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4 Layman Keto Diet for Weight Loss Tips

Have you ever attempted to switch diets with any of your family members? Can you lose weight just by changing my diet? If you've switched diets before how did it go? Did you lose any weight within say 24 hours? If for example you are a vegetarian, how can you lose weight by changing your diet? Can you lose weight on a whole foods diet? If you have not dieted before do you know what happens to your body when you start dieting? Today we look at how to switch diets with a family member and the results in weight loss. Stay tuned.

Marj Allsworth by Marj Allsworth
September 21, 2019
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Keto diet for weight loss

Understanding the keto diet for weight loss in the most simple terms

Keto diet for weight loss
Understanding the keto diet for weight loss in the most simple terms

Table of Contents

  • The Keto Diet for Weight Loss in the Most Simple Terms
  • How to Obtain the State of Ketosis When on Keto Diet for Weight Loss
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    • Keto Diarrhea – Causes, Treatment and Prevention
    • What Is The Metabolic Diet? How Does It Work?
  • The Bad Foods to Avoid on the Keto Diet for Weight Loss
  • The Good Foods on the Keto Food List
  • The Macronutrient Ratio
  • The Reality of Keto Diet for Weight Loss
  • The Keto Diet for Weight Loss and Muscle Gain

The Keto Diet for Weight Loss in the Most Simple Terms

Unless you’re living under a rock, by now almost everyone has heard about or even tried the ketogenic diet for one reason or another. This low-carb way of eating is getting all the glory for many pounds shed as of late, even though it’s been around for quite some time. How do you use the keto diet for weight loss that is safe in both the short and long term? Originally thought of as only a way of eating for children with epilepsy it has grown in the last decade or so into quite a phenomenon. It is very popular simply because it works.

In the simplest of terms the keto diet is a low-carb style of eating causing the body to shift into a state of ketosis. By limiting carbs, the body has to look for another efficient fuel source. The objective in the keto diet is to switch from using glucose as fuel and move over to ketones, the metabolic fuel produced when your body is burning fat.

Ketones are produced in the liver by the breakdown of fat cells. Essentially, the body is burning fat for fuel in ketosis. The human body is very brilliant and when given the right tools, can run like a well-oiled machine!

How to Obtain the State of Ketosis When on Keto Diet for Weight Loss

Keto diet for weight loss - how to get into ketosisThe metabolic state of ketosis is achieved by maintaining a daily carbohydrate intake under 25g. It’s actually very simple. It only takes 24-48 hours of low-carb eating to shift the body naturally into ketosis.

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What Is The Metabolic Diet? How Does It Work?

Every nutrition store has a variety of ketone-enriched supplements to push the body into ketosis faster, but for the average person using ketosis as a weight loss plan, it’s not really necessary and quite frankly, a waste of money.

There are also keto-strips to dip in urine, similar to what the nurse uses when running a urinalysis, but these have thus far been highly inaccurate and are again, unnecessary. The body gives signals when it’s first in ketosis. How do you get to know this?

Here are a few:

  • Strong smelling urine
  • Bad breath (acetone)
  • Short-term fatigue and/or flu symptoms
  • Appetite suppression
  • Weight loss!

By allowing the body to enter ketosis naturally, without enhancements, one knows exactly what’s going in and coming out. Speaking of which, sometimes what’s coming out (at first) isn’t very regular.

Keep in mind, more of what’s being ingested is being utilized by the body now so there’s less to evacuate. If the frequency gets concerning, please contact a primary care provider for advice.

The Bad Foods to Avoid on the Keto Diet for Weight Loss

Keto diet for weight loss - good food listIt’s not a long list, like many probably fear. You probably may be concerned too. In fact, the guidelines are simple.

Steer clear of these food groups:

  • Sugar
  • Starchy foods
  • Grains
  • Trans Fats
  • Fruit
  • Low-fat products

The biggest key to being successful with the keto diet for weight loss is in taking on a more natural approach to eating. The more “real” the food, the better for you. A good habit to form is reading ingredient labels. Many items labeled “Diet” or “Low-fat” or “Heart Healthy” are riddled with sugars and carbs.

The Good Foods on the Keto Food List

Keto diet for weight loss - good food listThis is the best part of the ketogenic diet! Below is a list of categories and a brief explanation of each:

  • Protein. The best of the best is organic, pasture raised and grass-fed.
  • Veggies. Lean on leafy greens and veggies grown above ground. Underground veggies are typically high in carbs. Fresh or frozen, it doesn’t matter.
  • Dairy. Full-fat dairy items.
  • Fats & Oils. Always opt for a natural fat source. When necessary for cooking choose coconut, butter or olive oil.
  • Nuts and Seeds. Fatty nuts like macadamias and almonds are great in moderation.
  • Beverages. Water. If flavoring is needed use real fruit juices or flavorings using Stevia as the sweetener.

The Macronutrient Ratio

Calculating the individual macronutrient ratio is based on current weight, health history and weight loss goals for that person. Macronutrients are carbohydrates, proteins and fats. Since the carb count is less than 25 grams daily, it should equal to no more than 5% of daily macronutrient intake. The diagram below might help.

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Keto diet for weight loss
The ketogenic diet is high fat, low protein and low carb diet.

There are a number of calculators available online to assist in calculating macros. Seeking the advice of a professional, like a certified nutritionist, is optimal but not an option for some.

An individual macro ratio might be 5% calories from carbs, 55% calories from fats and 40% calories from protein. Depending on the caloric needs and weight loss goals, the actual grams of each macro will fluctuate. That is, except the carbs. It will always be under 25 grams daily and some even go as low as 20 grams.

This description doesn’t exactly fit the diagrammatical representation of macros distribution on the keto diet. This means that you should not have to follow this verbatim. Essentially, your diet should be high in good fat, low in protein and carbs.

The Reality of Keto Diet for Weight Loss

Yes, cutting back drastically on carbs for a hardcore bread and pasta eater is going to be a challenge. If this is a description of you, don’t despair. The good news is for most people, the carb cravings fade away within the first couple of weeks of getting on the ketogenic diet.

And of course, the weight loss will be a driving force in continuing with the new way of eating. And that’s exactly what the keto diet is: a new way of eating.

This isn’t for yo-yo dieters or those just wanting to lose a couple pounds by next week and get back to their ‘normal eating ways’. The keto diet is a lifestyle change. And is definitely a change for the better!

The Keto Diet for Weight Loss and Muscle Gain

Keto diet for weight loss and muscle gain
You can still build muscle whilst on keto

If you’re a bodybuilder or want to build muscle and bulk up, it’s natural to think that this high fat, low card and low protein diet might not be for you. After all most times when you hear of keto, it’s usually associated with weight loss and not very much about getting ripped. However, let’s bust this fear and find out if we can gain muscle on a low-carb diet.

It’s scientifically proven that the ketogenic diet for weight loss burns fat during the process of ketosis and therefore the metabolic source of fuel is not carbs. The whole process of ketosis will continue to fat and does not touch your protein tissues. This leads to optimal protein use in maintaining your muscle mass. So you do not need to despair. Although I’m yet to research into this but I have heard a few reports that the keto diet helps in building muscle mass. That makes complete sense to me.

In conclusion, if you’re looking to start the ketogenic diet, we believe you have had enough info here and are ready to get into. Check out some of articles that list the food groups and lists you need to follow to get started.

If you have any additional questions, comments or recommendations, feel free to use the space below this article to get in touch with us. We will get back to you soonest.

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