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7 reasons why most people fail on the Keto Diet

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    Test
    11 Sep, 2023 at 11:40 am

    Test

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    Renee Gorman
    2 Dec, 2021 at 1:24 am

    What is a coleslaw pack??

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    Dorothy Taylor
    2 Oct, 2021 at 5:43 pm

    Hey found a amazing chocolate chip cookies recipe that is keto friendly and sugar free. I used the recipe given for tollhouse cookies. I substituted almond flour for all-purpose flour, Swerve granulated for sugar, Swerve brown for brown sugar,all what was required for the recipe. Because I used almond flour I added an extra egg. For the chocolate chip instead of the toll house...

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    Lettie Zwolinski
    19 Sep, 2021 at 3:58 am

    I’ve lost 58 pounds since March 8th, 2021!!! Went from 204 and am now 146!!! I eat low carb , not complete Keto. I’ve swapped all our food to 100% grass fed meats, dairy, eggs etc… I make delicious chocolate chia seed pudding, avocado pudding, zucchini ( apple) crisp! Sugar free chocolate chip cookies with almond flour!! I cook with olive oil, avocado oil,...

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    Mike
    1 Sep, 2021 at 8:52 pm

    Wow, really great read!

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    FD
    28 Aug, 2021 at 11:09 pm

    Eventually , after five months on Keto I have lost 33 kg , totally I have been changed what a great felling when you drop all old clothes and enjoy wearing fit ones .The most important thing guys that I have quit my blood pressure medicines . Just my advice to who is interested on Keto go a head and look forward for such...

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    Linda
    25 Aug, 2021 at 5:55 pm

    Try Milk Thistle Extract for your triglycerides. They clean out your liver and gall bladder, etc. Red Yeast Rice will help with cholesterol but you can't take it forever. So take a month off every once in a while.

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    Tanja
    23 Aug, 2021 at 6:45 pm

    Ghee is clarified butter. You can buy it, but also make it yourself: very very slowly (not in the microwave) melt a chunk of butter in a saucepan. When it is liquid you will see white droplets in the bottom of the pan, this is the residue from the creaming process. Pour the ghee carefully into a jar and discard the remaining residue.

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    Lou Ann
    18 Aug, 2021 at 12:32 pm

    Hi Lou Ann it's rare to find someone who spells their name the same as I . I also have RA, would you mind sharing what you did to start feeling better?

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    Bobbie LeBray
    18 Jul, 2021 at 5:59 am

    I started the keto diet about 10 weeks ago losing 32 pounds. I only had minamal information and now learning more. How do we know when we are in ketosis? I don't eat much so I don't think I'm in ketosis. I monitor my blood sugar with my continuous glucose sensor. Never thought I could go off sugar. I've craved carbs so bad that...

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    Del MacPherson
    13 Jul, 2021 at 4:23 am

    My wife has been successful doing Keto for over 3 years, and has lost over 150 lb,reversed her type 2 diabetes. My wife is a LCHF nutrition advisor and keto coach, was hundreds of hours a research and courses to back up what she has to help her clients In 2012 I had a heart attack, I've now been doing keto for two years...

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    ESSIS GNAGNE MICHEL
    11 Jul, 2021 at 9:21 pm

    I am very happy with this

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    ESSIS GNAGNE MICHEL
    11 Jul, 2021 at 9:20 pm

    I am very happy

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    Penny Rozon
    9 Jul, 2021 at 2:18 pm

    How do I get the ketone drinks . I went way off my diet yesterday because I choose to eat chinese

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    TREV
    1 Jul, 2021 at 11:37 pm

    I began keto July 10, 2017 weighing 407.6 lbs, an A1C of over 13, HBP, neuropathy in the feet & legs, felt like i was losing my eyesight, and fatty liver disease. In the first year and a half i lost around 200 lbs., A1C was down to 5.2, no more HBP, fatty liver fisease or neuropathy. My eyesight is back to normal as...

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    Elizabeth Kendall
    20 Jun, 2021 at 12:35 am

    Very interesting reading comments . Realised I have been doing keto wrong

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    AAJefferson
    16 Jun, 2021 at 4:23 pm

    This has been so helpful reading your comments. I have every book and cookbook but feel overwhelmed with information. These comments have made me feel hopeful, I can do this, Starting today. AJ

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    Doug Koehler
    11 Jun, 2021 at 3:41 pm

    I've been doing this since 1996. First I just did the Atkins, but when I added fat I had some moderate success with one caveat; I cannot eat carbs. No matter what this guy tells you, there are people like myself that immediately fall out of Ketosis if we eat only 10 carbs per day. Now you try to live on a diet with...

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    Asia Boghosian
    6 May, 2021 at 9:45 pm

    Been in KETO and IF for less than 4 months and lost 30 lb so far, so happy for my new body, never go back to the bad eating habits.

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    Dorothy Picciano
    18 Mar, 2021 at 1:09 pm

    I know alcohol is a big no no, but has anyone on the keto diet allowed vodka and seltzer, say on the weekends, when we all like to have some social fun? Or going out to dinner etc?

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    Candace Hochhalter
    12 Mar, 2021 at 5:21 pm

    I have been eating this way since February 2019. My main goal was to get off blood pressure meds. I told myself I was going to give it 60 days minimum. After 3 weeks, I felt like a million bucks!! I lost 45 lbs total and haven’t looked back. I will be 66 years old in a couple weeks, and will not go back...

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    John Hawkes
    12 Mar, 2021 at 3:00 pm

    I drink Pedialyte from the grocery infant section. Keeps my electrolytes in check. Even helped to reduce my nightly restless leg,, neuropathy and hand cramps.

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    John Hawkes
    12 Mar, 2021 at 2:53 pm

    Primal Kitchen makes many salad dressings, ketchup.... with the fat/carb ratios perfect for keto. And best yet they user Avocado oil rather than the other cheap oils.

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    Melissa Tillbrook
    12 Mar, 2021 at 12:35 am

    Don’t drink those shakes. They are garbage. Also your arthritis will get better the more you do keto. Look into Maria Emmerich’s keto cleanse cook book. Or keep it simple and eat meat and vegetables. Use healthy fats and stay 20 total carbs a day.

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    Marissa Lynn
    11 Mar, 2021 at 2:13 pm

    Thats how i do it lost 6 lbs first week

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    Larry L Larson
    10 Mar, 2021 at 3:44 am

    I am 66. weigh in Feb 1. 330 pounds. I have been over 300 for over 15 years. I decided time to lose for good. I started by watching many, many YOU TUBE videos on intermittent fasting and keto eating. After 1 week I decided to start. Fasting 16/8 first week. Went to 18/6. No sugar, as few carb as I could find. Watching...

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      lenda
      16 Jun, 2021 at 5:06 am

      wow it seems you are on a roll . Good for you and best of luck

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    Lin Barankovich
    10 Mar, 2021 at 3:27 am

    ShopRite carries Shirataki noodles.

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    Decire Guaba Boitnott
    9 Mar, 2021 at 8:45 pm

    Hi I would love infoon how u started. I suffer from Fibromialgya. Always in pain

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    Christina
    9 Mar, 2021 at 6:19 pm

    Amazon - miracle noodles. Rinse really really well.

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    Lori Waller
    9 Mar, 2021 at 2:22 pm

    I get mine at Walmart and other grocers in the area. They are usually in the refrigerated produce section.

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    Phil
    8 Mar, 2021 at 9:52 pm

    I suggest intermediate fasting with it. Every time I stall, I start cycles of this/ with intense walking. The biggest of the 7 here is watching your macros. Too much protein will kick you out of ketosis. If you thinking you having too much protein you prob are. Eating fats just doesn’t seem natural but that is what you need to increase not the...

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    Donna Canterbery
    8 Mar, 2021 at 6:24 pm

    Atkins frozen dinners

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    Elaine Taylor
    8 Mar, 2021 at 4:38 pm

    I have lost 20 pounds on Keto diet in the past. Kept it off 2 years. During isolation gained it all plus some back. Been on it a month, do, IF, only eat 1 keto meal a day (usually). after reading these, I think I eat too much meat and too many calories. I have just ordered Keto pills. Do they help? Also, having...

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    Lisa Glidewell
    8 Mar, 2021 at 6:50 am

    Thanks everyone for the info and comments, I started keto in 2019 and went from 198 down to my lowest of 168 I’m at 173 now and goal weight of 145 I’ve been doing sloppy keto but this info has helped me figure out some things and going back to intermittent fasting sounds like where I need to be and upping my water intake...

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    Shannon
    7 Mar, 2021 at 8:34 pm

    Hi, If you “cheat” one day from what your macros/carbs/calorie intake will take you about 18 hours to get back into ketosis. Make sure you know what “stage” you are on too. You’ll start at a certain number of carbs, -then after you go to a certain point then recalculate your figures. It is definitely not Atkins. You will do great!

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    gvines
    7 Mar, 2021 at 2:25 pm

    Add a boullion cube in 8oz of hot water and sip. Add it to your daily as a snack. Cures the Keto flu, breaks down protein and gets rid of headaches. It helped me tremendously. I dropped 52 pounds in 7 months!

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    Anneke Betts
    6 Mar, 2021 at 6:38 pm

    You know that product EmergenC??? There is one of that brand Electrolytes....you put a package into your water...and drink it.....probably healthier then the ones already made from the store....which might have hidden sugars in it....not sure tho....also the VEGA brand...has separate Electrolyte packages......

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    Kevin k
    5 Mar, 2021 at 3:24 pm

    Here’s a little interesting take. I’ve been on keto diet for a month I’ve lost maybe 5-10 pounds. I haven’t exercised, mainly cause it’s complicated to go to the gym during covid. My only advice is beware and be careful with sugar substitutes. Erithritol or sugar alcohol is far more damaging to your intestines than you might thing. You’re better of staying fat than...

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    Michelle
    4 Mar, 2021 at 5:55 am

    It takes time at least 30 days to go full ketosis then after that it’s about 1 to 2 PDS per week then you plateaus and have to do intense working out to burn the fat

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    Diane Jessup
    4 Mar, 2021 at 5:00 am

    I notice a LOT of comments about lacking iron, lacking vitamin B, etc etc. So, are you not supposed to take vitamins or mineral pills on keto?

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    pr0ces
    3 Mar, 2021 at 7:05 am

    In the morning drink glass of hot lemonade witha a pinch of see salt. Also take Mg and K and if you still feel weak take a 3x glass of water with 1 tea spoon of see salt. You need to take more Na so you dont feel weak.

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    Trisha
    27 Feb, 2021 at 5:56 pm

    I have been on the Keto diet for 6 days. And,I’ve lost 12 pounds. That averages to 2 pounds a day. Ive been eating salads with deli meats, or grilled chicken,fresh spinach, lettuce, tomatoes,cucumbers,cheese, bell peppers with Italian dressing. I’ve also bought the frozen Adkins dinners. They have less carbs and calories than anything else out there. For breakfast I’m eating a two egg...

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      Donna Norton
      12 Jun, 2021 at 5:25 pm

      Good luck with your cooking! Try making Stuffed Peppers with riced cauliflower instead of regular rice. Use yellow onion instead of white. Use a sugar free tomato paste or sauce for topping. Made these last night and they were fantastic ---could barely tell the difference!

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      Mary
      8 Jun, 2021 at 11:17 pm

      Thanks for cutting it down into a doable diet. It was getting scary.

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    Katrina
    26 Feb, 2021 at 11:24 am

    I use biosteel electrolytes ordered from amazon. Also Pruvit Ketones are amazing! I drink the ketones and then electrolytes and a ton of water. I have lowered my carbs drastically. Usually get a run on the treadmill or a good walk (hills) each day and some hand weight training every other day. In 1 month I’m down 8 pounds but even better is that...

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    Ruth Hazel
    19 Feb, 2021 at 5:46 pm

    Thank to all for such great information! I thought I knew all about keto; now I realize I did not! So I’m going back in with renewed knowledge!! Aloha :)

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    Deborah
    18 Feb, 2021 at 6:40 pm

    Be sure and exercise 30 minutes per day, whether it is a walk or stationary bike or Yoga. The workout will help drop the pounds. You should lose weight (maybe 2 lbs per week) if you move your body every day. I feel better with fewer carbs, too. But, when you are over 50 years of age, it is harder to lose weight quickly.

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    Yuno
    18 Feb, 2021 at 12:24 pm

    Rule of keto No sugar No carbs Full good and healthy protein and veggies I lost 7 pounds in one week

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      Jasonpound
      8 Mar, 2021 at 12:02 pm

      Watch out for booze! No carbs in clear liquor vodka, gin, but calories! Your body will always eat them first! Way before stored fat. You can stay in ketosis but drinking too much puts a pause button on weight loss

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      Debbie
      5 Mar, 2021 at 10:08 am

      Am confused...no carbs >>???

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        Claudia
        10 Jun, 2021 at 7:57 pm

        Keto is <20 carbs a day. Low carb is <50. I aim for <20 and don't beat myself up if I go slightly over.

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      loree keister
      4 Mar, 2021 at 11:59 pm

      im 61. i lost 28 lbs since last feb. i read everything so i can stay under 50 carbs daily. i eat plenty of food. i dont feel hungry. i love pork rinds but they r zero carbs. i found salt and vinegar ones they are my go too. we use low carb tortillas. instead of white bread we do rye some times or...

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    Diannah
    17 Feb, 2021 at 9:25 pm

    LMNT is an electrolyte powder that can be bought over the internet, try that. Track your macros. If you are wanting to lose and not, cut out nuts and dairy those carbs add up super fast and many are sensitive to them (without being allergic) and they will stop weight loss and add to inflammation. Stick to Whole Foods - meats, eggs, leafy veggies...

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    Helena Case
    15 Feb, 2021 at 11:53 pm

    I’ve been very successful on keto. I started my new eating lifestyle on 1/2/20 at 185 lbs! By July I had lost 60 lbs. I’m comfortably 127 lbs currently, and I’ve been maintaining since July 2020. I’d love to share my before and after photos with you, but this commenting box doesn’t allow for an attachment! Thank you

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      Karen T
      14 Jun, 2021 at 11:07 pm

      Wow. That is awesome Helena! I'm also 185 lbs but crave sweets in the evening. What snacks do you suggest that should always keep handy. I only had carb filled snacks for the kids.

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    Kristen
    15 Feb, 2021 at 8:23 am

    I lost 55lbs in less than 7months. I didn’t count macros and realized when the weight was coming off very slowly that it was because I was consuming too many calories and carbs(mostly from nuts and cheese). I didn’t set out to eat a ketogenic diet. I did a 60hour cleanse, which was entirely brutal, for better health and to kick off some weight...

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    Jill
    2 Feb, 2021 at 1:27 pm

    Hormone imbalance, especially for women over 50 , can make losing weight difficult. Have a blood panel done to see if anything is out of wack. If all is good, keep going! You can lose, it just make take you longer. Up your water intake and lower your food intake a little at a time. Say no to seconds, leave a couple bites of...

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      Sandy Heise
      17 Feb, 2021 at 9:59 pm

      I agree. I have been add it for about a year, and it is slowly coming off. Finally reached a 23lb loss. I look at it this way, my weight didn't show up over night, so it won't disappear over night either. Stick to it...you can do it!

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    Dee
    22 Jan, 2021 at 1:23 pm

    Walmart(and probably other grocery stores) sell bottled water containing electrolytes.

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      pr0ces
      3 Mar, 2021 at 7:08 am

      You need too take care with bottled water containing electrolytes. Offten there are too much carbs in it (sugar). Look for a chart on the lable.

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    Thyroidstruggle
    20 Jan, 2021 at 5:32 pm

    I've struggled for years and still do intermittent keto/low carb lifestyle. I have hypothyroidism so my weight doesn't come off as quickly as everyone else's BUT I finally figured out that even though I was supposed to be eating 1600 calories a day it was too much for me. It just made me maintain. I figured it out by having a Samsung gear watch...

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      Lola Rabern
      23 Jun, 2021 at 3:09 pm

      I am severely Hypothyroid, Levothyroxin 25 yrs, Hashimoto Disease. I walk 3 - 5 miles a day 6x a week. B- eat small small Oikus yogurt/blueberries, L- spinach salad EEO/chicken 3 oz and D-fish or chicken, salad or roasted veggies. I do not lose. I have heart disease, C-Pap, and dr forbids Keto. Need to lose 30 lbs. if I had not been careful...

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    Annessa Eason
    18 Jan, 2021 at 9:30 pm

    I read if you don’t add enough salt and/or electrolytes when on Keto you can get really tired and feel terrible - Keto flu! In a ‘ normal ‘ diet there is a lot of salt in breads, pastas and processed food, try more salt, especially if you are getting leg cramps ( but don’t pile it on, salt is an additive, not the...

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    Annessa Eason
    18 Jan, 2021 at 9:21 pm

    You have to take the calories into account as well. I wasn’t losing as much as I thought I would until I read an article about the calories in the butter/nuts/fat/meat. Started eating more veggies and salad (which I hated until I added a small handful of pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds and crushed nuts sautéed in butter, yum!) cut down on the meat as...

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    Holly
    18 Jan, 2021 at 5:26 pm

    I am almost 64 and started a KETO diet just over2 months ago. I have lost almost 15 lbs. Other " diets " didn't work but I have finally found something that is giving me the results I am looking for. I don't feel hungry and am finding great variety in what I can make. I have stocked my freezer with pre made meals...

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    Lisa
    17 Jan, 2021 at 3:11 pm

    Take out of your diet, sugar and rice potatoes bread. Eat fruits nuts oats ( gluten free grains) (salad with lynch and dinner) vegetables lunch and dinner. Make soups ( bake instead if fry) 20 % meat or fish. Do 30 minutes cardio daily biking eliptical. Include high repetition light weights. Get ankle weights. There is examples of ankle weight exercises on internet. Drink plenty of water.

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    John Brubaker
    16 Jan, 2021 at 11:27 pm

    Fight through it. It’s worth it. Soon you won’t even be hungry

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    Mandy
    16 Jan, 2021 at 6:09 am

    While exercise is good for you and all, I been at keto for 3 years and lost 140 lbs on diet alone, I’m no couch potato, but I don’t work out. I have maintained and am 40 lbs from goal.

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      G A
      22 Feb, 2021 at 4:54 am

      Amazon has otbin powder just order some 2 weeks ago lemon flavor.

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    Kristen Eddins
    14 Jan, 2021 at 3:20 pm

    Smart bun sandwiches, tuna salad with zero calorie Mayo, shirataki noodles, light Alfredo sauce and spaghetti squash, light Caesar dressing, bolthouse cilantro avocado dressing, spinach and pepper salad and keto cabbage soup. That is what I’ve been eating everyday for a couple of weeks while doing intermittent fasting 8:16. It’s tough but when you see the weight fall off you get motivated to do...

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      Gladys St John
      12 Mar, 2021 at 4:22 pm

      Kroger’s, Walmart, under the organic vegetables

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      Jessica Clark
      10 Mar, 2021 at 5:24 am

      It all looks good but drop the light stuff eat the full fat try avacado mayo or olive oil one go with full fat ranch high fat low carb high fiber eat your fats and you with burn faster

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      Maxine
      1 Mar, 2021 at 8:52 pm

      Where to find zero calories Mayo?

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      Cathy
      28 Feb, 2021 at 3:38 pm

      Zero calorie Mayo and light dressing? Have you read those ingredient labels? Not good on keto. You need full fat Mayo, dressing, as long as they have no sugar. Eat like our grandparents did (before 1970), before sugar was added as a shelf life ingredient and margarine was marketed as “healthier” than butter. It’s one chemical bond short of plastic.

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      Kassi Ramsey
      18 Feb, 2021 at 5:02 pm

      Hi there! Curious as to why you are eating light dressing and light Alfredo sauce. Wouldn’t you want the full fat version? All this stuff can get confusing so I wonder if I’m missing something. A lot of times the light version of things are filled with more sugar. Any info is appreciated. Thank you!

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        C. Rowland
        9 Mar, 2021 at 3:45 am

        It’s about the balance of carbs, fat, protein, and calories. I will often grab the Bolthouse versions of cilantro dressing or bleu cheese dressing because it’s lower in both calories and carbs, and that gives me room calorie-wise in my meal plan to eat steak. :)

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      Tamara
      17 Feb, 2021 at 1:48 pm

      They're refrigerated in the produce section...

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      Dana Bayer
      17 Feb, 2021 at 6:07 am

      They have them in the grocery stores like Safeway in the produce section where fresh vegetarian foods are kept

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      Beth
      16 Feb, 2021 at 10:58 pm

      ive found them at Fred meyer , safeway, and walmart.

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      Heidi Rude
      16 Feb, 2021 at 12:20 am

      These are on Amazon. Have also found at Sprouts. Be sure to rinse them well before heating. I like to saute mine in a pan with oil. "Hethstia Shirataki Konjac Noodle- Fettuccine Pasta Alternative, Zero Carbs/Calories, Gluten/Soy Free, Keto/Vegan Friendly (9)"

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      GWH
      15 Feb, 2021 at 9:16 pm

      Amazon has a variety

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    marianne
    12 Jan, 2021 at 10:12 pm

    Maria I feel your pain I have the same issue and nothing I have tried seems to work.

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    Robert Talamantes
    12 Jan, 2021 at 5:53 am

    Hello all, I started my keto journey back on March 29 2020 at 263 pounds. Today it's January 11 and I'm at 192. When I first started, I started with 20 minutes walks and little by little I started jogging. Now I jog 5 miles every other day and intermit fast. I eat at 12 and 6. I feel great! It's a tough road...

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      L
      30 Sep, 2021 at 6:56 pm

      So happy for you! Keep up the great lifestyle!

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      jennifer
      16 Sep, 2021 at 3:24 pm

      Awesome. I started at 263 in June and am down 23 lbs. Hoping to get to 195 at least. Maybe I will by January like you have. I just started adding walks and drinking ketones. Prior was limiting carbs. Im 43.

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    roberta degenhart
    9 Jan, 2021 at 8:17 pm

    David: It has been 5 days for you....how are you doing?

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    Ann Mehrtens
    9 Jan, 2021 at 6:28 pm

    Thankful for the useful information. One comment was to drink Ketones. What is it? Lost a little by nothing compared to my husband, and do know men loose faster. My biggest problem is artificial sweeteners. Can’t drink my coffee or tea without them. But, what else can I try?

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      JOY
      15 Aug, 2021 at 5:43 am

      Try SweetLeaf Stevia to sweeten your coffee or tea. Get the drops and sweeten one drop at a time. This brand is pure has no sugar nor artificial sweeteners added. Read labels constantly. Stevia also has many health benefits.

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      Jacquelin Frusetta
      13 Jul, 2021 at 4:39 pm

      Sugar free vanilla syrup. I buy it at Marshall’s or Ross it’s discounted. You can buy it on Amazon but double the discounted price. My favorite afternoon snack on keto is Glass of Black Ice Tea with tablespoon of sugar free vanilla syrup and topped with 1/4 cup of pure whipped cream or half snd half. It’s quite a treat, on keto and divine....

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      DIANNA M KINNAMON
      12 Jul, 2021 at 7:19 pm

      Erythritol - it's the best artificial sweetener for Keto and it tastes great

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      Tom Lyons
      13 Jun, 2021 at 6:55 pm

      Try Stevia, it takes some getting used to but its good.

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      Angela
      25 May, 2021 at 2:15 pm

      I found a simple syrup that is made from monk fruit that has worked pretty good.

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    Micheal Esposito
    9 Jan, 2021 at 4:04 pm

    Sweeten your coffee with a little low carb Atkins drink. It tastes great.

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    Darryl Starr
    9 Jan, 2021 at 3:59 pm

    I've been a vegetarian since 1970 (old hippie) and have been on Keto for a few months.. without meat/poultry or fish, leaves precious little. Even many of the vegetables I lived on for all those years are gone. Oat meal gone. Pasta and rice, gone. I'm making it work, tho. Dropped 7 lbs. so far. 13 to go.

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    Vicky
    8 Jan, 2021 at 9:00 pm

    Went on the keto diet after much research last February (2020) and have lost 70 lbs....it is the best diet I have ever tried and believe, I have tried them all. Switched to Weight Watchers back in Nov and as of today 1/8/21, back on Keto for a time....to get down even more. I never had so much energy as I did when on...

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    Samantha McClure
    7 Jan, 2021 at 11:31 am

    SO helpful! Thank you!!!

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      Mariame tabbal
      19 Feb, 2021 at 9:46 pm

      Im not on keto,but i prepare keto foods to my overweight son,he is 28yrs old,140 kg,6ft tall, i chk all food prep in the u tube, he took coffe in the morning without sugar plus coco oil ,butter and egg yellow all in shake form then eat egg and avocado with olive oil at11 am,then lunch at 4pm meat or chicken with lots of...

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        Hayley Shaver
        12 Jul, 2021 at 8:56 pm

        It doesn't matter how thin he is if he doesn't exercise. It's still unhealthy. God's honest truth, I have seen thin people with huge health problems because they refuse to exercise. Good luck.

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    Steven DeLand
    4 Jan, 2021 at 4:36 pm

    I'm 58 years old. Have been on the keto diet for exactly 6 months and i have lost 60lbs. I have 40 more to go in my one year commitment. I can handle 10 lbs a month. Feel great and doesn't seem to restrictive. I eat to live now not live to eat. Keto ice cream curves any sweet tooth for me.

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      Christina Wall
      8 Jan, 2021 at 7:11 pm

      Usually the lipid profile straightens out once you’ve done “good” keto for a while. Meaning, not tons of fatty meats. Choose skinless chicken breast, round steak, well trimmed center cut sirloin, well trimmed pork loin. Organ meats once a month. If you do this and stay low in the carbs intake your numbers should convert and you will be able to breathe easier.

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      Sharon Kramer
      7 Jan, 2021 at 2:49 pm

      Another plus - after 6 months on Keto, a liver scan showed that my NAFL was healed. The Fibro Scan CAP score (fat) before Keto was 390 and is now 226 (normal). The kPa score (stiffness) was 13.5 and is now 6.2 (normal is 5.5). My doctor and I believe that Keto is the reason for my healthy liver.

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      Samantha McClure
      7 Jan, 2021 at 11:34 am

      Very helpful and encouraging! Thank you!!!

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    Gloria
    3 Jan, 2021 at 6:56 am

    You guys!!! It’s not always about loosing weight....loosing inches of fat is more important. Weigh yourselves when u start and weight once a month. Take arm, thigh, chest, hip, upper and lower abdomen measurements. Check those every 2 weeks.

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    David Hurst
    3 Jan, 2021 at 12:41 am

    Interesting reading all the comments. Starting keto journey Monday 1-4-21

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      MONICA R DOEBKE
      8 Jun, 2021 at 12:30 am

      Have you had success David?

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    Donna Shuhart
    2 Jan, 2021 at 1:57 pm

    Been on Keto 9 months lost 40 lbs. feel great, never going back to bad eating habits went from a size 14 to 9-10 love it and I’m 63 years old so proud of ME!!!!

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      Bobbi Degenhart
      9 Jan, 2021 at 8:16 pm

      EXCELLENT!! Keep it up. :)

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    Charlene Hollis
    31 Dec, 2020 at 1:46 pm

    I've been on keto since November 2020.... I eliminated sugar which I had withdrawals ...I can now walk past candies cookies without a craving ....my goal for my weight was always to get down to 150....I started at 178 lbs... my sugar came down my blood pressure and my weight.. i'm down to 157,2 ....now i'm at a panic about my cholestol and tryercides....they...

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    Nicola contenti
    29 Dec, 2020 at 1:40 pm

    Been on keto since Sept 1st 2020. I had gained some weight with the gyms closed and working from home. I’ve lost 18.6 pounds. Feel fantastic. Only want to lose another 8.. the first 2 weeks were tough but now it’s much easier... I also sell Candy for a living so when I read my sugar craving would go away I didn’t believe but...

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    Jennifer M.
    28 Dec, 2020 at 3:06 pm

    Track your micros. I use an app that tells me the exact nutrient in everything and eat. I would also increase your steps.... walk an extra 20 min a day. It will make a HUGE difference.

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      Dul Iluksooriya
      11 Jul, 2021 at 3:27 pm

      Hi Jennifer, may I know the app you used? TIA

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    Paula
    27 Dec, 2020 at 1:54 pm

    Use the app keto cycle and buy a personalized meal plan for 1 year on it. .and follow the app only.

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    Connie T.
    26 Dec, 2020 at 1:01 pm

    I learned about keto from my daughter. She lost 50lbs. So I researched keto and started my keto journey. 77. 5.4 weight 200 lbs. Lost 50lbs in 8 months. Doing keto and fasting. Went from size 16 to size 10 and 6. My A1c went from 6.6 to 5.5. No meds .just turned 78 today and feel great. Walking ‍♂️ daily and climb and...

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    Dianne Herbst
    24 Dec, 2020 at 4:00 pm

    such great information,and ideas from the comments.Tells me how much everyone is different,and body reactions ,exercise,and not just to jump into it all.I lost 20 #, 5 years ago ,my goal for the New Year,loose 20 more,retire and even become more active and dedicated to KETO,,I learn something new all the time..Thank you!

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    Lauralee C
    22 Dec, 2020 at 6:07 pm

    I went from 190 pounds down to 135-139 (I fluctuate day to day), BUT, not in 28 days... I started 4/22/20 and achieved my goal (140 pounds) in 10/2020 - I wouldn't have wanted to do it in 28 days, but doing it over 6 months, I allow myself cheat days every now and again and I am happy, healthy and have TONS of...

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      El
      18 Feb, 2021 at 12:51 am

      Wow...did you do IF too? What did you eat typically?

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    LouAnn Kline
    14 Dec, 2020 at 7:47 pm

    I used to have reumitoid arthritis really bad & in so much pain I couldnt even enjoy anything in my life. God led me on a journey to natural foods and healthy fats everyday. I am now 65 and I feel great. No pain. On the keto diet I get healthy foods and a lot of healthy fats each day.Thank God there is a...

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      Jakki Brodie
      24 Jun, 2021 at 8:04 pm

      Hello, this comment is so heartwarming !! , I am 57 and had progressive RA for 9 years .. meds don’t agree with me causing all sorts of issues ( also hypothyroid and Sjogrens) … started Keto this week and already lost 2.5 kg in 3 days … also had the best sleeps in years and the ‘fog’ and fatigue already seems to be...

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      Teri
      15 Mar, 2021 at 5:31 pm

      That’s wonderful I went through the same thing My legs hurt so bad I couldn’t walk a block without turning back then I stopped eating carbs and sugar I now can walk a mile without pain and I have way more energy

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      Josie Hall
      12 Mar, 2021 at 6:44 pm

      This is exactly why my ND has recommended KETO for me. I'm on day 10.

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      Maxine
      1 Mar, 2021 at 8:49 pm

      Any tips on what to eat? What does a typical day of foods look like for you? Thank you!

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        PRPhillips
        3 May, 2021 at 8:18 pm

        I just had cod soaked in butter, crusted with hazelnuts, pink salt, black pepper, and rosemary. Side salad of fresh spinach with avocado.

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      KIM
      1 Mar, 2021 at 4:25 pm

      I sleep so much better. I didn't believe there was a connection. Fiber is a challenge but flax seed and avocados are a big help.

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      Zoe
      26 Dec, 2020 at 3:00 pm

      That is one thing I loved about the keto diet , my joints felt great. Also felt like I had more energy and the brain fog went away, almost as if someone turned on the lights . It suddenly became not so much about the weight ,but how good I felt on keto.

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    Pamela Owen
    13 Dec, 2020 at 1:53 pm

    It starts as soon as you wake. Having ghee and mct oil in your coffee is how hubby succeeded at Keto. Drinking lots of water. Fiber. Calories.

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      sandi black
      17 Aug, 2021 at 2:53 pm

      Guess I need to buy a Keto book and find out all this, and what is "ghee"?

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    Terri Rodabaugh
    12 Dec, 2020 at 3:46 pm

    Factor 75...tasty too!

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      Karen
      23 Jan, 2021 at 1:37 pm

      Too many carbs in Factor 75. I tried them

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        14 Jun, 2021 at 9:35 pm

        Which ones are goods?

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        Sandy Heise
        17 Feb, 2021 at 9:54 pm

        They do have meals with more carbs, but they also have meals you can select with less cards to keep you in check with carb counting for the day. Factor 75 is great!!

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    JOSH FRULLING
    11 Dec, 2020 at 4:51 pm

    Try drinking ketones(it gets you in ketosis in under an hour) while on the keto diet along with the intermittent fasting and exercise... I've lost over 30pnds so far in 2 months and have lots of energy!!

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      sandi black
      17 Aug, 2021 at 2:50 pm

      I am new at this---What are ketones and how does a person drink them?

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      Micki
      10 Feb, 2021 at 9:43 pm

      What ketones do you drink? Never can tell if it's legit or hype.

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      Linda Dunn
      2 Feb, 2021 at 4:21 pm

      Josh, where do I purchase Ketones?

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        Stephanie M
        17 Jul, 2021 at 2:50 pm

        How long should you wait after starting Keto to IF?

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          Love me
          28 Nov, 2021 at 11:53 am

          Start with IF first and incorporate keto in that way after you fast you will be incorporating the right foods

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          Ann Ireland
          18 Aug, 2021 at 12:59 am

          I think when you feel like sustained! It was a natural transition for me. Within weeks I had lost my cravings for sugar and carbs and felt more satisfied after eating meat and green veg, cheese, and so forth. I still build in a treat now and then but never dreamed I would do this well! I saw much faster weight loss after starting...

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        Catherine L.
        12 Jul, 2021 at 2:35 pm

        Key tones are fastest absorbed and turning to keytones in our system by MCT oil (organic). I add it to my coffee, you need to start out slow, 1/2 tsp or tablespoon, and gradually increase. I do 1-2 tablespoons a day.

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        Christine Griffith
        8 Jun, 2021 at 3:05 am

        Where can I buy ketones?

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        Katrina
        26 Feb, 2021 at 11:32 am

        There are all kinds of keto powders on the market - search amazon. But Pruvit Ketones (which are expensive) are definitely effective with a low carb diet. Must drink electrolytes to be successful.

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        Sandra
        16 Feb, 2021 at 12:59 am

        I'm 71 female and started keto at 232 lbs, I am down 220 lbs a total of 12 pounds in 6 weeks, The most important thing to happen is, My diabetes is now under control, my sugar runs anywhere from 90 to 115 every morning! I have never been able to control it before. I wnt to lose to 170, and come off all my Meds!

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          Tocara
          16 Sep, 2021 at 10:39 am

          Is this your blood sugar range with the use of diabetes meds whole doing keto?

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          Alice
          10 Jul, 2021 at 11:41 am

          Well done Sandra, I'm so happy for you. I'm 70, I've been on the Me to plan for 4weeks exactly. I started at 71.5 kilos, I am now 65.5 kilos. I have stuck at 65 for over a week and I feel very tired/weak. I realise now it's my own fault as I thought I could eat fruit etc. I followed the plan to...

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            Judith Fleeger
            8 Dec, 2021 at 6:45 pm

            I learned early on, use (sea salt) to cure my keto flu. I forgot my body needed salt

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    Anne Lima
    10 Dec, 2020 at 3:09 pm

    14 months "Keto for Life" at 58 and 60! Lost 20 pounds, husband lost 35 of middle age pudge in the first 60 days... I advocate for it as a lifestyle change vs a "diet". Healthier than ever :-)

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    Amelia Blackwell
    10 Dec, 2020 at 3:30 am

    I am 78, lowered my blood pressure on keto, are on half-strength blood pressure tablets thanks to keto diet

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    Shelley Bartel
    7 Dec, 2020 at 4:08 pm

    I am down 17 pounds in 3 weeks. I’ve been doing intermittent fasting as well as Keto. I’ve tried many other apps and diets. This app was a game changer for me. So easy to use and easy to click through the recipes to find another meal or snack if you don’t have the ingredients for it. Highly recommend to take the guess work...

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      Annie
      12 Aug, 2021 at 11:04 am

      What app are you using?

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    Bev Bennett
    5 Dec, 2020 at 10:12 pm

    Have just started intermittent fasting,only have about 4 kilos to lose. Am interested in incorporating keto so have been doing a bit of research on the subject, have found everyone’s comments very useful. Thankyou!!

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    Cheryl Hope
    5 Dec, 2020 at 8:45 pm

    Thats my plan! (Only no snack) I went from 156 to 133 in five months. Went down from size13 pants to size 6.

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      Melanie Perkins
      9 Sep, 2021 at 6:27 am

      Fabulous

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    Helen Flouch
    4 Dec, 2020 at 7:37 pm

    I first started keto by accident. I was diagnosed with fatty liver and googled what foods I should be eating. I found Eric B. and he said eat 5-7 cups of raw vegetables a day and small amounts of fatty proteins. I chose roast chicken and smoked salmon and coleslaw packs. The weight started to fall off and I felt so much better. More...

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      Dianne Bosse
      9 Jan, 2022 at 6:12 pm

      That's great, I m older and have been doing IF, seems to work, I eat once a day. Would like to try keto..

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      Melanie Perkins
      9 Sep, 2021 at 6:26 am

      What are coleslaw packs ?

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        Denise
        15 Jan, 2022 at 1:04 am

        I’m guessing it is the bagged salad mix for coleslaw in the produce section of your grocery store. They do come in different varieties, ie) Southwest, Asian, etc. Be careful of the dressing though. I’m sure they are loaded with sugar

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          Ratnayeke Valerie
          17 Jan, 2022 at 3:15 am

          There are good easy recaipes for keto Coleslaw dressings.

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      Margo
      17 Aug, 2021 at 4:25 pm

      Can I drink v-8 for my vegetables?

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        Jamey
        9 Sep, 2021 at 6:47 pm

        No An 8 ounce serving has 7 grams of sugar.

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        steve
        9 Sep, 2021 at 2:45 pm

        Don't, V8 had too much salt and sugar.

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        Heinz
        3 Sep, 2021 at 8:59 pm

        look at the sugar per portion, that stopped my V8 consumption.

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    Dotsie Gordon
    4 Dec, 2020 at 12:43 pm

    Very interesting reading all the comments. Will definately help me throughout this program. Thanks very much.

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    Lesley Watson
    24 Nov, 2020 at 11:23 pm

    Try some ketones! You will have alot of energy with them!

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      Kalani
      18 Dec, 2022 at 2:49 pm

      How

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      Kim Macgregor
      2 Feb, 2021 at 11:34 am

      What are Ketones (sorry if it’s a dumb questions) I’m quite new to keto and thought ketones are produced in the body?

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        Jennie Terrizzi
        8 Aug, 2021 at 3:12 am

        I lost 20lbs in 4weeks on pruvit keto diet and loving life again

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        Michelle Radford
        10 Jul, 2021 at 10:50 pm

        Exogenous ketones are a supplement. They are ketones in a pill or powder. They will help you feel fuller, but they can interfere with your weight loss progress as the goal is to produce them with your diet. Unless you are a high performance athlete or doing heavy workouts and have been doing keto for a long time, they are not necessary.

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