Following a ketogenic diet doesn't have to be more difficult than a “regular” diet. Eating keto can easily become second nature with the right preparation and planning. It’s imperative that you stick to any diet for long enough to reap the benefits. That timeframe is usually 30-45 days. This is why we made it the KETO 30 Challenge, rather than the KETO 15!That means you should make the diet sustainable. Arming...

Stuck on present ideas for your low-carb loved ones? Don't worry, we’ve got your back.We'll walk you through the why and how of keto holiday gifts. There are eight categories below with options for those brand new to the diet all the way to keto pros.For those who know nothing about the keto diet, we've included a "Why" blurb at the top of each section. This will help you understand...

The ketogenic diet is a high-fat, low-carb, moderate-protein diet with the goal of inducing nutritional ketosis, which is a metabolic state that enables you to burn fat (converted into ketones) for fuel instead of carbs (glucose). Ketosis is achieved through reducing carbohydrates for long enough to deplete the body’s glycogen stores, and eating plenty of quality high-fat foods. Since the ketogenic diet focuses on macronutrients (proteins, carbs and fats), you need to...

Honey is nature’s own sweetener. Produced by bees from the sugary secretions of plants, honey does not just taste great, but it is also natural as well as it has plenty of nutrition benefits due to its high antioxidant content.That’s why nature’s own sweetener is considered a healthier alternative to sugar.But when you are on keto, you want to keep your carbs at the minimum to facilitate ketosis. And just like...

Every lifestyle change comes with side effects. Switching from eating a standard American diet (SAD) or even just a healthy higher-carb diet to keto is no exception.From bad breath to insomnia, and even feeling like you have the flu, most side effects of the ketogenic diet are short-lived and completely manageable.If you want to know how to address that one particular issue, or are simply wondering what’s up with another,...

The ketogenic diet is known for helping its followers lose weight easily[*], improve mental performance, and reduce cravings.But even the most delicious keto-approved meals can be heightened by the promise of a sweet dessert after. And if you’re a coffee drinker, you might find it much easier to start keto if you don’t have to switch to drinking black coffee.This is when having a keto sweetener on hand can help...

From staying within your daily carb limit, to eating enough high-quality fat foods, to keeping your electrolytes up, there are many important elements of being successful on the ketogenic diet. One of the cornerstones of keto is sleep. But many people starting the diet can experience sleep issues including insomnia. In this article we’ll go over the importance of sleep on keto and solutions to common keto sleep issues.  How Poor Sleep...

Peanuts: they're a convenient snack that's packed with protein and healthy fats. It doesn't hurt that they are also pretty delicious, either.Sounds perfect for the ketogenic diet, then, right?Well, not exactly. There's a lotto unpack when it comes to eating peanuts on keto. Not every peanut product is the same, and some are healthier than others.And, while this may be surprising to you, peanuts aren't actually nuts. Can You Have Peanuts...