Lets Party! Oh Wait, You’re On Keto!
Going to a party or get together tonight? Awesome! But wait, you’re on keto!
No need to panic, you can have a great time with your family and friends, all the while maintaining your keto diet code. Wondering how this is possible? It’s quite simple actually, plan and be prepared before hand!
Here, you will find out how you can maintain your high fat, low-carb lifestyle, and still get to eat delicious food regardless of where you are going. Whether it’s a night out with friends, a family dinner or grabbing a quick lunch during work hours, there’s no reason you shouldn’t be socializing!
When Going to a Restaurant
If you’re planning to eat at a restaurant, it would be best if you and your party agree on one beforehand. This will allow you to check out their online menu and see what suits you best. A lot of restaurants nowadays offer keto-friendly options and if not, you can always improvise:
- Go for items on the menu that are sugar free, low in carbs and high in fat
- Ditch the pastas, the breads, buns, rice and the potatoes
- Go for a salad with lots of olive oil on top
- Add toppings that are low in carbs, such as avocados, olives, bacon, shrimps, chicken, cheese and hard boiled eggs
- Order a burger or a sandwich but, without the bun/bread
- Go for a lettuce wrap for your sandwiches and burgers
Make a Stand!
Ask the waiter if they allow modifications to their menu items, if so, go crazy with the high fat, moderate protein and low carbs combos!
If the place consists of people who won’t serve you what YOU want, take matters into your own hands. Put aside or throw away the starchy and high-carb stuff! Do this before you dig-in to eliminate the temptation.
Go for the Fat!
Remember, keto is all about fulfilling your hunger without consuming carbs and protein. Because restaurant meals can be low in fat, you will have to do some additions of your own, such as:
- Ask for extra butter or olive oil on your salads and meats
- Go for sauces that contain high levels of fat and little-to-no sugar
- Switch up the dessert with a coffee or tea, and add extra cream
- Go for decaf (with lots of cream) if you don’t want to drink coffee late at night
- If you have to have an alcoholic drink, go for dry wine, red wine, light beer or club soda
- Still hungry? Order a berry plate with rich cream or a coffee with lots of butter
No Reason to Break the Streak!
Now you know what you have to do in order to stick with your keto diet even if you are going to a party. There are always options and because keto diet gives you so many options, you will always have a spot at the table with your friends and family!