Ketogenic diet: The Complete ketogenic diet for beginners
AK Publications
Paperback
(Independently published, Feb. 23, 2019)
If you’re brand new to the concept of a ketogenic diet, you need a cookbook that goes into detail about this high-fat eating plan. Ketogenic Diet: The Step by Step Guide For Beginners by AK PUBLICATIONS does just that, breaking down the basics of keto in a beginner-friendly guidebook.The Ketogenic Diet cookbook contains numerous helpful resources to jumpstart your keto diet. You’ll find an in-depth explanation of a ketogenic lifestyle, as well as meal planning guides, grocery lists, weight loss principles, food lists, and more. The book does contain several recipes, including nutritional breakdowns, but it is definitely not as recipe-heavy as some of the other cookbooks.This book is a comprehensive beginner’s guide, providing a detailed breakdown on how to get started on a keto diet, and reviewers agree that it’s a resourceful tool for absolute novices. Users say the recipes are delicious, but if you’re looking for a recipe bible, this might not be the best option for you.How We TestedOur reviewers spent three hours testing a top-rated keto cookbook. To get the most comprehensive results, they used it to cook a variety of recipes while sticking to a keto diet. We asked our testers to consider the most important features when using this cookbook, from difficulty level to quality of the meals. We've outlined the key takeaways here so that you, too, know what to look for when shopping.What to Look for in a Keto CookbookExperience level: If you’re just starting out with the keto diet, you’ll probably need more guidance and explanation of the transition process, which some cookbooks offer. More experienced keto devotees, on the other hand, might prefer a cookbook that’s light on guidance and heavy on recipes.Meal plans: Another helpful feature of keto cookbooks is pre-made meal plans. It can be challenging to plan out a whole week of meals on a low-carb diet, so some cookbooks include weekly meal plans and shopping lists to make your life a whole lot easier. However, if you like coming up with your own weekly menu, this feature might not be for you.Equipment: Finally, many keto cookbooks are focused on recipes that can be made in certain appliances, such as slow cookers and Instant Pots. These types of recipes can be incredibly convenient — but only if you have the equipment needed.