Although the adverse effects related to the ketogenic diet are generally less serve than those of anticonvulsant medications used to treat epilepsy, individuals following the diet may experience a number of undesirable effects. Short-Term Side Effects There are several short-term side effects that are most evident at the beginning of therapy, particularly when patients commence…
There’s no question that the ketogenic diet is generating lots of buzz (just search for #keto on Instagram; you’ll see nearly 4 million entries). Put simply, a well-designed keto diet is a sustainable eating plan that helps people free themselves from carbohydrate dependency. If you’re left wondering, “What about vegetables and fruit—aren’t they carbs?,” you’re…
What is it? The ketogenic or “keto” diet is a low-carbohydrate, fat-rich eating plan that has been used for centuries to treat specific medical conditions. In the 19th century, the ketogenic diet was commonly used to help control diabetes. In 1920 it was introduced as an effective treatment for epilepsy in children in whom medication was…
The Ready-to-Eat Healthy Keto Snack List There are hundreds, if not thousands, of keto snack recipes available for you to try — but sometimes life gets in the way. What are you supposed to do if you don’t have time to prep your meals and snacks? Before you give in and grab an unhealthy snack, try something…
What is it? The ketogenic or “keto” diet is a low-carbohydrate, fat-rich eating plan that has been used for centuries to treat specific medical conditions. In the 19th century, the ketogenic diet was commonly used to help control diabetes. In 1920 it was introduced as an effective treatment for epilepsy in children in whom medication was…
If fast weight loss while consuming nearly unlimited amounts of fat sounds too good to be true, “think again,” keto diet devotees say. Followers of the trendy high-fat, low-carb meal plan swear it clears the brain while lowering the number on the scale. Although long-term health effects of the diet, which requires roughly 80% of your…
LOW CARB & KETO DIET PLAN: HOW TO START A LOW CARB DIET Welcome to the Ultimate Guide to a Low Carb & Keto Diet Plan! If you are new to Wholesome Yum, or new to low carb or keto diets, you’ve come to the right place. This guide will show you everything you need…
Ketogenic diet: Is the ultimate low-carb diet good for you? The keto diet is short for “ketogenic diet.” It’s a high-fat diet that has the potential to turn your body into a fat-burning machine. The keto diet changes the way your body converts food into energy. Normally, your body turns carbohydrates (think bread and pasta)…
Why do I feel so tired or twitchy after being in ketosis? A couple of things may be going on here that are relatively easy to address. Here’s a list of common causes of fatigue and twitchiness after being in ketosis for a while: Mild dehydration. Ketones act as a diuretic causing you to excrete more…
Complete Keto Diet Food List: What You Can and Cannot Eat If You’re on a Ketogenic Diet The ketogenic diet is a high-fat, moderate-protein and very low-carbohydrate diet. Carbohydrates are the body’s preferred source of energy, but on a strict ketogenic diet, less than 5 percent of energy intake is from carbohydrates. The reduction of…