KETO FOODS?

a higher-fat diet that can help you burn fat more effectively. It has many benefits for weight loss, health, and performance.

The foods which are consumed during the ketogenic diet are called Keto foods.

A keto diet can be especially useful for losing excess body fat without hunger and for improving type 2 diabetes.

WHAT TOT EAT ON A KETO DIET?

The most important thing during the ketogenic diet is to avoid eating too many carbs. The ideal intake of carbohydrates during keto diet should be under 50 grams per day.

Here is a list of foods which can be eating during a ketogenic diet i.e. the foods which have only 3-6 grams of carbohydrates per 100 grams of food-

1. Seafood

Fish and shellfish are very keto-friendly foods. Salmon and other fish are rich in B vitamins, potassium, and selenium, yet virtually carb-free. In addition, frequent fish intake has been linked to a decreased risk of disease and improved mental health. You should aim to consume at least two servings of seafood in a week if you are following a keto diet.

2. Cheese

Cheese is one ingredient that is versatile and easily available. Fortunately for us, cheese is both nutritious and delicious. There are a hundred types of cheese and luckily, mostly all the cheeses are rich in fat and low in carbohydrates. In addition, eating cheese regularly may help reduce the loss of muscle mass and strength that occurs with aging.

3. Avocados

Avocados only contain 2 grams of carbs per net gram (100 gram) of serving. Besides being low in carbs, avocados are high in potassium and fiber. In addition, they may improve heart health markers.

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4. Coconut oil

During a keto diet, you can replace your regular oil with coconut oil. Coconut oil has unique properties that make it well suited for a ketogenic diet. Coconut oil is rich in MCTs,(medium-chain triglycerides) which can increase ketone production. In addition, it may increase the metabolic rate and promote the loss of weight and belly fat.

5. Cottage cheese

Cottage cheese is healthy protein-rich food. While it contains carbohydrates, cottage cheese can still be included in the ketogenic diet. Paneer has shown to decrease appetite and promote satiety (feeling of fullness of stomach).

6. Nuts and seeds

Nuts and seeds are healthy, high-fat, and low-carb foods. Frequent nut consumption has been linked to a reduced risk of heart disease, certain cancers, depression, and other chronic diseases. Nuts and seeds are high in fiber which can help in absorbing fewer calories overall. (My blog on KNOW YOUR SEEDS is linked below!!) https://thefoodstuffdiary.wixsite.com/website/post/know-your-seeds

7. Lower carb vegetabless like cabbage, broccoli, asparagus, cauliflower, lettuce, spinach, zucchini, kale, and brussels sprouts.

8. Lower carb fruits like blackberries, blueberries, coconut, lemons and limes, raspberries, strawberries, and tomatoes.

The bottom line-

Studies indicate that cutting carbs can automatically reduce your appetite and calorie intake. Low-carb diets tend to be high in fat, which leads to an impressive increase in blood levels of “good” HDL cholesterol. If you are curious to boost your health, a ketogenic diet should we worth considering.

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