The standard keto diet is considered the strictest form. There are other variations of the keto diet as below: - Targeted keto - Cyclical keto - High-Protein keto
When on a standard keto diet, according to Harvard School of Health, for a 2000 calorie diet, the breakdown would be about 165 grams of fat, 40 grams of carbohydrates, and 75 grams of protein.
There are two tools that many keto dieters use to help them keep track of the macros they consume. - A scale to weigh food portions - Macros tracking app
- Clean Out Your Fridge and Pantry - Create a Weekly Meal Plan - Try Intermittent Fasting
The keto flu consists of symptoms that can appear within the first week of starting the keto diet. Some of these symptoms include headaches, foggy brain, fatigue, nausea, and constipation, to name a few.
The keto diet may not be safe for everyone. For instance, people with type 2 diabetes who are generally overweight can see good results.