As you begin to limit your carb intake, your body will start to look for another source of energy. After about two to seven days of following the diet, your body will no longer have enough carbs to use for energy, and it will enter the state of ketosis. Upon entering ketosis, ketones are made and you begin burning fat for fuel.
Just because you're not eating as many carbs as you were before doesn't mean that you're going to go hungry. Instead of loading up on carbs, you'll be fueling your body with healthy fats by following this diet. What are healthy fats exactly? Let's take a look at the most health-boosting fats out there to learn how to increase fat intake on keto, and incorporate high-fat foods into your weekly meal plan.
When incorporating more healthy fats into your diet, you must reduce the number of unhealthy fats you're eating. Commercially baked goods, sugary drinks, and many snack foods contain hydrogenated oils loaded with trans fats. Even foods that are labeled as healthy often contain unhealthy additives. To guarantee that you're fueling your body with the best foods, be sure to read the nutrition labels and opt for naturally sweet foods.
Our Maple Sea Salt Granola uses only high-quality ingredients like whole grain oats, real maple syrup, coconut and hearty seeds. Baked to crispy perfection, this granola is a tasty treat that can be enjoyed as a healthy snack or added to milk or yogurt.
For another way to ensure that the food you eat is trans-fat free, opt for homemade snacks. These Sunflower Crackers are a great example of a healthful, low-carb, homemade meal that's easy to make!
Including a variety of omega-3 rich foods like fish, nuts and seeds is a great way to ensure that you are getting enough of this health-boosting nutrient. Diets high in omega-3 have been linked to several health benefits like lower blood pressure and reduced risk of disease.
For a mouthwatering dish packed with omega-3 fatty acids, we recommend making this Coconut Crusted Mahi. A flavorful meal, this dish features a blend of Southeastern Asian flavors that blend beautifully with mahi mahi. Organic Coconut Flour and Shredded Coconut are used in this recipe as a low-carb alternative to bread crumbs, whereas the mahi mahi adds a boost of protein and omega-3s that takes this dish to the next level.
We're nuts about nuts! Add nuts to a plate of your favorite veggies, sprinkle seeds atop of a delicious salad, or combine them both into a flavorful smoothie. Nuts and seeds are an excellent source of healthy fats, and because most of them are naturally low-carb, they can be eaten in moderation on a keto diet. Aside from being high in omega-3s, nuts are also a significant boost of protein and heighten the energy-boosting properties of a meal.
For a healthy, low carb snack, make this homemade Sunflower Seed Butter. Easy to make and great for you, this spread can be paired with just about anything for a tasty treat.
Incorporating more healthy fats into a keto diet doesn't have to be hard. After reading this article, we hope that you better understand the importance of good fats in a healthy diet and how you can easily incorporate them into your weekly meals. From making your own homemade snacks to knowing what to look for on nutrition labels, eating foods high in healthy fats will help you better achieve your health goals and introduce you to new flavors and meals!
Know of a healthy high-fat tip we didn't include in this list? We'd love to hear it! Let us know how you incorporate good fats into your diet in the comments below.
