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Taking Your First Steps
How To Get Started
Start with fasting for one-to-two days. Be sure to drink plenty of
water during this time. This will force the body to burn through all of
its available carbohydrates—an excellent way to kick-start your body
into ketosis. Also, check with your healthcare practitioner before
starting your fast.
Now it’s time to stock your pantry with plenty of keto foods so you’re
prepared to start your journey once your fast is completed.
Pick up the Garden of Life Dr. Formulated Keto line of products.
They’re a great way to make your ketogenic diet more
convenient. These easy-to-mix powders take the guesswork out
of counting fats, protein and carbs. Use as a meal replacement or
add to shakes, smoothies and use in cooking or baking. The options
are endless.
Plan your first week of menus so you’re prepared. Check out our
sample menu and keto recipes beginning on page 12 to help guide
you through the process. Once you get the hang of it, you’ll develop
your own combinations of keto-acceptable foods and ratios that are
pleasing to your palate.
Be sure to get your body in motion. Whether you are trying to lose
weight or achieve optimum health with your ketogenic lifestyle,
exercise is an extremely important piece of the puzzle. If you don’t
already have a fitness routine, do something you enjoy. Just walking
briskly for 30 minutes, three-to-four times per week is a great way
to get moving. Go skating, biking, hiking—have fun! Exercise and
movement will also help with digestion—very important when
adopting a ketogenic lifestyle.
David Perlmutter, M.D., F.A.C.N
A leading expert on the human microbiome and New York Times best-selling author,
David Perlmutter, M.D. is a board-certified neurologist and Fellow of the American
College of Nutrition. Additionally, Dr. Perlmutter is a founding member and fellow of the
American Board of Integrative and Holistic Medicine. Dr. Perlmutter and Garden of Life are
responsible for the Dr. Formulated line of products.
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