KETO 101

Welcome to the Nature's Garden world of keto - a world where dietary snacking can be both functional and delicious. We believe that everyone has the right to truly delightful snacks that won't compromise health goals, that's why we're committed to supporting you on your keto journey! Or, if you're simply looking to cut a few crabs and avoid some sugar, stop by and take a look as well - we've got the healthy goods!

What is the Ketogenic Diet?

The ketogenic diet is a high fat, low carbohydrate diet that has the Nature’s Garden family moving and grooving! And right now, our line of keto-friendly products support you in that mission! (Psst… our favorite right now is Keto Snack Mix. We can’t stop munching on this sensational snack, loaded with crunchy nuts and cheese balls!) And it’s not just us – the keto diet has become a popular diet to adopt if your goal is to lose weight and may help manage medical conditions such as epilepsy, heart disease, brain diseases, and even acne. The key ingredient in the keto diet is a natural process occurring in the body called ketosis.

What is Ketosis?

Ketosis is a process by which the body turns fat into energy. Typically, your body runs on glucose, created when carbohydrates are broken down. When you reduce your carb intake, your body searches for other ways to create energy. Your blood sugar drops, fat is released from your cells, and the liver then turns the fat into energy.

What are the challenges to maintaining a ketogenic diet?

The ketogenic diet is a high fat, low carbohydrate diet that has the Nature’s Garden family moving and grooving! And right now, our line of keto-friendly products support you in that mission! (Psst… our favorite right now is Keto Snack Mix. We can’t stop munching on this sensational snack, loaded with crunchy nuts and cheese balls!) And it’s not just us – the keto diet has become a popular diet to adopt if your goal is to lose weight and may help manage medical conditions such as epilepsy, heart disease, brain diseases, and even acne. The key ingredient in the keto diet is a natural process occurring in the body called ketosis.

EASY KETO SWAPS

There’s so many delicious snacks to indulge in when it comes to going keto, but more importantly, there’s a list of foods and snacks to avoid. You don’t have to go nuts to find snacks that fuel your body and keep your cravings at bay while on a keto diet. Speaking of nuts… they are the perfect keto-friendly snack. However, it’s important to be aware of which nuts are best and which ones you might want to avoid. Let’s break down how this powerful snack is perfect for any keto diet!

GRAINS

Cereal, crackers, rice, pasta, bread...

VEGGIES

Get creative and cut carbs by creating your own pastas from shredding or spiraling vegetables

STARCHY VEGETABLES

Corn, potatoes, sweet potatoes, beets

LEAN GREENS

Chow down on more broccoli, cauliflower, green beans, bell peppers, zucchini and spinach

HIGH SUGAR FRUITS

Bananas, raisins, dates, pears, mangoes

BERRIES & AVOCADO

Eat more berries and incorporate avocado into your diet wherever possible

JUICES

Fresh juices, natural or regular

WATER

Eat more berries and incorporate avocado into your diet wherever possible.

SWEETENERS

Honey, syrup or sugar

DARK CHOCOLATE

Dark chocolate supports heart health with antioxidants that may lower heart disease risk

BAKED GOODS

Bread, muffins or cakes

OVERNIGHT OATS

If you're craving comfort, try a keto-friendly snack like keto overnight oats to replace baked goods.

GO NUTS FOR KETO

When it comes to incorporating nuts into your keto diet, it’s important to choose nuts that support your macronutrient ratio and the specific keto diet you’re on! Nuts are the ideal keto snack, however moderation is key. Even the nuts in red don’t necessarily have to be avoided entirely. It’s about understanding how much carbs, fat, and protein are in each serving size and moderating accordingly. If you’re looking to keep your body in ketosis and not compromise on tasty treats, we’ve got exactly what you need. For our keto range, visit our Keto Snacks!

GO NUTS FOR KETO

When it comes to incorporating nuts into your keto diet, it’s important to choose nuts that support your macronutrient ratio and the specific keto diet you’re on! Nuts are the ideal keto snack, however moderation is key. Even the nuts in red don’t necessarily have to be avoided entirely. It’s about understanding how much carbs, fat, and protein are in each serving size and moderating accordingly. If you’re looking to keep your body in ketosis and not compromise on tasty treats, we’ve got exactly what you need. For our keto range, visit our Keto Snacks!

ALMONDS

FAT
49g/100g
PROTEIN
21g/100g
CARBS
21g/100g

BRAZIL NUTS

FAT
67g/100g
PROTEIN
11g/100g
CARBS
14g/100g

CASHEWS

FAT
46g/100g
PROTEIN
31g/100g
CARBS
14g/100g

HAZELNUTS

FAT
60g/100g
PROTEIN
17g/100g
CARBS
14g/100g

WALNUTS

FAT
46g/100g
PROTEIN
31g/100g
CARBS
14g/100g