Low carbohydrate diets are methods to keep carbohydrate intake under 100 grams; strict ketogenic diets are a type of subdieeten carbohydrate diets usually allow less than 20 grams of carbohydrates per day.

The general recommendation is to start KetoBalans 25g net carbs per day or less. This limit eliminates junk foods, refined carbohydrates, and any other "fattening" foods. Foods to eat You should base the majority of your meals on these foods:

• Meat: Red meat, steak, ham, sausage, bacon, chicken and turkey
• fatty fish: salmon, trout, tuna and mackerel
• eggs: eggs from pasture or omega-3 whole eggs
• butter and cream: grass lined butter and cream
• cheese: raw cheeses such as cheddar, goat, cream, blue and mozzarella
• Nuts and seeds: almonds, walnuts, flax seeds, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, etc.
• Healthy oils: extra virgin olive oil, coconut oil and avocado oil
• Avocados: Avocados whole or freshly made guacamole
• carbohydrate vegetables: green vegetables, tomatoes, onions, peppers, etc.
• spices: salt, pepper, herbs and spices

Foods to avoid

Food contains a lot of carbohydrates should be limited.

Here is a list of foods that should be reduced or eliminated on a ketogenic diet:

• sugary foods: soda, juice, smoothies, cakes, ice cream, candy, etc.
• cereal or starch-based products from wheat, rice, pasta, cereals, etc.
• Fruits: all fruits, except for small portions of berries such as strawberries
• Beans and legumes: peas, kidney beans, lentils, chickpeas, etc.
• root vegetables and tubers: potatoes, sweet potatoes, carrots, parsnips, etc.
• low-fat or diet products: low-fat mayonnaise, salad dressings and condiments
• some spices or sauces: barbecue sauce, honey mustard, teriyaki sauce, ketchup, etc.
• unhealthy fats: processed vegetable oils, mayonnaise, etc.
• Alcohol: beer, wine, spirits, mixed drinks
• sugar free diet foods: sugar-free candies, syrups, puddings, sweeteners, desserts, etc.

Healthy snacks keto If you get hunger between meals, here are some healthy snacks approved by keto:

• fat meat or fish
• cheese
• a handful of nuts or seeds
• keto sushi bites
• olives
• one or two hard-boiled eggs
• keto-friendly snack bars
• 90% dark chocolate
• full-fat Greek yogurt mixed with nut butter and cocoa powder
• peppers and guacamole
• strawberries and regular cottage cheese
• celery with salsa and guacamolebeef jerky
• smaller portions leftover meals

Keto tips and tricks

Although it can be challenging to start the ketogenic diet, there are several tips and tricks that you can use to make it easier.

• Begin by checking familiarizing yourself with food labels and the number of grams of fat, carbohydrates and fiber to determine how you fit favorite foods in your diet.
• The pre-planning your meals can also be helpful and can help you save additional time during the week.
• Many websites, food blogs, apps and cookbooks have keto-friendly recipes and meal ideas that you can use to create your own customized menu.
• Alternatively Some offer meal delivery services offer even keto-friendly options for a quick and easy way to enjoy keto meals at home.
• Look for healthy frozen keto meals if you have limited time.
• When you go to social gatherings or visiting family and friends, you can also consider to bring your own food, making it much easier to keep the tension at bay and stick to your meal plan.