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It may be time to peel back the label on
some of these bread options to see: are they really keto? Aldi is one store that boasts an affordable solution with their La Oven brand, which boasts zero net carbs (total carbohydrates minus fiber). At under $3. 00 per loaf, it seems like a great option, but it could still impact your metabolism. To find out if it really passes muster, we take a deep dive into Aldi keto bread in our article here. The bottom line with store-bought products?
Take a look at the ingredients, do your own research, check to see if it’s Ketogenic Certified, and, most importantly, find out how your own body reacts. One way is to test your ketones before and after eating the product. Get Creative with Keto Bread If you still
want to enjoy a sandwich, a piece of toast, or even a slice of French toast, you may have to get a bit more creative with your diet. While some store-bought keto breads are an acceptable substitute, they are often cost-prohibitive for many people on the keto diet. Stick to some of our tried and true recipes to help you get the most nutritional value for the lowest number of carbs!Whether you are just starting the keto lifestyle or have been in ketosis for some time, you may be eager to expand the variety of your snacks beyond avocados and cheese. Snack time can be a bit of a challenge when you’re low-carb, but it doesn’t have to be. There are tons of snack options out
there that offer a satisfying alternative to high-calorie and high carb snacks with little nutritional value.
That being said, one or two slices of an apple probably aren’t enough to kick you out of ketosis, but it depends on your goals, preferences, and individual metabolism. Tip: Adding fat like coconut cream or whipped cream slows the blood sugar rise associated with eating fruit. Berries and cream for dessert, anyone?Keto SweetenersOf course, you know sugar and honey and sugary syrups are off-limits. Artificial sweeteners like sucralose (found in Splenda® products) are believed to have little to no effects on blood sugar and insulin levels, but this can depend on the person and how often they consume them. Some studies have associated the consumption of these diet sodas and artificial sweeteners with a greater risk of type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome. If you’re ever unsure about how a product impacts your blood sugar or ketones, it’s always best to check by testing your glucose or ketone levels.