Keto Dieting Made Easy With the Carb Manager App

Like any diet, Keto can be hard to stick with — it removes many food groups and causes uncomfortable side effects, including dehydration, constipation and the “Keto Flu.” But it’s much easier to follow a new eating plan when you have a solid strategy in place and a way to track your progress. That’s where the Carb Manager app can help!

Start by purging your pantry of foods that don’t fit into the low-carb diet, such as grain-based snacks and packaged breads. This will make it easier for you to resist temptation when cravings hit. Instead, stock up on Keto staples that you know you can enjoy, such as grass-fed butter or ghee, olive oil, avocado and MCT oil.

Focus on nutrient-dense, nonstarchy vegetables that contain less than 8 g of net carbs per cup (net carbs are total carbohydrates minus fiber). These veggies include kale, spinach, broccoli, cauliflower, asparagus and green peppers. Also, try to eat more fruits that are lower in sugar, such as berries and avocados.

Avoid sugary beverages and opt for low-sugar yogurts, coffee and tea. Limit alcohol, which can disrupt ketosis. Replace high-sugar condiments with those that are keto friendly, such as mustard, pickles and ketchup. Use a natural sweetener, such as stevia or monk fruit sweetener, to sweeten your foods. Avoid artificial sweeteners, which have been shown to negatively impact gut health and promote weight gain.