How to Start on the Keto Diet

The keto diet is a low carb, high fat diet that uses fat for fuel. It may help with weight loss and can benefit people with some health conditions like metabolic, neurological, and insulin-related diseases.

When you start on the Keto Diet it’s important to remove all foods that contain added sugars, artificial sweeteners, and refined carbohydrates (like diet soda). This will drastically decrease your sugar cravings. Also, avoiding foods that are high in sodium and saturated fats is also helpful.

You will need to stock up on foods that are keto-friendly and make a weekly meal plan to help you stick to the keto diet. Try to avoid purchasing prepackaged foods that are high in sodium, saturated fats, and trans fats, even if they are labeled as keto-friendly. Instead, choose whole foods that are dense in nutrients.

It’s also a good idea to make sure you have plenty of meals prepared ahead of time to prevent hunger pangs. Aim to have five or six small meals throughout the day versus three larger ones.

It’s common for athletes and people who exercise a lot to experience some initial physical changes when they start on the keto diet. This is due to the body adapting through ketosis and limiting its use of glucose for energy. However, this should only last a short period of time before the body is fully able to utilize fat as its primary energy source. In addition, some people experience fatigue and leg cramps when they begin a keto diet. This is often a sign of an electrolyte imbalance and can be corrected by drinking enough water, eating salty foods and taking magnesium supplements.