFITS OF KETO

  • HEALTHY WEIGHT

    When you are in ketosis, your body learns to burn its own fat stores (instead of carbs) and to respond more effectively to insulin—both of which help you achieve and maintain a healthy weight

  • MENTAL CLARITY

    Because your brain has a steadier source of energy on keto (no more wild fluctuations in glucose from all those carbs!), you may notice less brain fog and greater mental energy and clarity.

  • REDUCED INFLAMMATION

    Your body’s inflammatory markers decrease when exposed to ketone bodies, which can lead to improved symptoms for conditions like psoriasis, joint pain, and even some GI issues like IBS.

TIPS:

1

UNDERSTAND WHAT KETO REALLY IS. There are mountains of information available out there, but at the end of the day, keto is about one thing: keeping your carbohydrate intake very low. Period.

2

MANAGE YOUR EXPECTATIONS. Keto can be powerful, but it’s not magic, and it’s not instantaneous. Be patient, and don’t compare your results with anyone else’s.

3

BE PREPARED FOR KETO FLU. Skimping on salt and other electrolytes is one of the biggest mistakes you can make in transitioning to keto. Be generous with your salt, and incorporate salty foods like bacon, olives, pickles, and broth.

4

GET PROFESSIONAL GUIDANCE ON MEDICATION. Some medications may need to be adjusted after starting keto, but this should always be done in consultation with a physician to make sure you stay safe in your new lifestyle.

5

GET BASELINE BLOOD TESTS. This will give you valuable data on the progress you are making.

6

KNOW HOW TO ORDER IN RESTAURANTS. Ask for bun-less burgers, and swap out starchy sides in favour of non-starchy vegetables or a salad. Being on-the-go or in a hurry doesn’t mean you have to throw out your keto lifestyle.

7

GO EASY ON YOURSELF. Be patient with yourself-and don’t let mistakes lead to giving up! Just get right back on track.

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GIVE YOURSELF NON-WEIGHT MILESTONES. The scale does not give you the full picture of your success. Always look at the broader picture of your health when you are evaluating your progress

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