Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve heard about the Keto Diet.
It really has changed a lot of lives over the past year or so, and
anyone serious about their weight loss goals has at least researched it.
The Keto Diet has helped people lose massive amounts of weight; up to
200lbs, which is an incredible weight loss journey. People have been
raving about it, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. The Keto Diet is based
around eliminating carbs from your diet and replacing them with fats.
It pushes natural foods, meats, cheeses, fruits, and vegetables.
Anything processed, or carb-filled is cut out altogether. It does take a
lot of planning and strategy to introduce the diet change in your life;
however, the health benefits are amazing and completely worth the
transition. To help you, I’ve created 5 tips to surviving your first
month of the Keto Diet.
1. Tell your Friends and Family
I know it seems simple enough, but the amount of food changes you’re
going to be adopting is going to make it impossible to keep this diet in
the shadows. You’re going to need the support of friends and family to
help you get through the starting phase. It will take some readjustment
for everyone involved, especially those you live with, but your
supporters will have your back! Make sure your loved ones are aware of
your diet changes before attending any get-togethers that will involve
food and eating. If they are not supportive, it’s a good idea to eat
beforehand or pack your own food. Always remember you’re doing this for
YOU, not for them. So, ignore any comments that don’t build you up; only
acknowledge those that show support and genuine respect for your new
commitment.
2. Use Supplements
It sounds easy enough, but supplements will make or break your
success here. The beginning of the Keto Diet comes with something
called, “The Keto flu” which is a transition period where your body
readjusts to the different food intake. Because you’ll be cutting out
carbs, and essentially all sugar and sodium, your body’s electrolytes
will be taking a bit of a curveball; you may feel dizzy, faint, tired,
and lethargic. To avoid this, check out some Keto supporting supplements to give your body as much strength and endurance to get through the initial transition.
3. Drink Lots of Water
This is an essential part of the Keto Diet anyway, but I need to make
it very clear how important this step is in your success. The Keto Diet
requires you to drink about 1 ounce of water per pound of body weight;
which is a huge amount, and probably more than you’re used to drinking.
I’d suggest carrying around a bottle of water with you everywhere you
go, to ensure the success of your diet.
4. Find Recipes Online
Do not try to Keto without recipes in your back pocket! This is a
whole new way of eating, and the foods you’re used to will not be
included. All the recipes you’ve once learned will most likely have to
be altered. Just go to Google and look up “Keto Recipes”; you’ll get
plenty that pops up, and most of them are fairly easy, too!
5. Create a Meal Plan
Don’t give yourself the opportunity to cheat on your diet by not
being prepared. You know your body best, and so it’s a good idea to
create a plan that follows your body’s hunger schedule.
If you hate eating in the morning and prefer to snack until dinner;
create a plan for that. If you like having three whole meals a day, plan
for that. The more you plan out, the less chance you have of being
caught starving and tempted to cheat on your diet. If you create a
weekly plan, you can make foods ahead of time to store and keep ready
and available for those tempting moments. Don’t be afraid to bring food
with you wherever you go; there’s no shame in keeping snacks in your
car, or in your purse in order to improve your health and future!
The Keto Diet may sound like a lot of work, but the benefits will
completely outweigh the negatives. Your hard work will pay off within a
few weeks, and your weight loss with encourage you further and further
into your journey. If you create a good support system, take
supplements to avoid the “Keto Flu”, drink all your water, and create
recipes and meal plans, you will see the health improvements and weight
loss success that everyone raves about. Don’t forget to put yourself
first; you cannot pour from an empty cup, and no one deserves to be
healthy and happy more than you!
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