One of the top concerns many people have about going keto is how much effort it takes to cook and plan meals. It’s not always easy to hit your daily keto macros of 75% fat, 20% protein, and 5% carbohydrates.We compiled our 16 favorite keto-friendly products you can find at Trader Joe's that make staying on track a breeze (we tried to cut it to 15 and couldn't!).And best of...

MCT oil and keto seem to go together like PB&J. And that's because MCTs are considered the ultimate keto supplement.MCTs are "medium-chain triglycerides", which are a special kind of fat found in plant-based oils and milk products (especially coconut oil). These fats boast properties not seen in other fats, especially related to ketone production. MCT oil is considered an exogenous ketone, like BHB (beta-hydroxybutyrate), which can support ketosis and provide a...

Whether you’re new to keto or a veteran, putting together your keto shopping list can be a challenge. We’ve made this easier by creating the Master Keto Food List. It lists 100+ keto foods so you can reduce your lap time at the grocery store. Beware, this article is long because it covers so much. Here's what's covered: Do I Really Need a Keto Food List? Use the list if you:...

You're probably wondering if the ketogenic diet is a good idea for someone with diabetes? At first glance, you think it is. Eating fewer carbs means your body will have a lower demand for insulin. True. On second thought, there's probably a lot more going on that you haven't thought of. Also true. If you're considering a keto diet and have diabetes, pre-diabetes, or even metabolic syndrome, you’ve come to...

Don't kid yourself... almost all of the canned meal plans fail. That’s because they don’t take into account personal dietary needs, lifestyles, or preferences. They just prescribe one meal plan for the masses. But that’s not how we work. Instead, we’ve designed the perfect keto menu diet template. It has the right balance of our food suggestions and, more importantly, yours. It’s fully customizable, can adapt to your lifestyle, and is the...

Whether you want to lose weight, eat healthier, or just have more energy. Starting the day off with a keto breakfast can help. That's because science shows that people on a keto diet report having more energy and fewer food cravings leading to positive changes in body weight and lifestyle. For example, a study that tracked ketogenic dieters over an eight week period found that participants reported lower appetite while they...

Most people don't realize that soda and fruit juice are equally fattening, but what's even more surprising is the meteoric rise of soda in the United States. You’d never guess it by looking at the rows of the colorful two-liter plastic bottles on your grocery store’s shelves, but soft drinks got their start as a health drink. A Philadelphia pharmacist by the name of Charles Hires introduced root beer in 1876...

Kids aren't the only ones who try to skip their veggies with each meal. Most adults fall short with their veggie intake too! Here's how to eat more low carb veggies short of becoming a vegetarian. You can also download our Master Keto Food List with 100+ keto foods mapped out for you. You might be surprised at the veggies that made the list.    You want to learn how to eat...