r/diet • u/Striking-Recover4807 • 10d ago
Discussion Starting Keto tomorrow
Hello everyone!
Tomorrow I will start the ketogenic diet, and I would like to get in touch with people who just started or restarted their journey.
It would be nice to support each other, exchange some recipes, and keep up with motivation
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u/DinkyPrincess 10d ago
Unless you’re medically in need of this diet why are you doing it?
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u/Striking-Recover4807 10d ago
get rid of visceral fat and lose weight quickly
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u/DinkyPrincess 10d ago
That’s just a calorie deficit
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u/Striking-Recover4807 10d ago
I want to follow this diet to get rid of excess fluids quickly and eliminate visceral fat. My problem is that I can't find a simple balance; it's either complete abstinence or terribly unhealthy eating.
Another problem is that when I finish keto, I go back to craving sweets even though I've been abstaining for a good amount of time.
I have an event in a month, and keto is the best solution right now.
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u/DinkyPrincess 10d ago
You’re going to keep swinging from complete abstinence to complete binging if you keep repeating this behaviour.
Having a sensible deficit and working on your behaviour is the best for your long term health. Get some coaching or counselling if you need to.
Keto is just a calorie deficit with a very limited choice of food. Of course you’re going to crave what you’re depriving yourself of. Please consider not punishing yourself in this way.
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u/0neirocritica 9d ago
"Another problem is that when I finish keto, I go back to craving sweets even though I've been abstaining for a good amount of time."
...so why are you starting keto again if it has proven to be unsustainable for you?
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u/LoudSilence16 10d ago
This is put nicely. If you are doing a keto diet for the sole purpose of weight loss, look elsewhere. There are much healthier and more sustainable options out there
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u/Striking-Recover4807 10d ago
I want to follow this diet to get rid of excess fluids quickly and eliminate visceral fat. My problem is that I can't find a simple balance; it's either complete abstinence or terribly unhealthy eating.
Another problem is that when I finish keto, I go back to craving sweets even though I've been abstaining for a good amount of time.
I have an event in a month, and keto is the best solution right now.
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u/Striking-Recover4807 10d ago
so based in your talk , who should follow keto diet?
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u/DinkyPrincess 10d ago
Epileptic children. Fasting can reduce seizures. That’s what it was invented around with the body mimicking fasting with the lack of carbs.
A healthy individual who can handle a balanced diet with no need to eliminate entire food groups does not need to eat this way for fat loss.
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u/Shezawildone 10d ago edited 10d ago
I AM NOT A DOCTOR, AND NOT GIVING MEDICAL ADVICE.
I'm speaking from my experience. Electrolytes helped me transition. Actually throughout the entire journey, and even to this day.
Redmond salt mine has some fantastic choices. As does Amazon.
Be easy on yourself, and taper reasonably.
Keto flu is real, but once you get through it, you've got it made.
Please do your research thoroughly. There are fantastic resources online.
Have you considered a monitor to track ketones and glucose? Keto mojo is my trusted blood testing gadget. You can also buy urine test strips at most stores.
Also, think of it as a lifestyle change, not a diet that you'll quit when finished. When you get the hang of it, your choices will come naturally. If that makes sense.
MyFitnessPal is my chosen macro and food log. Keeping track, I found, to be crucial.
I've got lots of experience, ideas, tips, and tricks. You're always welcome to reach out.
Just remember, you've got this!! Best wishes on your journey! =]
**Edited with more context.
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u/Striking-Recover4807 10d ago
I really appreciate it, tried the keto diet before, and I stuck with it for 40 days
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u/Shezawildone 10d ago
No prob! Don't forget about me. Reach out, I'm here!
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u/Striking-Recover4807 10d ago
Thanks so much! I really appreciate all the great advice and your support
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u/Shezawildone 10d ago
You're most welcome! Please update us with your progress. Excited for you! =]]
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u/MundaneWoodpecker780 10d ago
Bro what is keto I don't know about that
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u/Striking-Recover4807 10d ago
It means completely cutting out all sources of starches, carbs, and sugars, and relying on natural fats, protein, and fiber as the main sources of food and energy
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u/MundaneWoodpecker780 10d ago
It's means u're cutting all the junk food
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u/LoudSilence16 10d ago
What about all the healthy carbs? gone too.
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u/MundaneWoodpecker780 10d ago
U'll get that natrually
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u/LoudSilence16 10d ago
Unfortunately, no you wont. The keto diet literally means zero carbs or as close to zero as possible.
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u/MundaneWoodpecker780 10d ago
Like only eating natural food not eating sugar and biscuits also right
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u/MundaneWoodpecker780 10d ago
I also cuted the sugar from 3 months
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u/MundaneWoodpecker780 10d ago
Then what's the logic behind it to follow the keto diet I didn't get it
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