Health and fitness

Ketogenic diet 

The Ketogenic diet, popularly called the keto diet, is a low-carb, high-fat diet which is extremely popular for weight loss. It is also known for its benefits against diabetes and cancer. It works on the principle of ketosis, which is a metabolic state. The diet cuts carbs and increases the intake of fats through diet. The body uses this fat for energy and burns it, leading to weight loss.

                  There are certain foods that you can include in your diet when you are on a Keto diet. These foods are low on carbohydrates and high on fats and therefore perfect for your keto diet. There are also certain foods and beverages that you should absolutely avoid in order to make sure your keto diet works well.

 Cheese- One reason a lot of people love a ketogenic diet is that they can have cheese, which is low on carbs, high on fat, and extremely nutritious. Though rich in saturated fats, it is proven to not lead to any health risks related to the heart and is also proven to be helpful in building muscle mass and strength.

Eggs- Eggs are low on carbs and high on protein and therefore a great food item to include in your diet for keto and weight loss. Eggs keep you full, reduce blood sugar, and are extremely versatile and easy to make. Though the egg yolk contains cholesterol, eggs are known to modify the shape of LDL (bad cholesterol) to reduce heart conditions

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Cottage cheese- or vegetarians, one of the best options for a keto diet is cottage cheese or paneer. Pan fried cottage cheese cubes with a sprinkle of masala over them can not only keep you full but also provide you with the right nutrient balance for a keto diet. Cottage cheese is high in protein and contains very fewer carbs

Greek yoghurt- You can eat this as a dessert because most desserts are off the table when it comes to the keto diet. Rich in proteins and low on carbs, greek yoghurt can be mixed with cheese, cottage cheese or eggs, or had as a standalone snack or dessert with some natural sweetener.

Butter- Another reason the keto diet seems to be doable is the permission to use butter. Butter has fats but no carbs, and therefore makes for a good oil for cooking. You can also use coconut oil or olive oil for the same as they are also very low on carbohydrates

Dark chocolate- dark chocolate can be a great food item to include in your keto diet as they are delicious, very healthy, aid weight loss, and are very rich in antioxidants. Dark chocolate keeps the heart healthy, and also helps in detoxifying the body.