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The ketogenic diet (keto for short) has become a hot nutrition trend in the last few years.
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If you’re unsure about what’s safe to snack on, you are in luck.
And for more inspiration, check out these43 Healthy Keto Snack Recipes for Weight Loss.
Chia seeds
Chia seeds are a healthy foodpacked with fiber, protein, and healthy fats.
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“Use stevia or monk fruit to sweeten.”
Cacao Nibs
Craving chocolate but want to stay on track with your low-sugar, low-carb goals?
Sabat recommends cacao nibs.
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Avocado
Pass the guac!
Avocados are one of the best keto diet foods thanks to theirhigh healthy fat contentand low carbohydrate count.
Their high fat content and zero-sugar status make them a must for keto devotees.
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Almonds
Anotherprotein-packed pick, almonds are a great choice for keto dieters.
They also happen to be particularlylow in sugar and carbohydrates, a dream come true for people going keto.
Don’t be afraid to place a couple of slices atop your next (bun-free) burger.
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Wild Salmon
Salmonis a go-to for most diets and the keto diet is no exception.
Stick with wild varieties of this pink-hued fish which are more sustainable and nutrient-dense than their farmed counterparts.
Spinach is alsorich in iron, potassium, and fiber, all of which have major health benefits.
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Macadamia Nuts
Try these tropical nuts the next time you get tired of popping almonds.
Macadamia nuts have the samelow-carb contentand also boast high concentrations of vitamin A and magnesium.
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The grass-fed variety has agreater concentration of nutrientslike vitamin A, vitamin E, and healthier omega-3 fats.
With an abundance ofheart-healthy monounsaturated fatand vitamin E, olive oil is one of the best choices for lipids.
The stalky green is rich in glutathione, a compound with major cancer-fighting benefits.
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A study published in the journalCancersfound that glutathione participates in cell protection and regulation.
Coffee
Caffeine fiends are in luck:coffeeis included in a keto diet food list.
Milk and sugar are off-limits.
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