KETO FOODS I No Longer Eat Regularly

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Even though they are considered keto, there are some foods I no longer eat or rarely eat because they cause weight gain, inflammation and don't agree with me. Not everyone is the same as me and if you are able to enjoy these foods, then do as you please. But if you experience any of the symptoms I did after having these foods, maybe consider cutting back or eliminating them all together. Up to you!!
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[@antoinetteqvistorff2270]

I have been living the ketogenic lifestyle now two years. I have maintained my normal weight of 111 pounds. I only eat Whole Foods and never any prepackaged Keto foods. I gave up sodas cold Turkey 25 years ago and never tried diet sodas. I am 61 years old and everyone thinks I am not a day over 45.

[@KetoFocus]

That is amazing!!! The anti-aging benefits of keto are great too.

[@cinystarr4657]

I wish I could quit sugar as easily & quickly as I did diet coke. I loved Diet Coke but the aspartame turned my brain into mush

[@livelaughandlove299]

@@cinystarr4657 I hate sugar and chocolate and not a sweet person but the only wish I have is to give up Diet Coke :(

[@cinystarr4657]

@@livelaughandlove299 If we could only trade/ reverse this we'd both be cured !!! win win 😁

[@debiwillis9045]

Keto made me sluggish and gain weight...can't do fat and I'm dairy free, I do low carb 50-150 grams a day, lost 40lbs that way...keto sucks!

[@Samsung_Knignt]

16 weeks Keto and Muscle Training and I've lost 47 lbs 💪🏿

[@KetoFocus]

That’s amazing!! I’ve been consistently strength training 5 days a week and have noticed big changes too. Keep it up 👍

[@Rocketscientist66]

@@KetoFocusNot to mess up your schedule, but have a peak if you like. This physio therapist/ coach says 2x is optimal (more is really not better). Love your content 💞 kzbin.infoXIjV_nob6r0?si=cRgaStmL-fX4eMIe

[@dolivier5994]

Wow congratulations!!! What is muscle training,do you have a class or do it online?

[@Samsung_Knignt]

@@dolivier5994 just another way of saying I lift weights lol. And thank you. 😊

[@lionlol]

​​@@dolivier5994The important thing is to deplete muscle glycogen on a regular basis. This will raise your base metabolic rate and get your carb limit up if you're having trouble staying in keto. www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3248697/#:~:text=Glycogen%20is%20the%20storage%20form,to%20survive%20and%20stay%20healthy.

[@Trogdor1365]

As a note: if you are just starting your low carb journey, if the processed keto food and keto desserts and diet soda helps you stay on the diet, then keep them. You'll be able to wean yourself off of them later, once you're motivated by the weight loss and craving carbs less.

[@LaciRae]

yeah, the transition came very naturally this way for me.

[@mickyinwonderland9020]

This is soo true!!

[@Sirach144]

Diet Pepsi will always be in my diet

[@juliemorton5599]

I don’t agree with all of that, using the “keto” snacks ect, most are not anywhere near keto as they use net carbs and alcohol sugars subtraction to call it keto. A carb is a carb net carbs are still a higher carb count. Now if you need something like a diet soda to help you get away from reg soda so be it. But I had the same problem with too much fat, too many “net carbs” ect i did not lose weight in fact i gained weight. When I took a class from Dr Westman from Duke Unv He is the top low carb doc in the US, and followed is prescription keto, I started losing, down 42 lbs. he says eat real food, limit fats to 6 tab a day, 4 oz of cheese, and only 20 carbs. You don’t have to do the “clean” Keto, as long as you keep carbs down to 20, limit the fat, 2 cups of salad and one cup of non starchy vegetable’s is all good. Too many companies are trying to cash in on keto, when in reality their food is far from it, with ingredients that spike your blood sugar ect. The point of keto is to keep you blood sugar from spiking in the first place. This is a good video and a good reminder of how not to do some things that people recommend. Thanks for telling your story, like you and I many people do the same thing then give up keto because it didn’t work. It does my bloodwork rocked but I had gained weight. Thank you! (Sorry for the long response)😊

[@auntymarushkafah]

I went from pepsi to diet pepsi until I broke my hip and found out I have osteoporosis. Phosphoric acid in cola leaches calcium out of the bones. I still love soda, so I try to use only carbonated water with lemon/lime and stevia now. I am slowly switching to just water. Sigh.

[@maidenminnesota1]

The big mistake so many people make (due to lots of misinformation) is that as your weight goes down, you _need_ to reduce the fat in your diet, too, because you want your body to burn YOUR fat, not the fat you eat. You need to replace the fat macros with protein macros as your weight drops. This also naturally reduces calories, as you don't need as many to maintain bodily functions as your weight goes down.

[@jodybogdanovich4333]

Great points and it makes a lot of sense.

[@blackpoolrockz]

Totally agree, keto = fat eating. Most efficient way to run your body , so if you load up with fat energy, you need to burn it, so don't eat crap loads of heavy cream and butter if you aren't doing lots of exercise. This girl looks like she's doing keto so she can eat lots of fat. I think people need to think about why they're eating keto style. And get away from anything related to bread, sugar, pasta etc. Use keto to get rid of it. Don't try and cheat it. Get rid of it

[@RealOzPhantom]

I've never had issues with any of the foods mentioned in this video for two main reasons: resistance training and OMAD. If the intermittent fasting is there, it's a massive difference

[@donproctor3445]

The one thing I've noticed whenever people talk about Keto is weight loss. Its like the only reason they do it is for weight loss. I do Keto-vore now not for weight loss but for healthy eating. I have no need for weight loss. No one ever talks about sustaining a constant weight. When I started Keto I went from 205 to a crazy low of 160. I'm 60 years old 6-1 and looked like a T-shirt on a wire hanger way too thin. I now maintain 175. Eating mostly Carnivore with Keto splashed in. Its easier eating this way actually. I don't shy away from Heavy cream or butter and haven't had any sodas for many many years and no breads of any kind. I'm a carpenter and active with my job so that probably makes up for calorie burn. I don't exercise other than my work. labs are perfect!

[@gabrieleweber4665]

Thank you !! I do keto for health too ( I am a type 1 diabetic). And I lost to much weight too, although I eat a lot of butter, cheese and heavy cream. It seams that everyone is different. So it would maybe it would be the best, to avoid all kinds of cows dairy if there is a lactose intolerance 😢

[@Alex90210]

I did Keto to cleanse the gut. Improved my skin and glow.

[@Vnm-sh1jv]

THANK YOU. That's what i tell a lot of people. I don't do it for weight loss (really does make you lose weight quick) but because i have a stomach issue and it helps. I love maintaining my size, as I am currently in construction and love bodybuilding.

[@katydai]

I do "Kinda-Keto" - low sugar lower carbs but definitely not hard-core. I do intermittent fasting and have lost 60lb in one year! I am no longer pre-diabetic, my acid reflux went away and my joints don't hurt anymore! I love this lifestyle!

[@quaffie]

so you do low carb and fasting?

[@fransak2723]

You sound like me! Low carb, Low sugar, low key, intermittent fasting for about 19 months and I’m down 90 pounds. 50 more to go.

[@kcloveonaleash]

​@@fransak2723🎉 I do same eating plan.

[@katydai]

@@quaffie Yes.Lower carb...

[@AedanBlackheart]

I never fast anymore, no point.

[@terikim4824]

Yes Yes Yes!! I was stalled for the last 4 months and gained a few lbs. I stopped using heavy cream, cut back on butter and cheese and I have finally broken my stall. Great video! Thank you! ❤

[@Nikwunu]

butter is a healthy fat without the growth hormone or lactose present in other dairy. different league.

[@Blessed-jz7fh]

​@@Nikwunuyes I like Dr Joel Wallach, and I do buy his supplements, butter is good for you. I haven't had soda in years and this stupid doctor when I say that I drink soda not true.

[@giaohoabeta5474]

#1: heavy cream- high calories #2: cheese - some bad effect to your body #3: butter - no need more fat from butter #4: diet coke - more hungry if you drink it, high pressure on the blood vessels and the blood pressure increase #5: packaged keto foods - this can have some unhealthy ingredients #6: keto sweets and desserts #7: raw broccoli- high amounts of insoluble fiber, cooked broccoli still okay

[@sgreen4865]

Thanks. You are the real mvp

[@gabriellagrace4734]

Nope! Butter is Amazing

[@littlevoice_11]

The high blood pressure references regarding Coke was related to sodium changes and myths of consuming electrolyte drinks

[@qbatmobile]

HVC - glorious, great for energy. Cheese - if it's real - not like that american trash cheese-like garbage - flawless! Butter - keto friendly fat. Rest doesn't matter for me.

[@billymaepa4576]

@@gabriellagrace4734 combining shit with real food will cause problems

[@misterscruffle]

This is exactly what I needed to hear, I’ve not been losing weight because I’m eating too many keto calories. You hit on points that I intuitively knew but decided to ignore because my excuse was “it’s keto”. But I often feel inflammation and bloated after eating those things you mentioned.

[@Sara-mr1hs]

Same!

[@MH-yh8rz]

Me too!!!

[@gabriellagrace4734]

Go carnivore! Even wayyyyyy better! Your probably experiencing Oxilate dumping, causes major inflammation. Quit the vegetables /plants even if it’s temporary. Do a 1 month carnivore. You should be able to transition quite easy beings you’ve been doing keto. Give it a try!

[@nicolaporter4287]

Me too!

[@paulthescorpio]

I consume almost only water all the time. BUT I LOVE Zevia soda and have it once a day. No sugar, clean ingredients and zero caramel coloring! But the only flavor I consume is the "cola" one. I don't really care for all the other flavors.

[@missyasche881]

I like Zevia, but most flavors leave me with horrendous indigestion. The only thing in Zevia that could do that, I thought, would be the natural flavors they list. I wrote asking what the natural flavors are exactly. They wouldn't give me an answer. I recently read that maltodextrin can be disguised as "natural flavor". I'm not saying that's what this particular natural flavor is, but if it is, that's probably why it causes issues for me. I cannot tolerate maltodextrin.

[@Jamie_Behm0310]

@@missyasche881 That's interesting. I've wondered what the natural flavors were too. The fact that they wouldn't give you an answer makes me kind of question their motives.

[@maidenminnesota1]

@@missyasche881I like it, too, but if I thought regular mainstream sodas were expensive (and they are), Zevia requires taking out a second mortgage!

[@roxannebudd1978]

I can’t tolerate citric acid, so I can’t drink Zevia. 😢 I’ve heard they can’t tell you because the companies that make the natural flavorings don’t tell them. I think I heard this on one of the KC videos from Chris.

[@missyasche881]

@@maidenminnesota1 lol, yes, exactly!

[@polarbear353]

I tried the ultra low carb for a time but found that I was getting weak, no energy whatsoever. As soon as I raised the amount of carbs I started feeling much better and still maintained my desired weight. Everything in moderation people. You have to change up from time to time so that your body doesn’t adapt. The more strict you are the worse it gets. Every one’s body chemistry is different, you have to find a healthy medium that works for you.

[@KetoFocus]

Well said!! 👏

[@starmusic2203]

I am feeling SO WEAK! Like almost sick! I’ve been on Keto for over a month and my ketones are averaging at 1.5 and my glocouse is averaging around 82. I’m just exhausted and feeling like there’s something wrong. Plus, I’m very, very weak out on my rides and hikes. Like a 10th of what I know I can do. I’d really love some advice. Do I stop this? Do I continue and wait for things to get better? Is this actually good for me?

[@polarbear353]

@@starmusic2203 personally I would try increasing the carbs. You don’t have to go overboard but your body will tell you the amount you need. Sometimes I’ll go 3 days or so with low carbs and then when I’m feeling weak I up it.

[@lindapoynter6561]

​@starmusic2203 I think you should eat more fat and increase the electrolytes, potassium,magnesium and sodium.

[@polarbear353]

@@lindapoynter6561 very good point.

[@MrJimmylats]

I have been following IF and Keto for a few years now and I have lost a lot of weight (-170lbs). I credit IF for most of it but I found Keto really helps control my inflammation. I went from at least 2 parts of my body being in constant pain on any given day to zero. Your video (which was great!) just made me look into why I get a stuffy nose after I eat dairy and it is likely inflammation! Not severe enough to make my wrists and hands or knees shut down but enough that I can't breathe through my nose for a couple of hours (and if it is doing that then there is definitely inflammation going on elsewhere in my body). I am going to cut out dairy for a few days and see how it goes. Thanks!

[@thegrumpyhorticulturist]

High fat cuts of meat and snacking on olives can help reach your fat macros. One of my go to meals is green olives dressed in olive oil and a dash of balsamic vinegar with some uncured salami

[@mommab8205]

I just started keto in June. 30 lbs gone so far. My go-to sweet treat from the beginning is just enough two-good mixed berry yogurt to thinly coat 1/4 cup of blueberries with a tablespoon of whipped cream...As I lose weight, I know it will also have to go. But for now, it has tremendously helped me with my sweet tooth! I knew from the beginning all the keto desserts were for people who had already lost weight and then only occasionally. I know the sodas have to go also; I'm just not ready...I already had to give up coffee. I can't drink it unless sweetened. Little keto baby steps.

[@suzannecarrier287]

Congratulations on your weight loss! Keto veteran here. Dont be afraid to eat the full serving of Two Good yogurt because thats where the protein is. If you bump up your protein at every meal and snack you will continue to see great progress.👍❤

[@sassyherbgardener7154]

Why would you give up coffee? You can sweeten it with monkfruit or stevia, or one of the other natural (no chemical) sugar free sweeteners.

[@cinystarr4657]

@@sassyherbgardener7154 I'd give up soda before I gave up my sacred coffee !! lol

[@jillf24]

@@suzannecarrier287 I add a half a scoop of protein powder to my yogurt every morning-Protein is the key!

[@picholoup]

Have you tried allulose for your coffee.?I think it tastes very close to sugar.

[@AnnieDog-arfarf1]

💯. There is a lot of wisdom here. I’ve been low carb for over 5 years, and have realized many of the same things to be true for me.

[@suzannecarrier287]

same! cutting back on fat helped my 1 year weight loss stall.

[@janiesippel225]

Love your channel it’s one of the first ones I found when I started my low card/keto lifestyle. Thanks for all the hard work you put into your channel and recipes. 😊❤

[@lainimitchell6312]

I've been kicking around the idea of quitting diet Dr. Pepper. Thank you for pointing out the correlation between poor gut health and depression. I've been struggling with that. Maybe healing my gut will heal my 'heart'.

[@muttleyinlove8648]

Zevia colas are the way to go: No Aspartame sweetener! They use Stevia Leaf extract for sweetness and taste great. Several flavors are available, too. Keto is a great style of eating; I feel so much better when I'm on the Keto diet: better sleep, more energy, no cravings, etc. Best of luck!

[@Beezer.D.B.]

I think Zevia makes a Dr Pepper type flavor too. I ordered a case of mixed flavors from Amazon and I’m pretty sure a Dr Pepper(-ish) flavor was in there. Personally I love the Zevia Cola because it’s been the only one that pulled me out of the “no more sugar cola / but no more diet cola either” rut I was in.

[@muttleyinlove8648]

True. There is a 'Dr. Zevia' flavor; cola, root beer, cherry, and a ginger ale. All have a nice flavor. @@Beezer.D.B.

[@dianescherr2332]

DrBerry says water your sodas down 1/2 with Pellegrino &you really can't tell a difference

[@Beezer.D.B.]

@@dianescherr2332 - I was using inexpensive sparkling water (Faygo) to do just that. Plus I was using it to “spark up” my lemon water. Was doing that for months, then my grocery store just suddenly stopped selling it! All they sell in its place is Faygo Club Soda, which is not the same!

[@pamsmithson6830]

I discovered all these same things. That's why I went carnivore. Finally, I've had the success I was looking for! And it's so easy!

[@KetoCookbooksCorner]

*Understanding what foods to avoid or limit is crucial, and your experiences provide valuable guidance. It's great to see your commitment to a healthier keto lifestyle.*

[@suzannecarrier287]

wow!! a very needful message. Thank you so much. Best video Ive seen in a while!! I confirm this has been my 4 year keto experience too!

[@debmurray2734]

Loved the clip where the lemon wedge is slathered with butter. Good tips for using good judgment when ingesting "keto-approved" foods. Thanks!

[@LyleH-13]

that was an all star clip

[@michaelreed2700]

Years ago I did Keto- was very strict, lost 55 lbs in 3 months, then stayed stable for several years. My job changed, lifestyle changed, and resolve went out the window. Gained it all back over the course of the next few years. Went Keto again a few months ago and got basically no results. Analyzed the difference between last time and this time- the answer was the Keto friendly foods. My first time going keto they didn't exist, so it was basically carnivore. This time I was eating Keto bread, keto tortillas, etc. Switched to straight carnivore 2 weeks ago, I'm down 14 lbs so far. The keto friendly stuff may work for some, but it blocked my body from shedding the weight.

[@veronicaheaney3464]

Thanks for the encouragement. It’s always gratifying to hear someone else verify what you already believe, especially when others around you are obnoxiously critical.

[@MJYouAreNotAlone1]

That’s crazy, it was just two days ago that I realized just how many calories I was getting from my heavy whipping cream. Also from the cream cheese that I eat. I’ve been consuming lots more cream cheese than usual. And I’ve gained some weight. This video was right on time. Thank you!🙏❤️

[@mariannerayo8608]

I LOVE cream cheese! I had to stop buying it because I have to stop myself from eating a whole brick of it.

[@cj-nw7kh]

I'm just the opposite . I cook with cream cheese daily and discovered my weight loss and getting in ketosis faster than when I leave it out. However, if I eat regular cheese, severe inflamation and weight gain overnight.

[@picholoup]

I still use butter and cream, but not too much. I guess at first on focuses too much on the fat intake. As you get the knack of things, you automatically slow that stuff down.

[@chris_losin_it]

Finally! I’m so happy to see this video 👏🏼 👏🏼 I have the hardest time explaining to my friends and family that try or are on keto, why I don’t eat certain things even if they are “keto friendly”. Being on keto/low carb/ ketovore for 4 1/2 years, I’ve done so much research. To be honest, reading the ingredients list on some of the things that say “keto” makes me nauseous. Ultimately, like you said, it has to be something that works for you and your goals. I didn’t start out this way and I’ve definitely tweaked my eating a few times over the years as I’ve gained valuable information. Total weight loss since starting keto is 113 lbs. total from my heaviest ever is about 144 lbs. I’m 57 😀

[@nikkijack911]

Thanks for sharing I'm 47, tried keto years ago but only 2 months. Dieticians and drs talked me out of it and I ended up back on sad and gained nearly 100 lbs and feel horrible. Going back to keto, so it's good to know there's hope. Oh and I did find new drs.

[@chris_losin_it]

@@nikkijack911 it’s hard. I definitely understand. If I could give some solid advice it would be, don’t be so hard on yourself. Give it time and most importantly, do it however it works for you. Don’t let “keto-low carb police” distract you. Find and research drs and videos on KZbin that work for you. I completely stay away from Facebook groups and only follow drs, long timers and recipe creators on KZbin and Instagram. Remember keto is a state of ketosis and it’s ok not to be in “ketosis”. I don’t see my way of eating as a diet, but as a way to fuel what MY body needs. Stay on top of your mental health as well. Journal or talk to a friend. And lastly, when you eat, make sure it’s because you are hungry. Not because it’s time to eat or because you just want something. Best wishes for you. 🥂 cheers to better health and nutrition with weight loss as an added bonus. 🤗 🙏🏼

[@nikkijack911]

@@chris_losin_it Thank you. Definitely am doing it. I appreciate the advice. I don't really don't talk much and have been reluctant to journal in the past, however had found it helpful. Thanks to you taking time here, I'm going to dig out my old journal and dust it off. I can use "writing about my keto journey" as a cover to journal without drawing attention. Great 💡 idea. Thank you. I understand you meant Journaling in general but it'll help with privacy if I throw a label like this on it, and since I eat daily,I believe it'll help me make Journaling a habit if I associate the two.

[@nikkijack911]

P.s. I'm totally looking forward to less inflammation and less joint pain, less struggle to carry my excess.

[@maribelecheverria1330]

Right. This journey begins in keto, then ketovore and finally carnivoure. It must happen to every person that is looking for something much healthier. The best diet I know so far.

[@deannamadrigal7503]

It's hard for me to drink just water, I do use electrolytes but I also find carbonated water to be very helpful. I love your videos

[@misterscruffle]

Me too! That’s why I am always buying those hint waters that are flavored with no sweetness.

[@kcloveonaleash]

​@@misterscruffleLa Croix and Buble ( not Michael 😂) saved me many times!

[@SS-qx7nh]

I have no affiliation, but I got a Sodastream a few months ago, and it is a game-changer!!

[@younoyah]

I drink lemon water with a teaspoon of ACV everyday instead of electrolytes, much healthier and it's flavoured.

[@whewchile9818]

Sparkling water is a lifesaver for me.

[@RobCLynch]

There's a lot of good information in this video that has been explained in an easy to understand manner. Thank you for posting quality content.

[@amandaredd3057]

This is great and very informative. I "tried" keto before but only a couple weeks ago watched Dr Berg break it all down and I realized I did NOT do it correctly! Now, I got a hang on it and I'm actually seeing incredible benefits. I'm on week 3 and I feel great!

[@delladearest2511]

Thanks for sharing your balanced approach ❣️

[@dorei9235]

I so appreciate you and your channel. Favorite channel out of all the other keto channels. So appreciate t&e way you're honest about this way of living. Thank you keep up the great videos.

[@josephasbury4492]

The biggest thing I hear people say that they crave during keto is crunchy, starchy foods. So many processed foods and especially chips contain not only MSG but also disodium inosinate and guanylate which make MSG even more satisfying and addicting to eat. Not partaking in those foods is one of the best things you can do to help cancel out carb addictions, plus it'll help you get away from processed seed oils.

[@johnkurtz2691]

I honestly think Keto/Low Carb for men vs women is very different as well as other factors of course. My sister in-law brought up a good point about eating whats in season & based on your location from the equator.(vit. D factor) Also fat has two/three times the energy of carbs so logically you need much less to meet energy requirements especially when you are fat adapted. also, eat slower y'all, 20 min. before your tummy lets the noggin know it's full. Don't forget about fasting/level of exercise in the entire keto equation as well. I like bamboo fiber for more authentic baked goods. Pricey but I highly recommend a try. I barely touch fat dough anymore. the ole change it up fairly often to keep your body guessing is always a good rule of thumb. nothing tastes better than when you crave it after letting it go for a time😋 much debate still on the consequences of insulin spikes, lectins, meat profiles, you name it but it's all good. Understanding Inflammation in all it's forms has been one of the best topics to come from all this nutritional study/lifestyle changes which is great. also, I make milk from heavy cream & macadamias R incredible!

[@TimeOutForLowCarb]

To make milk, you can add water to the heavy cream to cut down the calories. There is also Fairfield milk, 6 carbs in a cup. Then Victoria Keto Kitchen has a keto milk recipe too.

[@amberbartelt224]

I love your videos!!! You have helped me so much. Keep them coming!!❤️💜

[@CarbageMan]

That's a pretty good list. Thanks for sharing it. Even then, after five years, I'm pretty much high-protein, low-carb, and rarely in deep ketosis. I think my body has just gotten good at using ketones so they rarely show up deeply in my blood unless I fast over a day and get a lot of cardio. I'm good with that, actually, as long as my glucose stays low, or if it spikes it doesn't spike too high and stay up long. At this point that's what matters most to me. I've taken to severely limiting cheese and nuts, and pretty much all processed "keto" food is basically a trap or otherwise an issue for me. 95% of the time, I make something wildly simple that's mostly meat and a little cruciferous or very keto-friendly veg. I do get an avocado just about every day in the world that's not a whole day of fasting. After a workout, I allow myself a collagen shake with berries and aminos, and I can see my glucose go right up and right back down. I've avoided keto bread and tortillas (I make pretty simple keto sandwich thins for burgers), but I have to admit a couple times a year I like to pick up a pack of keto hot dog buns into which I can put clean, 100% grass-fed polish sausages from Teton Waters Ranch. It's too bad I can't find clean buns, because they're just too much of a hassle to try to make, and I've never found a great recipe anyway. PS: Sometimes, I'll just make a "bunless polish sandwich" instead, with the polish sausages, caraway, a slice of swiss and top with deli mustard and sauerkraut. I eat that out of a small casserole dish with a knife and fork.

[@misswomble]

The lucky ones are the keto people who started b4 the keto UPFs came along. We learned to make stuff from scratch and know exactly what we are eating.

[@missyb.623]

Been clean keto for 2 years. I was fussy about healthy food before keto. Thanks for sharing!

[@HermonElf]

Very Honest of You❤GOD Bless what you do for others.

[@USBP464]

Good intel, excellent delivery and well produced. Well done young lady!

[@Lee-yn1by]

I’ve been intermittent fasting and low carb for 6 months I recently visited my doctor for my annual check up. I’ve lost 15kg in weight and my cholesterol and blood pressure are back to normal. He said whatever I’m doing keep doing it 😊

[@grannyrsh5553]

I’m so glad you made this video! I wanted to do low carb or keto but I’m not a big dairy fan and not a fan of heavy foods. I’m ready for ideas for a clean low carb keto diet. Really great to hear that keto processed foods is not the way.

[@mark93373]

Some great advise, thanks Annie! 🙂

[@leighannf.4730]

This was very informative! Thank you...I appreciate knowing what possible mistakes (obstacles to our goals?) to look for as we start our keto journey!

[@mariannerayo8608]

Thank you. I have been on clean keto (one ingredient foods) for 4.5 years. I lost 60 lbs. in the beginning but still have 15 I would ideally like to drop. They are not coming off (it would really help if I stopped alcohol consumption). It would def. help if I exercised even a little. Your tips about limiting heavy cream, butter, cheese and diet soda and artificial sweeteners really resonated with me. The hardest thing for me is to give up my one diet soda a day and to drink plain water. I always drink some of the no-cal fruity squirty additives to my water. Tastes delicious but I know it is as bad a diet pop. Such a bummer because I am really doing everything else right. I still love keto.

[@xena2171]

Very good information. I can relate to this. Thanks for sharing.

[@hajnika1111]

Thank you for this, I discovered this on my keto journey too just intuitively and I'm glad to learn all the research ...there isn't enough info about this , keto is not a fad of eating meat and high fat foods and we need to address this more , thank you 😊 🙏

[@juliej8681]

Thank you so much!! Very helpful.

[@ArthurLaub]

Very informative. Thank you!

[@desireefigg9236]

Thank you so much for the reminders! Truly encouraging.

[@KetoFocus]

You’re welcome ❤️

[@jessicabates2649]

I SO needed this reminder today!!

[@workwithCandy]

Thank God you didn’t say BACON!!!!

[@KetoFocus]

😂

[@101hamilton]

This is a great video! Very informative and helpful. Thank you for posting.

[@KetoFocus]

Glad it was helpful!

[@fullheart5463]

Thanks for this good information.

[@mamakovi4309]

Thanks for the info -great tips and much appreciated. BTW you are looking fabulous!❤

[@vbella39]

I was never comfortable with heavy cream so I used half & half instead. I learned to mix a cup of half and half with 2 or 3 cups of unsweetened vanilla almond milk. That gives me my own healthier coffee creamer. I know what’s in it, it has less fat, less carbs , less calories and gives my coffee the creaminess I crave and tastes good.

[@itsjustme7487]

Interesting idea. I'll have to try that.

[@sarahwong5592]

Half and half is half cream, half milk. It has less fat and MORE carbs (lactose) than heavy cream.

[@twist3d537]

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[@simongrech6433]

Great Advice ! Many thanks !

[@margaretleehightower3073]

REALLY a good info Thank YOU!!!!!

[@lisabell7934]

wow. thank you so much for the info. i needed this right now. i quit losing on keto and got frustrated and i pretty much knew the reason , but now i know more/.

[@sweetrouble420]

I have the weird symptoms from heavy cream. It makes my skin so dry and gives me an upset stomach. I now use silk dairy free heavy cream and no longer have that issue. A lot of Keto products cause me to have digestive issues, too. Thanks for sharing 😊

[@saiyaara555]

Thanks for sharing - does it taste good?

[@dfros1957]

Everything in this video I can relate to. I have been suffering from digestive issues . I just recently stopped eating cheese. It makes me sick. Very nauseous and bloated. Also I have been drinking more water and have noticed I am not feeling hungry all the time. I also noticed that when I do eat keto sugary cravings go up and my digestive issues seem to get worse. So I'm thinking that I am sensitive to dairy. And keto sugars have taken their toll on my digestive tract. Thank you so much for this video. It has confirmed why I was feeling so bad after eating a meal. I love your channel and recipes. You have really helped me stay on keto. You are very knowledgeable and I truly appreciate your videos. 😊

[@Gorman-84]

Nicely done. This my sound bad but I mean it in a good way. You have such a "common" person approach it is easy to listen to. Very motivating and uplifting. Thank you!

[@marriageranger]

Thanks. I heard about you on Dennis Pollock's channel. Sooooo helpful!

[@lisaleem9593]

This is an excellent video. I stopped or cut back a lot of these things. Finally i broke my stall! I too am sensitive to dairy. My stomach will bloat if i eat too much and i felt terrible. I also over indulged in pork skins or cracklings. This was too much fat. Thanks so much for this video. This need to be shared every where.

[@keto4life458]

Valuable information. you make keto simple.

[@vivianhudacek1556]

Helpful! Thanks!

[@bobby3849]

Great clip. Thanks 🙏❤️🌹

[@SRose-vp6ew]

I also noticed I need to watch my heavy cream intake. By measuring just one tablespoon into my 1 cup of coffee a day it was just enough to push me back into weight loss versus being stagnant. If I wanted more than that I had to workout for it.

[@forester057]

Good for you for experimenting and cutting things out.

[@noellanmcdaniel9055]

Good video. Been struggling for years with keto. Admit easier said than done when trying to satisfy me and my bubby

[@phewd]

The problem with moving into a keto diet is that we're so used to overconsuming foods -- giant servings, eating frequently, snacks, etc. When you're truly in a state of ketosis, you don't need to eat as frequently and definitely not the same volume, but it's easy to continue eating in the same MANNER when you start because of old habits. It's hard to flip the mindset that a very small portion of food, less frequently, WILL satiate you and meet your nutritional needs when going into the Keto lifestyle.

[@daltongang23]

I have the same problem with some things too, particularly keto breads and even keto tortillas. Thanks for the video. I will be on the lookout now for others.

[@maskofsorrow]

Great videos Annie.

[@zan3do]

Thanks for sharing

[@-aimee-]

Thank you thank you ! This video is so necessary for keto minded people. I’ve been on a similar path & feel so good minimizing key keto things like cheese & diet soda. Not to mention, sugar alcohols are in so many of the popular keto items. Ugh

[@thewebstylist]

I have to say most of these are kinda common sense and when I got into keto vids I found hard to believe weren’t unhealthy so thanks for making this vid for all Rockin Awesome Keto coach n Mamma!

[@themostbestestmom8632]

Well explained about the insulin and sodium!!! Thanks! I love LMNT!

[@tonics7121]

Well done, and thanks.

[@KetoFocus]

You’re welcome ❤️ Glad it was helpful

[@sallyharris1093]

What an awesome video! I was wondering why I was having those issues too. Now I have a plan! Thank you! Have you tried Zevia sodas that are sweetened with stevia? Makes a good treat.

[@annieknight71]

So happy you told us that you gave up heavy cream because you used so much. I love it in my tea, I only have 1 or 2 cups a day occasionally 3.

[@timrosenthal46]

Very useful information for someone like me who is just day 2 into Keto. Thank you ...

[@KetoFocus]

You’re welcome ❤️ Glad you found it helpful.

[@yasminehasham1060]

Great advice Thanks

[@KetoFocus]

You’re welcome ❤️ I’m glad you liked the video 😀

[@AllMetaphysical]

Excellent! Thank you.

[@KetoFocus]

You’re welcome ❤️

[@jn2725]

I CANNOT have Choc Zero in my house. It’s delicious and I can’t control my portions.

[@beckysandstrom6954]

Yes, I bought the chocolate almond and coconut bites from Choc Zero to have coconut for mental improvement for my husband. I can’t stay out of them just like I couldn’t control junk foods before!😢

[@beckysandstrom6954]

Great video! I have been on the keto journey almost 3 years and my husband only since the end of January. Where he is and where I am is different.

[@bellacortez]

Thank you for this video. Ive been very vocal about these concerns on keto pages and have been told to eat more fat, ive been told that my concern of diet soda was mental.etc This confirms my concerns where real and ill start implementing thes changes and cant wait for thr weight loss

[@trixieknits]

I’m in a keto group of physicians and nurses and we’ve all had to tweak what we do over the last five years to either maintain our goal weight or lose.

[@2stayfree11]

Totally agree! Thanks.

[@peggyjohnson1848]

Haven’t seen your videos for a while and I tuned into this video and you have lost a lot of weight! Good for you.

[@rosabotello9676]

Thank you for your advice God Bless you

[@HeartFeltGesture]

You could do a video on the basic psychology of habit formation - "once you pop, you cant stop" Repetitive pleasure-seeking behaviors are indicative of unhappiness, feeling insufficient, always wanting, seeking, never enough, insatiable desire, devouring etc

[@jillf24]

Amen! I quit Diet Coke in January and my blood work greatly improved! To the point that my Dr told me to cut my supplement taking in half! My numbers surpassed the MAX! All I did was cancel Coke Zero/Diet Coke! I much rather see videos on Keto meals instead of Keto desserts. However, your single serving cookie recipe is still #1 in my house!!!!!! Thank you

[@carolablue5293]

Smart advice.

[@783342]

All good information, thank you. I do slather butter on some things, but not a lot in a day, same with cream. I have 2 meals a day, can't just get to one as yet.

[@qll8840]

This is a fantastic video

[@kday9438]

❤❤❤ this advice !!!!!

[@jamesrankin9833]

Good stuff! I agree.

[@patangman2117]

Thanks for the suggestions. I don't do strict Keto, but I am on a restricted carb diet with heavy Keto elements. I do this primarily to lower my blood sugar . The heavy cream makes sense and I really don't put cheese on everything. But I am originally from Sweden so we're not as lactose sensitive.

[@LoveWinsMovement]

Annie ... Too funny! You and I are EXACTLY on the same page. Every single item you reviewed I've also reduced in the same way EXCEPT for Diet Soda. For at least 4 years I've only been drinking carbonated water with small amounts of fresh lime as my 'pop' when I have it. HOME RUN VIDEO AGAIN!

[@WebcrawlerGal]

A discovery for me- to hydrate myself, I add lemon or lime slices and cucumber slices in my water . I chill it over night sans sweetening. The next day, I deink it over ice. The amount that I drink is calculated as my weight divided 2 equals the ounces of solutions. For example : 150 lbs./2 = 75 oz. It works for me... I am satisfied🙂. You can do some research on the benefits.

[@KetoFocus]

Sounds delicious! I’ll try that. Thanks!!

[@flourishfaithfiber]

Thanks for this video. I have discovered most of the same things that you speak about. My hubby and I have been living the Keto diet for 6 years now. We've cut out a lot of the extra fat Keto recipes call for that seem to be there just for the fat. I also find many sugar-free candies upset my stomach (Malitol is a big "no no" for me). We love Keto and would never go back, especially to all the processed foods, so why go to processed Keto foods?

[@sharonmontag2389]

I was recently diagnosed with IBS, discovering I am lactose and glucose intolerant. I had been on Keto and lost weight, but always felt bloated and constipated. I still do low carb but now it really is a watered down version of Keto.