Our Current Healthy Obsessions: Keto Diet Must Haves
The ketogenic diet is all the rage right now. This low-carb, moderate protein, high fat diet has been shown to improve your overall health by simply loading up on foods rich in fat such as dairy and fatty cuts of meat. However, most keto diets are filled with conventional meat and dairy products that are less than ideal for those with sensitivities and can contribute to higher levels of inflammation - exactly what you don't want when going keto. Our functional medicine team is all about doing keto as clean as possible, for some that includes eating meat and for others that means following a more plant-based approach from my book Ketotarian. Whatever way you decide to go keto, do so the clean way with our team's favorite keto-compliant healthy foods.
Andrea C. - Thrive Market Account
"The best way I've found to be able to stick with Keto is by having a Thrive Market account! It allows me to get all the best things at a fraction of the price.Things like affordable MCT oils, olives, avocado oil, bone broth, nuts and seeds, etc! And when my husband and I aren't Keto Thrive also allows us to get other things we enjoy, as well as healthy snacks for our kids. It was definitely is a family staple to have a Thrive account."
Emily B. - Epic Pork Rinds
"I love to grab a few Epic pork rinds any time I'm wanting a snack. There's multiple flavors, my favorite being sea salt. With little to no carbs and no gluten, they've been a staple in my snack drawer! Heads up though- they're hard to put down!"
Emily M. - Organic Coconut Cream
"Coconut cream is a must have for my dairy free keto friends! I cannot live without this in my pantry. Whether I want to make a creamy soup or just add some creamer to my coffee, coconut cream is one of my favorite keto foods/tools to bring in! Tip: I mix it with some ghee or bacon fat and nutritional yeast when adding to soups to keep that savory flavor!"
Erin M. - Ketotarian
"When it comes to sticking to a Keto diet and lifestyle a must have is Dr Will Cole's Ketotarian book! The book not only breaks down the different approaches to sticking to a consistent keto diet, but also provides recipes and coaching! The recipes paired with the knowledge of how to do keto well will really help and guide a true keto lifestyle that you enjoy!"
Hollie D. - Pearls Olives-to-Go Black Ripe Olives
"Black olives are one of my favorite snacks, hands down. Typically, I will eat way too many in one sitting, however this is a snack that I don't feel guilty over indulging."
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Josh B. - Primal Kitchen Account
“I sometimes find myself struggling to find keto products that not only adhere to my health journey, but also taste good. That's why I use a Primal Kitchen account to get all of my favorite products that I know aren't going to hinder my health. I'm especially in love with their sauce and dressing options - and they even have keto kits full of options whether you're just getting started on the diet or you're already a keto expert!"
Megan R. - LMNT Electrolytes Drink Mix
Tara R. - Coconut Butter Keto Cups
"I am a confessed chocoholic so when focusing on the Keto lifestyle, I love to have these treats/snacks. I get the unsweetened coconut butter. I get my chocolate fix and am able to get some added energy and satisfy hunger so it's a win win. They are made with great ingredients, free from some of the main inflammatory food groups. And bonus, they also taste yummy!"
Rosemary W. - Paleo Valley Beef Sticks
"I am notorious for "purse food", eating on the go since I have so much going on each day. Having snacks at the ready that are keto friendly can make all the difference in compliance, and PaleoValley beef sticks are the easiest thing to carry around and stay compliant. Jalapeno is my favorite flavor, but there's so many delicious ones to choose from!"
Yvette J. - Eaton Hemp Hemp Hearts
“When following a keto diet, it's important to me that I choose the cleanest foods possible that also provide the highest amount of essential nutrients. That's why I love hemp hearts because every serving contains 12 grams of essential omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. They are also a complete protein, which is rare for plant-based foods, since it contains all 9 amino acids! Eaton Hemp is the best brand I have found since they only use farm-to-table USDA certified organic hemp plants - which is super important considering hemp plants pull out toxins, pesticides, and heavy metals from the soil they're grown in. Needless to say, that's not what I want in my food! My favorite way to enjoy hemp hearts is on top of salads and blended into smoothies.”
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Dr. Will Cole, IFMCP, DNM, DC, leading functional medicine expert, consults people around the world via webcam and locally in Pittsburgh. He received his doctorate from Southern California University of Health Sciences and post doctorate education and training in functional medicine and clinical nutrition. He specializes in clinically researching underlying factors of chronic disease and customizing a functional medicine approach for thyroid issues, autoimmune conditions, hormonal imbalances, digestive disorders, and brain problems. Dr. Cole was named one of the top 50 functional medicine and integrative doctors in the nation and is the best selling author of Ketotarian and The Inflammation Spectrum.