Keto

Discover how the Healthy Keto® approach can transform your health. Here you’ll find easy-to-use tools, guides, tips, and articles to help you start and maintain your keto lifestyle.

What is keto?

The basics of keto explained.

How to get started – keto for beginners

Begin your keto journey with these essential reads:

Topics to support your journey

Begin your keto journey

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Stay on track

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Keto troubleshooting and support

  • Keto Flu: Causes, Symptoms, and Remedies
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    Keto Flu: Causes, Symptoms, and Remedies

    Keto is a low-carb, high-fat diet that promotes weight loss, supports healthy blood sugar levels, and may reduce the risk of cardi…

    04/09/2025 35.4k views
  • What Is Keto Rash?
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    What Is Keto Rash?

    You recently started keto and now have an itchy rash? You may have developed a keto rash. Keto rash can happen during the early we…

    04/09/2025 73.4k views
  • Low or No Ketones in Urine While on Keto—Why?
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    Low or No Ketones in Urine While on Keto—Why?

    It can be confusing to find that you have low or no ketones in your urine after diligently following the keto diet for months. Doe…

    04/09/2025 59.4k views
  • What Kicks You Out of Ketosis?
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    What Kicks You Out of Ketosis?

    Understanding what kicks you out of ketosis is important to maintain fat-burning and maximize the health benefits of a keto lifest…

    04/09/2025 73.5k views
  • Keto Headaches: Causes and Solutions
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    Keto Headaches: Causes and Solutions

    You may have noticed frequent headaches since you started your keto journey. Keto headaches are a common side effect of adapting t…

    04/09/2025 13.7k views
  • Medications That Interfere with Ketosis
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    Medications That Interfere with Ketosis

    The many health benefits of the ketogenic diet are hard to ignore, but medications can interfere with ketosis however many people …

    04/09/2025 114.5k views
  • Muscle Twitching After Starting Keto
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    Muscle Twitching After Starting Keto

    I often hear from people who begin to notice muscle twitching after starting keto. A few days in, they’ll have little spasms…

    04/09/2025 22.3k views
  • Keto Electrolytes: How to Stay Hydrated on a Keto Diet
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    Keto Electrolytes: How to Stay Hydrated on a Keto Diet

    Electrolytes are essential minerals that maintain the body’s fluid balance while regulating nerve and muscle function. …

    04/09/2025 12.7k views
  • How Long Does the Keto Flu Last?
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    How Long Does the Keto Flu Last?

    If you recently started your keto journey, you may feel unwell, similar to having the flu. Experiencing these flu-like symptoms (t…

    04/08/2025 11.8k views
  • Eight Reasons You’re Gaining Weight on Keto
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    Eight Reasons You’re Gaining Weight on Keto

    Weight loss isn’t as simple as just increasing your fat intake and limiting carbs. There are many hormonal and metabolic fac…

    04/08/2025 14.6k views

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Overcome common keto challenges

FAQs

Find answers to common keto questions.

What is ketosis?  

Ketosis is a natural state where your body switches from burning sugar to burning fat for fuel. When you keep your carbs low enough, your body produces ketones—an efficient fuel source that supports energy, brain function, and fat loss. 

Do I need to test my ketones?  

You don’t have to. Testing can be helpful at first, but what really matters is how you feel—steady energy, fewer cravings, better focus, and fat loss are all signs you’re on the right track. 

Can I have cheat days on keto? 

Cheat days can really throw you off. Even one high-carb day can spike insulin and kick you out of ketosis, leading to cravings, bloating, and fatigue. Consider a keto-friendly treat instead.

How long can I do keto?

You can follow a healthy version of keto long-term. The key is doing it the right way—with nutrient-rich foods, not just bacon and butter. When done properly, it’s a sustainable lifestyle, not just a short-term diet. 

What are the benefits of keto?  

Keto helps your body burn fat efficiently, but the benefits go beyond weight loss. People often report more energy, better focus, fewer cravings, improved mood, and healthier blood sugar levels. When combined with intermittent fasting, those results can be even more powerful.

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Keto myths and misconceptions

Fact or fiction?

These reads debunk common misunderstandings about the keto diet.

Combining keto with intermittent fasting

Advanced tips

  • How Much Fat Should I Eat on Keto?
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    How Much Fat Should I Eat on Keto?

    The ketogenic diet is praised for its potential to promote weight loss, improve metabolic health, and enhance cognitive function.&…

    04/09/2025 53.7k views
  • Keto Fats: Your Guide to the Best and Worst
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    Keto Fats: Your Guide to the Best and Worst

    Ketogenic diets limit carbohydrate intake while obtaining most of the daily calorie requirements from fat. However, the quality of…

    04/09/2025 42k views
  • Why You Should Avoid Carb Cycling on Keto
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    Why You Should Avoid Carb Cycling on Keto

    Carb cycling is a popular dietary pattern, particularly among athletes, that alternates between high-carb days and low-carb days. …

    04/09/2025 17.1k views
  • Exogenous Ketones: What Are They and Do They Work?
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    Exogenous Ketones: What Are They and Do They Work?

    Endogenous ketones are organic acids released as a by-product of fat-burning when the body is in a metabolic state of ketosis. In …

    04/09/2025 25.3k views
  • How to Lower Your Cholesterol on Ketogenic Diet
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    How to Lower Your Cholesterol on Ketogenic Diet

    Whether the keto diet is effective often leads to concerns about its impact on cholesterol levels. There’s a common misconce…

    04/09/2025 13.1k views

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