11/04/2024
Why did I really want to switch to a ketogenic diet? I reached a point in my life where I began to feel changes in my body. At first, I attributed it to being 36 years old, almost 40, but I quickly dismissed that thought because, after all, 36 isn’t old, and I should feel better instead of constantly tired, sluggish, and lacking energy. I had frequent headaches, muscle and joint pains, and my belly started to grow like never before. I noticed something strange on my body, which turned out to be cellulite. My gut was my worst enemy; I often experienced intestinal colic, which was unbearable. My skin was dull with constant issues, and my nails were weak. In general, I felt awful enough to tell myself that I needed to change. I tried conventional diets, but eating five meals a day in large quantities totaling 2000kcal wasn’t for me. I wasn’t used to eating so often, and working from home didn’t help. Constantly sitting in front of the computer took its toll on my legs and hips. Fortunately, I came across a fantastic book that allowed me to ease into the keto diet and feel better. I’m only at the beginning, but I already see results in terms of my mood and energy. The main thing I changed was the products I consumed. Of course, this doesn’t mean I significantly changed my approach to eating, by which I mean I didn’t stop eating meat or desserts - NO! I just started buying organic products from farmers. I’m incredibly lucky to live in northern England where farming is popular, and I can easily buy higher-quality vegetables and meat. Of course, don’t expect to get organic watermelon in the winter on the islands! So what to do? Simply change your menu according to seasonal vegetables, which will allow you to cook delicious and fresh dishes. Additionally, I added more fish to my menu. I found a fantastic company that sells fresh fish, and I always choose those that are popular in my region, and again, the universe blessed me because I live near the coast. Nothing but gratitude for such goodness :) Part 2 in next post