Ketogenic Diet

Facebook Live recording from Feb 19, 2019

Despite some technical problems with the audio, it was great to hear from Taffiny Elrod, chef and creator of some of the recipes on our site that use Keto Chow. We also talked about some of the deals and such that are coming up in the next while. Here is the original Facebook video with the viewer comments from the live broadcast:

https://www.facebook.com/ketochow/videos/2516389695099144/

By |2019-03-06T20:16:28-07:00February 20th, 2019|Categories: Keto Chow|Tags: , , |0 Comments

Flavor of the week: Get 10% off the Pumpkin Spice Caramel 21 meal packs between Feb 18 & Feb 24

For the next week, you can get 10% off the 21 meal “week” size of the Pumpkin Spice Caramel 2.1.  Check out the flavor reviews of Pumpkin Spice Caramel.

We sometimes get asked: “what can I do with Keto Chow besides make shakes?” The best place to start is our Keto Chow Recipes page. Here are several that happen to use Pumpkin Spice as an ingredient:

You should check out our store reviews on Google, and the reviews of Keto Chow. We also get a lot of reviews on our Facebook page and on our SubReddit. Here’s a “taste” from a recent reddit post:

I just had my first few sips of my first ever Keto Chow. And I think my head exploded. This is unreal.

I received my snickerdoodle bags yesterday, prepped two bottles and am just now having one for lunch. This snickerdoodle shake is thick and creamy, cinnamon-y. I just can’t believe that this is a protein shake and that this is low carb. I was really hesitant about the cost but now I can realistically see me having these once or twice a day daily. Especially after a co-worker came in and offered me a mocha frappeccino thing with extra whip and I didn’t even flinch. Literally the thought bubbled up “Are you kidding? Have you tried this shake?!?” I even love the texture of the melted ice cream-like creaminess. Ugh, I am just so in love. Snickerdoodle Keto Chow, will you be my valentine??

Excuse me as I order the sample packs PRONTO.

Here’s another review, it should be noted that I publish all of the reviews that come in – bad or good – as they are, typos intact. The only ones I remove are spam posts from people wanting you to buy pills to “enhance performance” and such. This review is ALSO from Reddit.

The straight dope from a straight dope about to try Keto Chow for the first time!

OK folks – the two flavors I brewed up (Salted Caramel and Mocha) have been chilling in the fridge since last night. I’ve got them at work and am about to uncork the first one – Salted Caramel.

Pretty dang cold from the fridge…nice bouquet. I put a bit more water into the Mocha b/c that cup is bigger…

Oh my! Worried a bit as it was passing its way over the tip of my tongue, but that sweetness that hits in the very back of your mouth is SPOT ON!! A bit of a pudding quality to the taste – very smooth. Definite taste of melted ice cream. At no point whatsoever have I felt the hint of a retching instinct. Half way through and I’m craving water – not the Double Gulp of Diet Dew 3 inches from my hand. No aftertaste at all. Just creamy goodness.

Big milestone here – I feel a burp brewing. Protein shake burps are the worst – though this is Keto Chow and not a nasty old primitive protein shake! My sound meter is out of batteries, but I’d put this burp at 17dB. GLORIOUS! A TRIUMPH! Hoping for another because that tasted like three good things.

No goo or globs at the bottom! Delicious from start to finish. I’m going to say that – for it’s intent and purpose – that is the best health promoting / fat defeating shake I’ve ever tasted.

Second burp – half the salt but twice the caramel!!

Follow up – I find my tongue doing that thing they do when you’ve had something yummy and it darts around yer yap looking for any remaining hint of that flavor.

Well done Keto Chow – Well done.

By |2019-02-18T09:11:46-07:00February 18th, 2019|Categories: Keto Chow|Tags: , |0 Comments

Facebook Live recording from Feb 12, 2019

Last night we did our weekly live broadcast. Talked about stuff, answered viewer questions, and went over some of the questions we had received during the week. Here is the high-quality recording that we posted on YouTube… or at least the second half is high quality (I remembered to turn on the camera halfway through!). This week we talked about:

  • Salted Caramel is on sale this week.
  • We have a bunch of flavors mixed up to test in store if you happen to live close and want to try any flavors out
  • This Saturday is our local Keto Meet up. Bring a friend or someone you love with you, and a keto treat you love =)
  • Report on ketone pee test strips
  • On Saturday we hosted our Daughters date and made keto chow dipin’ dots.
  • On Friday night we went to Drew Manning’s house and got to see his new book. Was fun, the food was from recipes in his new book. Keepin’ It Keto Bundt Cakes and The Keto Cookie were both there and both are coming to our Keto Salt Lake show
  • Speaking of Keto Salt Lake, we have Dave Feldman coming.
  • Tips about Keto Chow: warm up the chocolates.

Or, if you prefer, here is the original Facebook video with the viewer comments from the live broadcast.

By |2019-02-12T22:19:22-07:00February 13th, 2019|Categories: Keto Chow|Tags: , , |0 Comments

Flavor of the Week Feb 11-Feb 17: 10% off sale on Salted Caramel 21 meal packs

For the next week, you can get 10% off the 21 meal “week” size of Salted Caramel 2.1. Check out the flavor reviews of 2.1 Salted Caramel!

Speaking of reviews, you should check out our store reviews on Google, and the reviews of Keto Chow. Here’s a “taste”:

Super fast shipping. I got it two days before I expected it. Very pleased overall. Thanks!

Here’s another review, it should be noted that I publish all of the reviews that come in – bad or good – as they are, typos intact. The only ones I remove are spam posts from people wanting you to buy pills to “enhance performance” and such. This review came from our Facebook page, note that we do have the samples now:

https://www.facebook.com/codyvalblair/posts/10218324252647496

By |2019-02-11T06:36:32-07:00February 11th, 2019|Categories: Keto Chow|Tags: , |0 Comments

It’s Sample Time BABY!

We just finished quality testing, the samples are ready to go!

It’s been a long wait and the day has finally arrived. We have the samples for all of our flavors EXCEPT for Chocolate Peanut Butter. That guy is still causing problems for the packaging machine (the fat in the peanut flour makes it jam the feed auger, if you must know) anyhow, we have the individual samples of 17 flavors, plus the sample bundles available.

Go get some samples NOW!

The Bundles are a great way to try out the different flavors of Keto Chow, plus you get a discount compared to buying the samples individually. There are two different bundles: The Original Flavors and the NEW Flavors. You could accomplish the same thing by going to the Keto Chow Samples page and ordering each one individually, but that isn’t as cool.

7 Original Flavors (plus a Keto Chow branded Blender Bottle):

  • Chocolate
  • Vanilla
  • Salted Caramel
  • Mocha
  • Banana
  • Strawberry
  • Cookies & Cream
  • Blender Bottle

10 NEW Flavors:

  • Snickerdoodle
  • Raspberry Cheesecake
  • Rootbeer Float
  • Natural Strawberry
  • Chocolate Mint
  • Chocolate Toffee
  • Orange Cream
  • Savory Chicken Soup
  • Pumpkin Spice Caramel
  • Eggnog
By |2019-02-07T14:54:42-07:00February 7th, 2019|Categories: Keto Chow|Tags: , |0 Comments

Flavor of the Week Feb 4 – Feb 10: 10% off sale on Snickerdoodle 21 meal packs

For the next week, you can get 10% off the 21 meal “week” size of Snickerdoodle 2.1 with its buttery cinnamony goodness. Miriam especially likes using Snickerdoodle to make Keto Chow WafflesCheck out the flavor reviews of 2.1 Snickerdoodle!

Speaking of reviews, you should check out our store reviews on Google, and the reviews of Keto Chow. Here’s a “taste”:

After doing a bit of research, I pulled trig and bought a months worth of Keto Chow. The deal was unbelievable, and with the included free shaker bottle and secret product as well as coupon code, I felt like I was stealing. I’ve been doing Keto on and off for years but never seem to be able to get my ketone urine levels above trace, but within a week I have the levels sky high. Feel great, good mental clarity, and down 10 pounds in 2 weeks, in addition to the water weight loss. This is such a great product, it’s delicious, I eat it 3 meals a day unless out with friends and family. I am also lactose intolerant but have had no trouble with the heavy cream, which I find the tastier option. I was worried about hunger, but after the 2nd day I found doing the 600 calories shake for each meal leaves me totally satisfied all day. I would wholeheartedly recommend this product to anyone who struggles with weight, energy, food prep, or carbohydrate addiction. I spent most of my life struggling with “willpower” around food, and finally feel like I have the energy to focus on other things.

Here’s another review, it should be noted that I publish all of the reviews that come in – bad or good – as they are, typos intact. The only ones I remove are spam posts from people wanting you to buy pills to “enhance performance” and such. This review actually comes from the Keto chow Facebook page:

Heard about KETO chow from Jimmy Moore’s podcast (just learned about him too). I love chocolate and mint – so I decided to try a big bag of that one. OH MY GOD!! Yummy!! Super convenient to grab one of these to go for work. Even my girls (9 & 11) like it and have made it their breakfast of choice in the mornings before school.

Not sure what flavor to buy next…. and My girls ask daily “when can we get the sampler pack”… so I can’t wait for the samplers to come out.

Thanks KETO Chow for giving me something convenient and KETO to start my morning. Now if I can’t just get my husband into KETO…

By |2019-02-04T06:39:17-07:00February 4th, 2019|Categories: Keto Chow|Tags: , |4 Comments

Facebook Live recording from Jan 29, 2019

Last night we did our weekly live broadcast. Talked about stuff, answered viewer questions, and went over some of the questions we had received during the week. Here is the high-quality recording that we posted on YouTube. This week we talked about:

  • Orange Cream is on sale
  • When you order over $100 you can get one blender bottle for $1 – while supplies last, new ones coming around end of February
  • Sample availability – Vanilla complete, Cookies and Cream tomorrow followed by the rest.
  • Results of our taste test:
    • In a 3rd party blind taste test, participants were asked to try 5 of the leading Keto Shakes.
    • Keto Chow outperformed all of the competitors in appearance, flavor, texture, and overall impression.
    • More participants ranked Keto Chow #1 than any other tested brand.
    • In fact, participants were significantly more likely to recommend Keto Chow to friends or family than all other tested brands.
  • 100 Days of Keto (Chow) going great, end of the diet bet, how to record your weight to qualify to win the Keto Chow gift certificates
  • Beverly posted about her experience doing 100% Keto Chow and asked who else is doing it
  • New Raspberry scones and banana bread recipes
  • Figuring out macros and calculating calories video
  • What are urine strips for?
  • Sara K. is down 7 lbs – keto motivation, whooshes, and more
  • 2.1.1 clumpiness
  • Butter in Chocolate Keto Chow?
  • OMAD, Intermittent Fasting, Time Restricted Feeding. What are they, when to use them.
  • The difference between Keto Chow and other “Meal Replacements”
  • April G: Mixing Keto Chow with regular milk to get kids to leave you alone
  • Is Keto Chow good for people with Diabetes? T1 and/or T2?

Or, if you prefer, here is the original Facebook video with the viewer comments from the live broadcast.

By |2019-01-30T13:30:51-07:00January 30th, 2019|Categories: Keto Chow|Tags: , , |0 Comments

Flavor of the Week Jan 28-Feb 3: 10% off sale on Orange Cream 21 meal packs

For the next week, you can get 10% off the 21 meal “week” size of Orange Cream 2.1. Don’t forget that we offer free ground shipping to the contiguous 48 United States for orders over $200. Also don’t forget: you can easily freeze the Orange Cream into popsicles.

Check out the flavor reviews of 2.1 Orange Cream! Speaking of reviews, you should check out our store reviews on Google, and the reviews of Keto Chow. Here’s a “taste”:

Super fast response to questions, great web page, easy ordering & so many flavor options (haven’t tried them yet)! Also, free shipping when your order reaches a certain amount & offers for deep discounts on a few selected items. Happy customer!

Here’s another review, it should be noted that I publish all of the reviews that come in – bad or good – as they are, typos intact. The only ones I remove are spam posts from people wanting you to buy pills to “enhance performance” and such.

I have done keto a few times in the last 8 years. I have always given up because I wasn’t getting enough because I didn’t have time for 21 meal preps and cooking 7 days a week. ketochow has been my go to lunch or breakfast replacement. It is letting me hit my macros and helps me feel like I’m “cheating” a little. I’m so happy we found it!

By |2019-01-28T06:43:15-07:00January 28th, 2019|Categories: Keto Chow|Tags: , |0 Comments

New Electrolyte Supplements

Electrolyte Drops Magnesium Drops Fasting Drops

Happy Day! We finally have the empty pocket bottles for the reformulated Fasting Drops, along with the big bottles and empties of the Electrolyte Drops. That means that all we need are the small filled pocket bottles of the Electrolyte Drops. So what does all of this mean? What features do they have? When do you use which electrolyte supplement?

OK, check out the image at the top of this post, it illustrates the differences in the 3 supplements very well. It should be noted that all 3 of these also contain other trace minerals that are naturally occurring in the purified water from the Great Salt Lake they are made from. All of the minerals are completely dissolved in the water and are extremely bioavailable, so unlike a Magnesium Oxide pill that you may only absorb 1-2% of the listed Magnesium, your body should be able to absorb most, if not all, of the Magnesium Chloride in the 3 variations we carry.

We have 3 different Electrolyte Supplements:

  • Electrolyte Drops: a balanced mix of Sodium, Potassium, and Magnesium (along with other trace minerals). These used to be called “Fasting Drops.”
    • These are for general electrolytes and hydration. I’ve also been reminded (repeatedly) that we should be marketing these as a hangover remedy.
    • Useful when you just need more of all 3 electrolytes, not just one specifically.
    • Helpful if you’re experiencing electrolyte deficiency, AKA: “Keto Flu.”
    • In practical terms, this is Mag Drops + Fasting Drops with added Potassium and some deionized water to prevent crystallization.
  • Mag Drops: concentrated Magnesium with some Sodium and Potassium (along with other trace minerals).
    • High levels of Magnesium Chloride make it great for stopping cramps.
    • We have many reports from people using to help with mood problems and mild depression.
    • There’s a cool paper showing supplementation of Magnesium for 4 months improved insulin sensitivity.
  • Fasting Drops: High levels of Sodium with some Magnesium and small traces of Potassium (along with other trace minerals). These are a new product, not to be confused with the old “Fasting Drops” – those are now called “Electrolyte Drops.”
    • This product is a result of discussion with leaders in the field of fasting, many of their patients need to restrict their potassium because of kidney disease so the old formulation of Fasting Drops (now “Electrolyte Drops”) posed a problem.
    • They also requested higher levels of Sodium. This is as high as we can get before it starts forming crystals.
    • You’re also getting all of the trace minerals, it’s a lot like using pink Himalayan salt but without any dirt flavor and no sand in the bottom of your water.

So, that should help clear things up =)

https://www.instagram.com/p/BtETsJngfkv/

By |2019-01-25T17:23:38-07:00January 25th, 2019|Categories: Ketogenic Diet|Tags: , , |0 Comments

Why Should I Track on Keto & with What Tracking APP?

Why should I track what I eat on keto?

Writing down what you eat is like seeing a day’s worth of food laid out before you. You can identify your good habits (such as eating three daily meals and choosing healthy snacks) and your bad habits (such as unhealthy snacking). You can write it down on paper, track on a computer spreadsheet, take notes on your phone diet-tracking website or app.

The advantage of an app is that it tracks portion sizes, food weights and measurements and/or calories are typically calculated for you. And most importantly for all of us on keto, net carbs. And with the right APP like Cronometer or Carb Manager, your net carbs are already figured out for you on most foods and that’s super helpful!

In fact, the first thing I recommend for anyone starting off their keto journey is to track their foods. Until you learn how to best hit your ratios properly, tracking is the key.

Not only seeing what I eat but when I eat can be beneficial. So a food log combined with tracking my food can be helpful as well. Combining that with journaling about my feelings at the time of eating or my mood surrounding my eating behavior can be beneficial to help me in reevaluating my eating habits and dietary choices. Believe me, this really helps when trying to work on the “why”…but that’s an entirely different post.

Each time I turn to my personal trainer or doctor complaining about a weight loss stall the first thing they ask me is, “are you tracking what you are eating.” Most of us do not realize how much we are eating on a daily basis. Tracking on an app gives me the data I need to determine exactly what I need to meet my ratios or calorie goals. And if the stall continues, the first thing they ask me for is to review “what” I have been eating. Maybe the types of food are the problem and being able to show them exactly what I’m eating is very helpful. I never know when I may have an intolerance for a specific food until I’ve tracked what I’m eating and associated it with an ongoing issue.

By reviewing and evaluating how you ate, you can adjust and move forward. Tracking can help you control your hunger and reduce your calories if needed. The number one reason I love using a tracking app is also the key to success when eating out. By planning ahead and using a tracking app, you can determine what to eat before you’re faced with choices, good and bad.

Now let’s talk about what tracking app is the best to track on keto.

We all know Chris loves the Cronometer, he’s talked about it on the FB Live broadcasts as well as written a great post about it [read about it here]. Many of our staff at Keto Chow are fans and use this app. He has a lot of valid reasons why this app continues to be among one of the best around. Many people love the ability to share recipes. They have verified foods, rather than user submissions on Cronometer as well. For me, I thought it was a bit challenging to use and didn’t really appeal to me upon my initial use of it. When I first started using the Carb Manager App I fell in love with the dashboard that showed my current ratios at a glance. It also gives food an overall grade (I’m all about simple). I find it’s very user-friendly and I like the water tracking feature the best (I like visually appealing things…aka cute).

And of course, we’re curious and wanted to know what our Keto Chow customers are using to track their foods. So we posted this last week on Facebook and Instagram and we received some awesome feedback.

which tracking app

The majority of those that replied seemed to be using the Carb Manager App, although a few sounded like they were switching over to Cronometer after reading some of the comments. Here are some comments:

Julia Carrasco-Kendzora I use carb manager mainly for scanning labels when my weight loss stalls, then I count total carbs.

mytinyketolife  I ????????????? Cronometer!! It has a Keto option that I can edit & has an amazing amount of food options. I can also make my own recipes.

A few of our friends even compared Cronometer and Carb Manager against each other and posted this feedback for us:

Lindsey Marie Austin While I was using both apps the macros almost NEVER matched up! Cronometer seems much more reliable to me.

Then much to our surprise some of you listed some other keto tracking apps we weren’t even aware of like Keto.app – Keto Diet Tracker, Keto diet & Ketogenic recipes App, Lose It! and Total Keto Diet App. We didn’t have time to download these and test them against one another. Maybe Chris can analyze them in his spare time. And with keto gaining popularity I’m sure you’ll see a lot more Apps becoming available.

Now I’m not recommending you track your foods forever. It doesn’t hurt to evaluate what you put into your body. Your body is one of the most amazing machines ever made and understanding how to best fuel it is a science.

By |2019-01-23T23:44:44-07:00January 23rd, 2019|Categories: Ketogenic Diet|Tags: , , , |0 Comments