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Marcus, M.Ed., CPT

The Keto Diet: What it is and What it is Like

The keto diet is a popular diet that is used for weight loss. It encourages people to eat foods low in carbs (particularly less starchy carbs) — understand that your fat intake will often be associated with the protein that you eat from your diet.




What foods are included in the keto diet? Protein, non-starchy Carbohydrates, and Fats


Tip: If all else fails with giving the keto diet a try...don't give up on healthy eating! Visit the USDA website, myplate.gov for an understanding on balanced eating.



What are the Proteins you can eat?

These following proteins are great ideas that you can enjoy due to their protein content, this also allows you to enjoy the healthy fats that are incorporated into the keto program. Fats help manage the hormones and enhance fullness from eating, this is called "satiety".



  • Lamb

  • Goat

  • Turkey

  • Lean Beef

  • Nuts & Seeds

  • Chicken

  • Tuna

  • Cod


What non-starchy Carbohydrates can you eat?

The following non-starchy carbohydrates are the foods that can make the keto diet what it is, low-carb. You can enjoy the keto program with an abundance of options! Fats help manage the hormones and enhance fullness from eating, this is called "satiety".



  • spinach

  • collard greens

  • bok choy

  • cabbage

  • romaine lettuce

  • asparagus

  • cucumbers

  • tomatoes

  • broccoli

  • onions

  • bell peppers

  • lettuce

  • spaghetti squash

  • celery


What are the foods containing fats you can eat?

There are quite a few fatty foods that can help keep you up to par with your keto diet You can enjoy the keto program with an abundance of options! Fats help manage your hormone levels and enhance fullness from eating, this is called "satiety". But eater BEWARE of your blood lipid levels, so stay in communication with your doctor about the diet plan best for you.

  • nuts including peanuts, pecans,

  • seeds

  • olives

  • avocados

  • olive oil

  • coconuts

  • remember that meats and fish contain some levels of fat lamb, chicken breast, salmon




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