Managing Cravings
- Strategies
- Increase fat intake early in meals to promote satiety and reduce carb cravings.
- Keep keto-friendly snacks (e.g., pork rinds, hard-boiled eggs, olives) on hand for emergencies.
- Distract from cravings with activities, hydration, or a small cup of black coffee/tea.
- Psychological Factors
- Identify emotional or habitual triggers for cravings (e.g., stress, boredom) and address with non-food solutions (e.g., meditation, journaling).
- Plan satisfying, flavorful meals to prevent feelings of deprivation.
- No Artificial Sweeteners
- Avoid all sweeteners to reset taste buds and prevent cravings for sweet foods.
- Use herbs or spices (e.g., cinnamon, garlic) to enhance flavor without carbs.
The Benefits
- Supports weight loss
- Stabilizes blood sugar
- Enhances ketone production
- Reduces overeating
- Improves mental focus
- Increases energy levels
- Lowers insulin spikes
- Promotes fat burning
- Enhances self-discipline
- Reduces emotional eating
- Improves digestive health
- Maintains ketosis state
- Boosts metabolic efficiency
- Reduces sugar cravings
- Enhances overall health