If you're like me, you like to research things. How to write a screenplay? I only read the script for Juno like a million times. What area is cool, fun, and isn't brimming with crime? I found that after twenty or so apartment visits, looking at crime blotters, and lots and lots of prayer.
This ketogenic diet is pretty confusing at times; can I have nut butters or not, how many carbs am I not supposed to eat, will I freakin' survive?
Well, I've been reading AMA (Ask Me Anything) on Reddit of people who have, in fact, not only survived but have lost significant amounts of weight and kept it off. They mention things like counting carbs, obvs, but also weighing food, taking pictures, and being creative with their meals.
Since I'm starting this crazy journey, I've decided to log all the websites I've been finding helpful in educating me on the health factors, as well as the amazing recipes and stories of those that have survived and conquered.
Here are those little corners of the web that are helping me in this journey.
/r/keto or /r/xxketo: These are two of my favorite resources. Reddit, in case you don't know, is an internet forum where people can come to share ideas, pictures, or links. These two subreddits have a LOT to offer, from inspirational stories (also check out /r/progresspics), recipe swaps, and food reviews.
Nerd Fitness leans more towards the Paleo route, but nonetheless is an amazing source of motivation and learning about weight loss in general. I'm actually starting the body weight exercise training on here. It's pretty simple...just don't let that fool you. They also use Lego guys in a bunch of the illustrations.
I Breathe, I'm Hungry has AMAZING recipes. I'm jealous I didn't come up with some of these but so excited to try them out. There are also sample eating plans on there.
Ruled.me has a little bit of everything! The science behind ketosis and the diet, eating plans, and recipes. I like how it is organized, and they use pictocharts. This has helped me a lot with planning on eating keto on a budget.
Caveman Keto is the epitome of the keto website. Everyone who is anyone will guide you to this site first, everyone on Reddit loves it, and he even replies on the /r/keto subreddit! Tons of great, easy beginning plans. In fact, when I first tried keto in August, I lost 8-10 lbs. just doing his 7 day meal plan alone. I just get bored of things fast, and didn't like having those huge casseroles all the time.
Those are the resources I'm relying on for the most part, but will post other websites I come across here. I'm going to put my starting pics/measurements up soon. Also, feel free to friend me on My Fitness Pal.
Woohoo!
-C
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