HOW TO KEEP KETO SIMPLE

Nov 15, 2018
A ketogenic diet might seem overwhelming if you’re just starting out, but don’t worry- i get it- i was there big time but trust me the more you learn, the easier it gets—and thankfully, it can actually be quite simple from there. Whether you’re on a budget or just feeling overwhelmed and need it simplified so you have success OR if you want to do more of a "keto-ish" diet/ " lazy keto", there are several ways that you can keep it simple on a keto diet!
 
First, let’s talk for a second about what eating keto really means.
 
Basics of the Keto Diet
The purpose of the ketogenic diet is to put the body into a state of ketosis: burning fat for energy rather than burning carbs. Ketosis is the sweet spot for the body. It can help you burn fat, drop weight, prevent brain fog, sleep better, and a host of other benefits!
 
In order to induce ketosis in the body, we must either 1) be starving so that the body turns to fat stores for energy or 2) be eating a strict diet that is high fat, moderate protein, low carb 3) drinking KETO MAX which puts you into ketosis in 30-60 minutes. ( I am a combo of eating a keto-ish diet and drinking exogenous ketones— that way I know I am getting all the benefits without all of the stress- I am serious going full keto stressed me out so I am so happy to find a happy place! I hope you will too!
 
 
Keeping it Simple on Keto
Good news: many people are drawn to the keto diet because it actually can be very simple once you get used to it. It might not feel that way at first, though, so below I listed some tips to help you rock it out!
 
Of course- give yourself grace, don't mistake good for perfect, have fun exploring new foods and embrace the process!! 
 
Take It in Steps
Being overwhelmed can be a nasty thing when it comes to progress. If you’re new to keto and trying to do everything at once, take a step back. While jumping all-in might work for some, most people do better with baby steps.
 
Just Eat Real Food (JERF)
When it comes down to it, keto is really all about eating simple, real foods.
Stick to these:
* Meats: chicken (whole, thigh, breast), pork (shoulder, belly, loin), steak (hanger, flank, sirloin, chuck, filet mignon, prime rib), high-quality sausage, ground/hamburger meats (pork, beef, turkey, lamb), roast beef, ham, bacon, duck
* Seafood: salmon, tuna, trout, tilapia, halibut, crab, lobster, swordfish, pollock, cod, oysters, shrimp
* Fats and oils: olive oil, coconut oil, flaxseed oil, avocados
* Dairy: heavy creams, grass-fed butters, hard cheeses, and eggs
* Nuts and nut butters (no added sugars or oils)
* Low-carb vegetables: leafy greens like kale, spinach, swiss chard, mustard greens, and lettuce, green beans, cabbage, celery, mushrooms, zucchini, asparagus, broccoli, eggplant
* Condiments: salt, pepper, sugar-free herbs and spices
 
Work on enjoying these real foods, and don’t worry about the other stuff!
 
And just make sure you’re avoiding everything on this list:
* All added sugars (be sure to check labels for hidden carbs.
* Breads, including whole grains varieties
* Traditional wheat and rice pastas
* All fruits (berries can be okay in very low amounts, but since we’re keeping it simple here, let’s go with just avoiding them)
* Rice, potatoes, beans, lentils, and all other starchy foods
 
Stock Your Fridge
Those “good” foods we just mentioned? Buy enough to stock your fridge with them so there’s always keto friendly foods ready to eat. This can help reduce overwhelm and also give you something to reach for if cravings hit.
Also, find anything non-keto in your pantry and fridge that could tempt you. If you’re worried about wasting food, donate it to a food bank or give it to a friend or family member. If you can’t eliminate these foods completely due to other people in your house not following the diet, do your best to keep foods you don’t eat separate from your keto foods.
 
Eat the Same Meals
Find a few different meals you like—and stick with them! There’s no rule saying we must make every meal Instagram worthy. In fact, it’s far easier to make something a habit if it doesn’t change too much daily. Don’t be afraid to have the same keto meals throughout the week. Sounds boring but it's easier and when you make awesome recipes you actually get excited to eat it again and again! :) 
 
Make it easier on yourself!
For example:
* Breakfast could be: eggs cooked in coconut or avocado oil with turkey sausage or eggs with bacon and avocado. That’s one of my favs!
* Lunch could be: a keto chili with a leafy green salad.
* Dinner could be: steak or crispy salmon with cauliflower rice, a salad, or side of low-carb cooked greens.
 
Consider Intermittent Fasting
Some people find that combining intermittent fasting can be helpful because it allows them to only eat within a certain timeframe and often skip a meal (usually breakfast). If this helps you stick with the diet more and think less about it, go for it! I love it and recommend it! It might sound hard at first but once you do it you will notice so many awesome benefits and that we as humans really don't need so many meals a day!
 
Prep Ahead
Once you’ve found some easy keto meals you enjoy, another way to simplify things is by pre-preparing. Many people find it helpful to use Sunday (or whatever day you have a little extra time) as a prep day to cook meals for the week. Make enough to last the week, if possible.
Having meals already made and ready to eat helps reduce the need to make choices about what to eat when you’re busy working and doing life during the weekdays. Simple and straightforward.
 
To sum it up...
To really get good results on the keto diet, you do have to stick to the “rules” pretty closely. It’s different from other diets in that “cheating” means you’ll likely be kicked out of ketosis, which is the whole point of eating this way. And another BIG REASON I supplement and DRINK KETONES daily- our bodies and brains THRIVE in ketosis and this "biohack" makes it happen even if I go over my carbs!! Win Win! 
 
That being said, don’t beat yourself up if it seems like a lot. So keep it simple- maybe do a “keto-ish” diet so you don’t feel freaked out then quit! That is the beauty of drinking keto/os each day- I am not worried about my eating schedule and strictness to get me into ketosis- it is happening with my daily exogenous ketones! Also take a little time to do little things like food prep to set yourself up for success, and know that mistakes happen for us to learn from them—and get that by eating better and drinking ketones we can all become fat burning machines so we live, feel and we are BETTER!
 
Got questions? Holler at me! I am here to help & support you along your journey to BETTER! 
 
xo- Your keto girl, Molly 
 

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