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What is Intermittent Fasting, can it be combined with the Keto Diet?

08/12/22

Intermittent fasting (IF) is a form of dieting which allows you to control your eating hours. The most popular fasting strategy is time restricted fasts. There is a fasting period during which you cannot consume any calories, followed by an eating window of at least 8 hours (6 hours for beginners). For whole day fasts, […]

Important minerals and vitamins for your Keto Diet

05/12/22

In this article, we’ll highlight some micronutrients that you should include in your keto diet, and you’ll also find some keto friendly foods that contain them. Calcium and magnesium Recommended daily intake for a keto diet : 500 mg of magnesium and 1000 to 2000mg of calcium. Magnesium is needed for more than 300 cellular […]

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5 Super tips to lose weight!

30/11/22

The keto diet is helpful for rapid weight loss. However, there are some tips that you can use to help you lose weight whether you are on a keto diet or not. #Tip 1: Set a realistic goal Set yourself a concrete and achievable goal, be clear on how many kilos you are planning to […]

What is MCT oil?

07/12/22

When reading about the keto diet, you might have come across the term “MCT” often. But what is it exactly? It’s a form of healthy fat, which is essential for the keto metabolism. Remember that fats can be saturated or unsaturated, and they can be further classified into short-chain, medium-chain, and long-chain fatty acids. MCT […]

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How to make a keto chocolate spread?

09/01/23

Are you missing your favorite chocolate spread? Find out how to use pecan nuts, one of the top five keto friendly nuts, to make a small jar of your own homemade keto chocolate spread. You will need only 4 ingredients: Preparation steps: Read the full article of Go-keto here. Go-keto is an online boutique which offers […]

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Keto lifestyle and Proteins

10/01/23

Whether you’re on a keto diet or not, proteins are essential to maintain metabolic functions and the growth of your body’s tissues and organs. However, overeating proteins will lead to gluconeogenesis, a process which metabolizes unused or excess proteins into glucose. This can prevent you from reaching or maintaining ketosis. Your optimum protein requirements will […]

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How to make keto hummus?

12/01/23

Hummus is traditionally made with chickpeas. But remember that chickpeas contain about 61g of carbs per 100g. Keto dieters can still personalize this vegetarian Mediterranean dish by replacing the chickpeas with zucchini, a low carb alternative with only 3g of carbs per 100g. Here is how you can prepare your keto hummus: Ingredients you’ll need: […]

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Is ghee dairy free and vegan?

09/12/22

Ghee is produced from grass-fed butter which is derived from milk of grass-fed cows. Hence, it’s neither dairy free, nor vegan. However, ghee is suitable for people suffering from lactose intolerance. Let’s find out how! Ghee is made by heating clarified butter until all moisture evaporates. Foam will float at the surface during the heating […]

Pasta and rice substitutes for keto diet

21/12/22

As a keto dieter, you understand pasta and rice are too rich in carbs to be included in your diet. However, it’s only natural to crave Bolognese pasta or even a nice risotto to enjoy with your friends and family. Well, the good news is that you can still opt for keto friendly alternatives. Here […]

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What is a targeted Ketogenic diet?

20/12/22

A keto diet and exercises can complement each other. The energy required by your body will depend on the type of exercises you’re targeting. For example, aerobics or cardio exercises will use fats as their primary source of energy. Anaerobic, or high intensity exercises require fast acting carbs as a primary fuel source for your […]

Foods that suit a keto diet

18/11/22

To achieve nutritional ketosis, you should maintain a low intake of carbohydrates (less than 30 grams) daily. Knowing what to eat will help you succeed in your keto journey. #1 Low carb vegetables: opt for non-starchy vegetables like asparagus, lettuce, kale, olives, broccoli, tomatoes, spinach, peppers, cabbage, green beans, zucchini, eggplant, cucumber, and cauliflower. Cookvegetables […]

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