It’s easy to know what to eat on a keto diet, but what about what to drink? Specifically, how much water should you drink on keto? Water accounts for as much as 70 percent of an adult’s body weight, so the question of hydration isn’t a trivial one. And yet, our ancestors didn’t trek across […]

Can you follow a Mediterranean diet and eat keto at the same time?  Yes! You can follow the principles of a Mediterranean diet and, as long as you keep the carbs low, it’ll be keto. Let’s take a closer look at how to do a Mediterranean keto diet. What is the Mediterranean Diet? According to […]

By Keto Chow Co-Founders Chris and Miriam Bair When we started on our keto journey nine years ago, we had no idea where that journey would lead us. We certainly never anticipated being where we are now, that’s for sure! However, we’ve learned a lot as we’ve committed to living a healthier lifestyle. Sometimes people […]

No one wants to give up the welcoming warmth of coffee when they decide to go keto. Thankfully, you don’t have to! In fact, says our own resident keto expert and Certified Nutrition Specialist Amy Berger, keto coffee is actually just coffee.  What keto-friendly creamers can I use? “You don’t need to add tons of […]

Looking to bulk up your athletic game with some high-calorie, low-carb foods? Here are some calorie-dense offerings that can help you stay full and energized. Our List How these foods can help you Energy Boost The fats and proteins in calorie-dense options such as bacon or beef jerky are easily digestible and can make sure […]

Looking for an easy treat to make for you and your family? Then check out these delicious keto desserts with 4 ingredients or less. 1. Strawberry Lemonade Ice Pops A fun, easy, protein packed snack. (You can even freeze them for a cooling treat!) 2. Root Beer Candies Sweeten your day with these delicious, easy-to-make […]

Let me consult my crystal ball and tell you exactly how many calories women should eat.  Oh, wait. I can’t do that. It turns out the human body is more complex than a dollar store calculator. If only we could put in precise mathematical inputs and be guaranteed precise results. Unfortunately, things are a bit […]

There’s a reason that people reach for chocolate after a bad day. Studies have found a few components in chocolate that contribute to those feelings but really the main takeaway is this: chocolate = happiness. And luckily, there are some great keto options when you are craving some chocolatey goodness. These are my personal favorite […]

The keto diet is everything you dreamed it would be. You’ve lost weight, you’re much less hungry, your blood sugar and blood pressure are getting closer to normal, and brain fog is gone. But what about those headaches?! What causes headaches on keto? What can you do about them? 1. Sodium This isn’t a strictly […]

YES! There’s a common belief in exercise science that has gym enthusiasts reaching for the nearest pasta bowl post-workout: we need carbohydrates to build muscle. From athletes chugging sugary sports drinks to weightlifters following carb-heavy diets, there’s no denying the popular belief that carbs fuel muscle growth. At a glance, this makes sense: we need […]

Cleanses and detox programs are awfully tempting. The packages are covered with catchy phrases and promises for better health within just days. Lose weight! Detoxify! Boost antioxidants! Alkalize your body! But is there any merit to these? Should you do a juice cleanse on a keto diet? Why Do a Juice Cleanse? It’s understandable to […]

It’s no secret that lots of people hit a stall or plateau when trying to lose weight on a keto diet. Nothing is more frustrating than weight not moving when you’re working hard and doing “everything right.”  So, how can you break a stall and get stubborn fat moving again? The Speed Keto™ program is […]

It’s not exactly a news flash to say that sugary sodas are not healthy—and that they are simultaneously extremely popular. The good news is that there are some sugar-free alternatives that are relatively keto-friendly for when the craving strikes. The even better news is that most of these are widely available, so they’ll be easy […]

This is a question that may come up when people find out you’re following a ketogenic diet, or maybe you’ve even wondered about it yourself. It’s hard to deny that keto is great for weight loss and reversing conditions like type 2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, and more. But that doesn’t automatically imply that it’s safe […]

There’s something about the salty, crispy, crunchy nature of chips that can make them hit the spot in a way nothing else can. Here are my favorite keto-friendly options when I am looking for chips for a quick snack, or to use with a dip. This article may contain links to affiliate websites, and Keto […]

Let’s cut right to the chase: is keto crotch a thing? The easy answer: no. What is keto crotch? That’s easy: it’s nothing. It’s completely made up. Beginning around March 2019, social media was abuzz with articles warning women not to try a keto diet, lest they face the dreaded “keto crotch.” Somehow, eliminating sugar […]