The Keto diet is a popular weight loss programme which forces the body to burn fats rather than carbohydrates which puts the body into a state of ketosis. Ketosis is a state that your body must be in when following the diet and this helps dieters to lose weight quickly. There are certain foods that slimmers should eat when following the plan.
Vegetables
Vegetables are an important part to maintaining a balanced diet and whilst a lot of vegetables are high in carbs, non-starchy veg are very low in calories.
Keto friendly vegetables including asparagus, avocado, broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, cucumber, kale, lettuce, tomatoes, courgette and spinach.
These foods are high in many nutrients including vitamin C and fibre which will help slimmers stay full for longer.
Cauliflower can also be used to mimic rice or mashed potato and courgette can be used to create noodles.
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Meat
Meat and poultry items are considered to be staple foods for those following the diet.
This is because they do not contain carbs and are high in fats.
Meat is also a great source of protein, an essential nutrient that slimmers must should into their daily diet.
Organic and grass-fed meat may be healthier but any type of meat is considered keto friendly. Those foods include bacon, beef, lamb and pork.
One large egg contains less than one gram of carbs and around six grams of protein, making them ideal for a ketogenic lifestyle.
They are also incredibly versatile, meaning you can cook them in several different ways so that meals stay interesting and tasty.
Eggs for breakfast have been shown to cause up to 65 percent greater weight loss over eight weeks, with some noticing results in just two weeks.
Berries
Berries like raspberries and blackberries are some of the best fruits for the keto diet.
They can satisfy a sweet tooth craving as well as being loaded with antioxidants to help reduce inflammation.
Fruit is also full of fibre, known to help slimmers stay fuller for longer and added to Greek yoghurt can create the perfect filling healthy breakfast option.
Blueberries can also help to regulate fat burning and storage and help to reduce abdominal fat.
However, blueberries should be consumed in small amounts because of their carbohydrate content.
