I started doing Strict Keto after a normal checkup found I was pre-diabetic. I was directed to lose weight and cut down my sugar intake. In 3 months, I lost 30 lbs. I hit a wall. I love berries and fruits and they are virtually off limits on Strict. I wanted to continue my success (30 […]

I have been sugar addicted and an emotional eater for most of my adult life. I have tried several diets and always failed because I never felt full or satisfied. On a whim, I decided to try Keto Chow after seeing a Facebook ad. I love the taste, and I lost my sugar cravings almost […]

It’s not news to any of us that New Year’s resolutions don’t always stick around. (At least one study says that most resolutions are abandoned by January 19, which is just…ouch.) But why? If we’re so determined to exercise five days a week, or lose that last 15 pounds, why doesn’t that translate into results? […]

For some of us, it can be especially difficult to stay on track during the holiday season. With parties, traditional foods, and even just how busy this time of year is, it can be hard to say no to all the sugar and other carbs that come our way. Fortunately, none of us have to […]

With all the crazy good Black Friday deals coming up, you may be thinking “Hmmm. There’s so much to choose from. Where do I start?”*  You’re in luck! We’ve included picks for everyone on your list.** Or you know. Just for you. Because you deserve some pretty awesome stuff this season, too. (#TreatYourself?) For the […]

No gluten? No problem! There’s a gluten-free (GF) version of pretty much everything now, but how do you know what’s actually good? Here are some of our failsafe, easy gluten-free recipes… Breakfast 1. Banana-Walnut Bars All the flavor of the classic banana muffin…but it’s GF (obviously). And in bar form, so it’s even easier to […]

We’ve covered the difference between the two in another post. But today let’s look at how to go gluten free successfully. Why gluten free? Some people show interest in eating a gluten-free diet because they think it will be healthier than the standard American diet. Sometimes it can be. But like most things, the devil […]

Choosing to eat healthier and live a keto lifestyle doesn’t mean that treats are off the menu! Here are some of our favorite easy keto dessert recipes that come together quickly and easily so that you won’t have to wait long to satisfy your sweet tooth…with no sugar in sight. 1. Raspberry Cheesecake Fluff You […]

Quick update on Keto Chow best by dates. Over the last several months, the shelf life of a number of our flavors have been recertified for an additional two years. This means the recommended shelf life is a total of four years. (So it’s even better for the Zombie Apocalypse than you may have originally […]

Whether you’ve been keto for two days or 20 years, figuring out what to have for breakfast may be one of the hurdles that you face. If you’re used to grabbing a grain bar or enjoying a bowl of sugary cereal, what foods can you enjoy as you start your day? Fortunately, there are plenty […]

A ketogenic diet is a way of eating that leads to ketosis. But what exactly is ketosis? And how do you know you are in ketosis (a.k.a. a ketogenic state)? What is ketosis? Ketosis, or nutritional ketosis, is the scientific name for when your body uses ketones and fat for fuel instead of carbohydrates. Typically, […]

“Losing weight” is one of the most common goals that often brings people to keto. But with so much emphasis placed on that, it can be easy to lose sight of the many other reasons that someone may choose to eat this way. Let’s go back to basics here and talk about what keto is […]

You likely won’t spend much time in online keto spaces before hearing talk of the dreaded keto flu, with fellow keto-ers commiserating together, recommending pickle juice and maybe sharing GIFs in solidarity. But what is the keto flu, and more importantly, how can you avoid it? What is the keto flu? Simply put, the “keto […]

When you’re new to keto (and sometimes even when you’ve been around the keto block a few times!), it’s easy to assume that if something is labeled as gluten free (GF), it would also be low carb. It’s even easier to assume that something labeled keto or low carb would be gluten free. But this […]

What happens to those classic meat and potatoes meals when they go keto? The good news is there’s a whole new selection of low-carb vegetables to add variety and flavor without the sugars and starches! There’s more to low-carb potato substitutes than cauliflower mash. Here are some low-carb vegetables that add variety, vitamins, minerals, and […]

With the release of our recent e-book, the PSMF Guide, where we spotlight some incredible PSMF recipes courtesy of Maria Emmerich (cookbook author extraordinaire), we wanted to provide you with a resource roundup that you can use if you choose to try PSMF and incorporate it into your keto plan.  References and information articles “What […]