RECIPES VICKI RAVLICH-HORAN | IMAGES ASHLEE DECAIRES
I started this year with a little more determination than most to shed the extra kilos. After a number a lifestyle tweaks, from cutting down my caffeine and alcohol intake and finding ways to integrate exercise into my everyday life, I have started to tackle carbs, which are surprisingly harder than cutting the caffeine and wine! A ketogenic diet cuts your carb intake to just 5%. This means instead of relying on sugar (glucose) that comes from carbohydrates (such as grains, legumes, vegetables and fruits) for your energy, the body uses stored fat. I have found mealtimes a breeze, but my weak point is 3pm. You know that time of day when lunch was a while ago and dinner is a long way off. Having some delicious and healthy snack options on hand makes life really easy.
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