- What Are Low Carb Foods?
- Printable List Of Low Carb Foods
- Get The Keto Food List PDF Here
- Low Carb Vegetables
- Leafy Greens
- Low Carb Fruits
- Healthy Fats
- Meat & Poultry
- Seafood
- Eggs & Full-Fat Dairy
- Nuts & Seeds
- Low Carb Beverages
- Low Carb Sweeteners
- Low Carb Flours & Baking
- Herbs
- Spices & Seasonings
- Low Carb Condiments
- Recipe Reviews
I’m so excited to be sharing this low carb foods list with you today! After following a low carb lifestyle for over a decade, I have a lot of experience with this and have compiled this list of foods with low carbs as a reference. I worked on it for months initially and have revised it several times over the years. There’s even a keto food list PDF available!
You can find my best low carb recipes here, but not everything you eat has to be a recipe. Whether you’re following a keto diet or simply wanting to eat more healthy high protein low carb foods, having a list of foods low in carbs is so convenient.
The list is divided into categories for convenience, and you can see the serving size and grams of net carbs for each food (straight from the USDA Food Composition Database). The servings are listed by both weight and unit, so you can decide what is easier for you to use. However, keep in mind that volumes can vary, so go by weight if you want exact measurement.
What Are Low Carb Foods?
The best low carb foods include leafy greens, low carb vegetables and fruits, healthy fats, meat, poultry, seafood, eggs, full-fat dairy, nuts and seeds, herbs, and spices. All of these are low in carbohydrates and won’t spike blood sugar levels. There are also low carb ingredients you can use for baking, such as almond flour, coconut flour, and natural sugar substitutes.
Avoid sugary and starchy foods, like grains (including bread and pasta, even if they are made with whole grains), beans, rice, and sugar.
If you’re just getting started, make sure to also check my full guide about how to start a low carb or keto diet and calculate your macros using the macro calculator to determine your optimal carb intake. (Also, read up on keto flu symptoms and remedies so that you can avoid that hurdle.)
And if you want everything done for you, check out the Wholesome Yum app — it’s free to try and includes custom meal plans, so you can eat exactly what you like and still have your meal planning and grocery list done for you.
Printable List Of Low Carb Foods
A lot of people have requested a low carb food list printable, and I have you covered! I offer my keto food list PDF (all low carb foods) for free to my email subscribers — and I promise no spam or strings attached. If you want the keto food list PDF, just fill out the form below and I’ll email it to you right away:
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GET IT NOWOtherwise, you can come back to this page anytime to see the low carb food chart collection for each category below. The nice thing about this website version is that it’s searchable and sortable.
If you want a shorter list of what to buy the first time you’re at the store shopping for low carb foods, check out this keto grocery list.
Low Carb Vegetables
Most vegetables make excellent high fiber low carb foods, with a few exceptions. The list below includes a range from moderate to very low carb vegetables. These are a a great source of vitamins and minerals.
Learn more about low carb vegetables here, including the best ones to eat, recipes, and which ones to avoid. Some examples to avoid include starchier veggies like carrots, white or sweet potatoes, and most types of beans.
Food | Serving size | Net carbs (g) |
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Artichokes | 1/2 cup (84g) | 5.2 |
Asparagus | 1 cup (134g) | 2.4 |
Bamboo shoots | 1 cup (151g) | 4.6 |
Bell peppers | 1 cup (92g) | 3.6 |
Broccoli | 1 cup (91g) | 3.6 |
Brussels sprouts | 1 cup (88g) | 4.6 |
Cauliflower (or cauliflower rice) | 1 cup (107g) | 3.2 |
Celeriac | 1/2 cup (78g) | 5.8 |
Celery | 1 cup (101g) | 1.4 |
Chili peppers | 1 pepper (1.4g) | 1 |
Cucumbers | 1/2 cup (52g) | 1.6 |
Eggplant | 1 cup (82g) | 2.3 |
Fennel | 1 cup (87g) | 3.7 |
Garlic | 1 clove (3g) | 0.9 |
Green beans | 1 cup (100g) | 4.3 |
Jalapeno peppers | 1 pepper (14g) | 0.5 |
Jicama | 1 cup (130g) | 5.1 |
Kelp noodles | 4 oz. (113 g) | 0 |
Leeks | 1/2 cup (45g) | 5.5 |
Mushrooms | 1 cup (86g) | 2.2 |
Okra | 1 cup (100g) | 4.3 |
Onions | 1/2 cup (58g) | 4.3 |
Poblano peppers | 1 pepper | 1.9 |
Pickles | 1 large (135g) | 1.9 |
Pumpkins | 1 cup (116g) | 6.9 |
Radishes | 1 cup (116g) | 2 |
Rhubarb | 1 cup (122g) | 2 |
Rutabagas | 1 cup (140g) | 8.9 |
Scallions (green onions) | 1 cup (100g) | 4.7 |
Shallots | 1 cup (10g) | 1.4 |
Shirataki noodles | 1 cup | 0 |
Snow peas | 1 cup (98g) | 4.9 |
Spaghetti squash | 1 cup (101g) | 5.5 |
Turnips | 1 cup (130g) | 6.1 |
Zucchini | 1 cup (113g) | 2.4 |
Yellow squash | 1 cup (113g) | 2.6 |
Leafy Greens
Leafy greens make excellent low carb foods, because they are filling, packed with fiber and nutrients, and very low in both carbs and calories.
Food | Serving size | Net carbs (g) |
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Arugula | 1 cup (20g) | 0.4 |
Beet greens | 1 cup (38g) | 0.2 |
Bibb lettuce | 1 cup (55g) | 0.6 |
Bok choy | 1 cup (70g) | 0.8 |
Broccoli rabe | 1 cup (40g) | 0.0 |
Butter lettuce | 1 cup (42g) | 0.5 |
Cabbage | 1 cup (89g) | 3.0 |
Chard | 1 cup (36g) | 0.8 |
Collard greens | 1 cup (256g) | 0.5 |
Endive | 1 cup (50g) | 0.1 |
Iceberg lettuce | 1 cup (57g) | 1.2 |
Kale | 1 cup (67g) | 3.4 |
Mustard greens | 1 cup (56g) | 0.8 |
Spinach | 1 cup (30g) | 0.4 |
Sprouts | 1 cup (33g) | 2.3 |
Romaine | 1 cup (47g) | 0.6 |
Watercress | 1 cup (34g) | 0.2 |
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You can enjoy fruit in moderation on a low carb diet. The following low carb fruits list includes the best ones to choose, which are primarily berries, avocados, and citrus that isn’t sweet. You can learn more about keto fruit here. Avoid high-sugar or tropical fruits, such as pineapple, bananas, apples, pears, and grapes.
Food | Serving size | Net carbs (g) |
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Avocados | 1/2 fruit (100g) | 1.8 |
Raspberries | 1/2 cup (61.5g) | 3.3 |
Blueberries | 1/2 cup (74g) | 8.9 |
Blackberries | 1/2 cup (72g) | 3.1 |
Coconuts, flesh | 1/2 cup (40g) | 2.5 |
Cranberries | 1/2 cup (55g) | 4.6 |
Currants | 1/2 cup (56g) | 5.3 |
Strawberries | 1/2 cup (76g) | 4.3 |
Lemons | 1 lemon (58g) | 3.8 |
Limes | 1 lime (67g) | 5.2 |
Olives | 1/2 cup (67g) | 2.2 |
Tomatoes | 1 cup (180g) | 4.8 |
Watermelon | 1/2 cup (76g) | 5.5 |
Healthy Fats
Healthy fats are crucial when cooking high fat low carb foods! They keep you full and satisfied. If you are keto, they also help you stay in ketosis.
All pure fats/oils are zero carb, but it’s recommended to avoid soy, corn, canola, “vegetable”, and cottonseed oils. These seed oils are usually GMO and highly processed.
When choosing fats for cooking, consider the smoke point to avoid exposure to carcinogens. Avocado oil, olive oil, and refined coconut oil work best for high-heat cooking. Any extra virgin oil, like extra virgin olive oil, will have a lower smoke point than a regular version.
Food | Serving size | Net carbs (g) |
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Avocado oil | 1 tbsp (14g) | 0 |
Butter | 1 tbsp (15g) | 0 |
Cocoa butter | 1 tbsp (13.6g) | 0 |
Coconut oil | 1 tbsp (13.6g) | 0 |
Ghee | 1 tbsp (13g) | 0 |
Lard, other animal fats | 1 tbsp (12.8g) | 0 |
MCT oil | 1 tbsp (14.5g) | 0 |
Olive oil | 1 tbsp (13.5g) | 0 |
Other nut & seed oils | 1 tbsp (~13.5g) | 0 |
Meat & Poultry
Meat and poultry options make great high protein low carb foods, because they have zero carbs (provided that there is no sugar added in the preparation). For keto, choose fattier cuts of meat when you can, or add fat when cooking. Grass fed, pasture raised meat and poultry is the healthiest choice if possible, but it’s not absolutely necessary.
Food | Serving size | Net carbs (g) |
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Bacon & sausage | 4 oz (113g) | 0 |
Beef – ground, steak, roast, veal | 4 oz (113g) | 0 |
Deli meats – beef, chicken, turkey, ham, etc. (no sugar added) | 4 oz (113g) | 0-1.7 |
Game meats – bison, venison, etc. | 4 oz (113g) | 0 |
Lamb – ground, chops, etc. | 4 oz (113g) | 0 |
Liver & other organ meats | 4 oz (113g) | 0-4.4 |
Pork – ground, chops, loin, ham, etc. | 4 oz (113g) | 0 |
Poultry – chicken, turkey, duck, quail, etc. | 4 oz (113g) | 0 |
Seafood
Fish and other seafood are great options for low carb high protein foods. Fish also provides an excellent source of healthy omega-3 fatty acid. Watch for carbs in shellfish, which can be a little higher than other protein types.
Food | Serving size | Net carbs (g) |
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Fish – cod, flounder, halibut, mahi-mahi, salmon, sardines, sea bass, snapper, tilapia, tuna, baked trout, etc. | 4 oz (113g) | 0 |
Shellfish – crab, clams, lobster, mussels, oysters, scallops, squid, shrimp, etc. | 4 oz (113g) | 0-3 |
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GET IT NOWEggs & Full-Fat Dairy
Milk is not keto (or low carb), but many other types of dairy products are. For those that can tolerate dairy, it makes a great addition to a low carb food list. Choose full-fat dairy over fat-free or low-fat, which is higher in carbs. For cheese in particular, check the keto cheese list.
Coconut cream is not dairy, but makes a great substitute and is included here. It’s thick and creamy, and often works instead of heavy cream, yogurt or even sour cream in recipes.
Eggs are also not dairy, but are listed in this section for convenience. They are found in the dairy section of the grocery store, but you can still enjoy them if you are dairy-free.
Food | Serving size | Net carbs (g) |
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Cheeses, all kinds – blue, brie, cheddar, dubliner, feta, goat, gouda, gorgonzola, gruyere, jack, mozzarella, parmesan, swiss, etc. | 1 oz (28g) | 0-1.5 |
Coconut cream | 1 tbsp (15g) | 1.7 |
Cream cheese | 1 tbsp (14.5g) | 0.8 |
Eggs | 1 egg (56g) | 0 |
Half & half | 1 tbsp (15g) | 0.7 |
Heavy cream | 1 tbsp(15g) | 0.4 |
Mascarpone cheese | 2 tbsp (28g) | 0.6 |
Sour cream | 1 tbsp (12g) | 0.6 |
Whole milk Greek yogurt | 1 cup (100g) | 9.7 |
Whole milk cottage cheese | 1/2 cup (105g) | 7.1 |
Whole milk ricotta cheese | 1/2 cup (62g) | 3.7 |
Nuts & Seeds
Nuts and seeds are low carb foods to enjoy in moderation. They can be easy to overendulge on, so portion control is important. Still, they make great snacks or additions to keto recipes.
Food | Serving size | Net carbs (g) |
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Almond butter | 2 tbsp (32g) | 2.7 |
Almonds | 1/4 cup (28g) | 3 |
Brazil nuts | 1/4 cup (33g) | 1.4 |
Chia seeds | 1 oz (28.35g) | 2.1 |
Coconut flakes | 3 tbsp (22.5g) | 3 |
Flax seeds | 2 tbsp (20.6g) | 0.4 |
Hazelnuts | 1/4 cup (34g) | 2.3 |
Hemp seeds | 3 tbsp (30g) | 1.4 |
Macadamia nuts | 1/4 cup (33g) | 1.7 |
Other nut butters – hazelnut, macadamia, pecan, walnut, etc. | 2 tbsp (~32g) | 0.5-3 |
Peanut butter | 2 tbsp (32g) | 4 |
Peanuts | 1/4 cup (36g) | 4.7 |
Pecans | 1/4 cup (36g) | 1 |
Pine nuts | 1/4 cup (36g) | 3.2 |
Pistachios | 1/4 cup (31g) | 5 |
Poppy seeds | 1 tbsp (8.8g) | 0.8 |
Pumpkin seeds | 1/4 cup (32g) | 3 |
Sesame seeds | 1 tbsp (9g) | 1 |
Sunflower seed butter | 2 tbsp (32g) | 5.7 |
Sunflower seeds | 1/4 cup (11.5g) | 1.3 |
Walnuts | 1/4 cup (30g) | 2 |
Low Carb Beverages
Whenever possible, drink water! It is by far the best beverage. You can change it up by adding lemons or cucumber slices.
That being said, there are other options that should be included in any complete low carb food list. Almond and coconut milk make great low carb alternatives to dairy milk that is high in carbs. Coffee and tea are perfectly fine, too.
Drinking alcohol can stall weight loss, but is okay to enjoy in moderation. Skip the fruity, sugar-laden drinks and beer; stick to either hard alcohol and dry wines. (Learn more about low carb alcohol options here.)
Food | Serving size | Net carbs (g) |
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Almond milk, unsweetened | 1 cup (240ml) | 1.5 |
Broth – chicken, beef, bone | 1 cup (241g) | 0-0.9 |
Broth – vegetable | 1 cup (221g) | 2 |
Coconut milk, canned, unsweetened | 1/2 cup (113g) | 3.2 |
Coconut milk, carton, unsweetened | 1 cup (240ml) | 1 |
Coffee | 1 cup (248g) | 0.5 |
Hard liquor | 1 fl. oz (27.8g) | 0 |
Tea | 1 cup (237g) | 0 |
Water | 1 cup (235ml) | 0 |
Wine, red or white, dry | 5 fl. oz (147g) | 3.1-3.7 |
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Here at Wholesome Yum, we recommend only natural low carb sweeteners. Artificial sweeteners are more likely to spike insulin and have less known long-term effects. For a more detailed look, read the keto sugar substitute guide here.
All the sweeteners in this list have 0 net carbs, because they either do not get absorbed or do not metabolize well. Serving sizes can vary by brand, depending on blend/concentration, so check the sweetener conversion chart if substituting sweeteners.
Food | Serving size | Net carbs (g) |
---|---|---|
Allulose | 1 tsp (4g) | 0 |
Chicory root | 1/2 cup (45g) | 0 |
Erythritol | 1 tsp (4g) | 0 |
Monk fruit | 1 tsp (4g) | 0 |
Stevia | 1 tsp (4g) | 0 |
Xylitol | 1 tsp (4g) | 0 |
Low Carb Flours & Baking
Who says you can’t enjoy baked goods on a low carb diet? You can! Of course, they are still best in moderation, but it’s definitely doable to make keto baking recipes — and they can help you stay on track.
Below is a list of common low carb flours and baking staples, such as thickeners and extracts. Always check labels to make sure no sugar or artificial additives are included.
Learning to bake with low carb flours takes time, because they behave differently from traditional wheat flour. Get started by following tried and true almond flour recipes, simple coconut flour recipes, or browse all my low carb dessert recipes!
Food | Serving size | Net carbs (g) |
---|---|---|
Almond flour | 1/4 cup (28g) | 2 |
Cocoa/cacao powder | 1 tbsp (5.4g) | 1.1 |
Coconut flour | 2 tbsp (14g) | 2 |
Hazelnut flour | 1/4 cup (28g) | 2 |
Macadamia nut flour | 1/4 cup (28g) | 2.9 |
Peanut flour | 1/4 cup (15g) | 2.8 |
Flax seed meal (plain or golden) | 2 tbsp (11g) | 0 |
Gelatin | 1 tbsp (7g) | 0 |
Glucomannan | 1/2 tsp (2g) | 0 |
Protein powder(whey, collagen, etc.), unsweetened | 1 scoop (~30g) | 0 |
Pork rinds | 1/2 oz (14g) | 0 |
Psyllium husk powder | 1 tsp (4g) | 0 |
Pure extracts – vanilla, fruit | 1 tsp (4.2g) | 0.1 |
Sunflower seed meal | 1/4 cup (28g) | 4 |
Chocolate, unsweetened baker’s or w/sweeteners above | 1 oz (29g) | 2.9-3.4 |
Xanthan gum | 1/2 tsp (0.7g) | 0 |
Herbs
Herbs make great additions to give your low carb foods flavor, with very little carb impact. Carbs listed below are based on chopped fresh herbs.
If using dried herbs, the conversion is 3:1. That is, 1 tablespoon fresh herbs = 1 teaspoon dried herbs. (This conversion applies for carb counts, as well as the recommended amount for recipes, because dried herbs are more concentrated in flavor.)
Food | Serving size | Net carbs (g) |
---|---|---|
Basil | 2 tbsp (5.3g) | 0 |
Bay leaves | 1 tbsp (0.6g) | 0.3 |
Chives | 1 tbsp (3g) | 0.1 |
Cilantro | 1 tbsp (1g) | 0.1 |
Dill | 1 tbsp (0.6g) | 0.1 |
Marjoram | 1 tbsp (0.6g) | 0.2 |
Mint | 1 tbsp (1.6g) | 0.1 |
Oregano | 1 tbsp (3g) | 0.3 |
Parsley | 1 tbsp (3.8g) | 0.1 |
Rosemary | 1 tbsp (1.7g) | 0.2 |
Sage | 1 tbsp (0.7g) | 0.1 |
Savory | 1 tbsp (1.4g) | 0.4 |
Tarragon | 1 tbsp (0.6g) | 2.1 |
Thyme | 1 tbsp (2.4g) | 1.2 |
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Including spices and seasonings in your food makes it a lot more interesting. Most spices and seasonings are suitable for low carb diet foods, but watch for added ingredients. Some spices or mixes add cornstarch or sugar, so you will want to avoid those.
Most seasoning mixes can be made at home without the weird ingredients — try homemade Italian seasoning, simple taco seasoning, spicy Cajun seasoning, 5 minute pork chop seasoning, or aromatic pumpkin pie spice.
Food | Serving size | Net carbs (g) |
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Allspice, ground | 1 tsp (1.9g) | 1 |
Black pepper | 1 tsp (2.3g) | 0.9 |
Cardamom | 1 tsp (2g) | 0.8 |
Cayenne pepper | 1/4 tsp (0.5g) | 0.2 |
Celery seed | 1 tsp (2g) | 0.6 |
Chili powder | 1 tbsp (8g) | 1.2 |
Cinnamon, ground | 1 tsp (2.6g) | 0.7 |
Cloves, ground | 1 tsp (2.1g) | 0.7 |
Cream of tartar | 1 tsp (3g) | 1.8 |
Cumin, ground | 1 tsp (2.8g) | 0.4 |
Curry powder | 1 tsp (2g) | 0 |
Fennel seed | 1 tbsp (5.8g) | 0.7 |
Garlic powder | 1 tsp (3.1g) | 2 |
Ginger, ground | 1 tsp (1.8g) | 1 |
Mustard, ground | 1 tsp (2g) | 0.4 |
Nutmeg, ground | 1 tsp (2.2g) | 0.6 |
Onion powder | 1 tsp (2.4g) | 1.5 |
Paprika (regular or smoked) | 1 tsp (2.3g) | 0.4 |
Red pepper, crushed | 1 tsp (2g) | 0 |
Salt (sea salt, Himalayan, etc.) | 1 tsp (6g) | 0 |
Turmeric | 1 tsp (3g) | 1.3 |
Low Carb Condiments
There are plenty of condiments that you can enjoy in foods with low carbs. Just watch for added sugar where you might not expect it, and skip high-sugar ones like pre-made ketchup or sweet dressings.
For any store bought items below, the numbers are based on those without added sugar. If possible, it’s better to make your own, using low carb ingredients and sugar-free or no sweetener.
Soy sauce is not on this list because it’s estrogenic and not recommended for clean keto, but coconut aminos makes a great substitute for cooking low carb foods. If you’re okay with “dirty keto” foods or not concerned about soy, carbs in soy sauce are still very low.
Food | Serving size | Net carbs (g) |
---|---|---|
Chimichurri sauce | 1 tbsp | 1 |
Coconut aminos | 1 tbsp (15ml) | 6 |
Dressings, oil or vinaigrette | 2 tbsp (~30g) | 2-3 |
Dressings, creamy (ranch, blue cheese, Caesar, etc.) | 2 tbsp (~30g) | 0-2 |
Horseradish | 1 tsp (5.6g) | 0.5 |
Hot sauce (sriracha, buffalo, red pepper sauce, etc.) | 1 tsp (6.5g) | 0.1 |
Lemon juice, lime juice | 2 tbsp (31g) | 0.7/2.5 |
Marinara sauce | 1/2 cup (132g) | 7.4 |
Mayonnaise | 1 tbsp (13.8g) | 0.1 |
Mustard | 1 tsp (5g) | 0.1 |
Pesto sauce | 1/4 cup (61g) | 2.8 |
Salsa | 2 tbsp (36g) | 1.7 |
Vinegar – white, apple cider | 1 tbsp (15ml) | 0 |
Vinegar – balsamic | 1 tbsp (16g) | 2.7 |
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Jessica Lanzetta
0Can you please send the PDF of the list over? Thanks so much!
Wholesome Yum
0Hi Jessica, sign up with the form in the post above. I’ll send it to you right away!
Kristi
0I would love to receive a copy of the PDF food list please.
Wholesome Yum
0Hi Kristi, sign up using the form in the post above and I’ll send it to you right away!
Char
0I plan on starting this today. Thanks for such a great site for all us keto people. I did not know this was low on the protein area and more on the fat & low carb area. So glad I found that out here. Thanks for all the great stuff here!!!
Malek
0Thank you so much for this information, I’m planning to start a Keto diet but I would appreciate it if you can guide me on where to get the PDF?
Wholesome Yum
0Hi Malek, use the form in the post above to add your email, and I’ll send you the PDF right away!
Linda Kincaid
0Great info‼️
Kim
0What an awesome & informative list! Thank-you, this is all new to me; as I am a total beginner on this Keto journey!
Donna
0Interested ready to start
Anne
0Hi, good day.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for such an extensive website. I have been sourcing the web concerning keto diets, plans, etc but they were not giving the information free. If they were, not this extensive as your site. Once again thank you and I will be recommending your site to my friends.
Donald Krell
0Is alcohol allowed on a keto diet?
Maya | Wholesome Yum
0Hi Donald, You can read about alcohol on keto here.
Trish Rhodes
0Loving all the info just a question, MCT oil have never come across it .
Robin Monasmith
0Hello, Can you please send me the Keto food list in PDF? Thanks!
Wholesome Yum
0Hi Robin, sign up using the form in the post and I’ll email it to you right away!
Sandy
0This list was very helpful. I was so confused on how to start a Keto diet. Which I still am but not as much. Your info is very helpful. But I could use a little more specific help if possible
Wholesome Yum L
0Hi Sandy, I am so glad the Food List was helpful. There are other areas on our website with helpful information. Be sure to check out this area for more help: Low Carb & Keto Diet Plan.
Benjamin Willis
0Exactly how do I get your printable food list? Your link just sends me back in a vicious circle!
Wholesome Yum L
0Hi Benjamin, our Printable Food List is available in the Member’s Only area. If you signed up for to receive our Newsletter you should have received an email with instructions on how to access this area.
Cheryl Wheeler
0So excited when I started KETO! Have enjoyed reading your recipes. I have lost 4 lbs this week!
Mary Beatty
0I’ve tried numerous times to get the printable food list and have been unable to receive it by email.
Wholesome Yum L
0Hi Mary, check to see if you have an email from hello@wholesomeyum.com in your spam/junk folder with instructions on how to access our Member’s Only Area. You can get the list from there.
Trish Nixon
0Ready to get started!
Duane
0I am 65 n weigh 265 I have type 2 diabetes. I started a Keto diet 4weeks ago and have gained in stead of losing weight. I did the macro calculator. It says I need 2267 calories 4 % carbs, 26% protein and 70% fats. I know I am eating way less than 2267 calories probably too many carbs. Do I need to eat more calories
Maya | Wholesome Yum
0Hi Duane, Carbs and calories are a limit, not a goal, so you don’t have to meet them if you are not hungry for more. If you are eating too many carbs, that is likely the reason you aren’t losing weight. I hope you’ll join our support group to get some help!
G
0Hey Duane,
No matter what they say, calories count. Lots. And you will never lose weight eating that many.
Try going down to 1500 and 30 carbs. The weight will fall off.
Marilyn
0And try intermittent fasting…slowly. That’s key. I just list 10 lb. This week. Granted some of my initial weight loss is fluids, due to carbs carry water. ..but it’s encouraging. Try fasting for 15 to 16 hours somewhere in your day. You’ll be encouraged .
Jane Hurley
0Thank you for these listings. I’m particularly happy that the foods are listed as NET carbs; that makes it SO much easier. I’m just getting started and was finding it very difficult to count the carbs accurately.
Julia
0Well! So confused don’t know exactly how to start…. hubby is with me on this he does the grocery shopping,
I am a bariatric patient 3 yrs now, gained about ….oh, I want to say 10 pounds but I feel I need to lose 12 to 15. BMI is 27 or something of the sort. Where do we begin? Groceries, meals, or just start doing all vegetables and no carbs..?
Wholesome Yum
0Hi Julia, you might benefit from my easy keto challenge, which gives you step by step guidance for getting started on keto. For specific questions, I recommend talking to your doctor.
Kassie
0Love this! This helps so much!