Foods permitted and prohibited on the ketogenic diet
The ketogenic diet is a low-carb, moderate-protein, high-fat diet designed to promote ketosis in the body. Instead of carbs, the body burns fat to make ketones for energy in this condition.
The following items are permitted and prohibited on the ketogenic diet:
Foods that are permitted include:
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Meat, such as beef, pig, lamb, chicken, and turkey.
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Fish and seafood, such as salmon, tuna, shrimp, and lobster.
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Egg
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High-fat cheeses, such as cheddar, brie, and mozzarella.
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Low-carb veggies, such as spinach, cauliflower, broccoli, zucchini, and kale.
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Healthy fats include olive oil, coconut oil, butter, cream, nuts, seeds, and avocados, among others.
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beverages: water, tea, coffee, sugar-free beverages, and so on.
Foods that are prohibited:
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Sugary carbohydrates: sugar, candy, fizzy drinks, and so forth.
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Cereals: bread, pasta, rice, morning cereals, and so on.
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Fruits with a high sugar content: bananas, apples, oranges, and so on.
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Starches: potatoes, maize, peas, beans, and so forth.
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Processed foods: packaged snacks, convenience foods, and so forth.
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Alcohol with a high sugar content: beer, sweet cocktails, etc.