Read
Why Keto Pills Don’t Work
There’s a huge online buzz about keto diet pills, but not for the reason you might think. Perhaps you’ve heard they’ve been on Shark Tank....
Ketosis for Beginners
Answers to the most common questions for keto beginners such as how long it takes to get into ketosis, what is your individual carb limit, and what should your ketone levels be.
Read
The Importance of Magnesium on Keto
Importance of Magnesium on Keto All minerals are vitally important. But when you’re on keto, you could argue that magnesium is one of the most...
Read
Common Keto Terms and What They Mean
The keto diet is in the spotlight for all kinds of reasons these days. With reports of many health benefits, including fat loss and mitigating...
Read
What’s BMI, BMR, and Lean Body Mass Versus Fat Body Mass?
What’s BMI, BMR, and Lean Body Mass Versus Fat Body Mass? There’s been more interest than ever in BMI numbers (body mass index numbers) since...
Read
How Long Does It Take to Get Back into Ketosis if I Cheat on Keto?
It’s your birthday and someone slides a piece of your favorite cake under your nose. You’re out for happy hour and buzzed hunger hits at...
Read
If I Stop Keto, Will I Gain the Weight I Lost?
One concern people have with attempting the ketogenic diet is whether they will regain the lost weight if and when they stop maintaining the ketogenic...
Read
7 Signs You’re Fat Adapted
UPDATED BY FRANZISKA SPRITZLER, RD, CDCES If you’ve been following a ketogenic diet for a while, you’ve likely heard the term “fat adapted” (sometimes called...
Read
Ketosis vs Ketoacidosis: What’s the Difference & Why Does It Matter?
What’s the difference between ketosis and ketoacidosis? Both words are similar and involve ketone production; however, the likeness stops there. Ketosis is a natural metabolic...
Read
How Long Does it Take To Get Fat Adapted?
How Long Does it Take To Get Fat Adapted? Hey, so how long does it take you to really get fat-adapted? Does it take a...
Read
What Is Your Individual Carb Limit on a Keto Diet?
If you’re on a keto diet, you know that staying and getting into ketosis (the whole goal of going keto), is achieved by eating a...
Read
How Many Carbs Does Your Body Really Need to Function?
UPDATED BY FRANZISKA SPRITZLER, RD, CDCES For decades, we’ve been told that carbohydrates – especially whole grains, legumes, and brown rice – should form the...
Read
What Should Your Ketone Levels Be?
When starting a keto diet, pretty much everyone gets focused on their ketone levels. It makes sense. They are concrete measurements of progress and most...
Read
What’s the Difference Between Keto, Atkins, Paleo & Whole30?
UPDATED BY FRANZISKA SPRITZLER, RD, CDCES You’ve committed to eating healthier. But now you’re faced with a sea of similar-sounding diets: keto, Atkins, low-carb, paleo,...
Read
What is a “Dirty” Keto Diet vs a “Clean” Keto Diet?
UPDATED BY FRANZISKA SPRITZLER, RD, CDE, on May 6, 2024 The popularity of the ketogenic diet has grown significantly over the past few years, and...
Read
Can Vegans & Vegetarians Do Keto?
Can Vegans and Vegetarians Do Keto? UPDATED BY FRANZISKA SPRITZLER, RD, CDE, on May 6, 2024 It’s not an uncommon question: Can vegans and vegetarians...
Read
Do I Need to Take Supplements on a Keto Diet?
If you’re wondering whether you need to take supplements while starting or maintaining a keto lifestyle, we have good news. The ketogenic low-carb diet is...