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my keto world A
K E T O G E N I C
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MY KETO WORLD A
K E T O G E N I C
L I F E S T Y L E
M A G A Z I N E
It was on my own quest to gather all the relatable and current information on keto that led me to think, wouldn't it be amazing if there was a keto magazine where all the info I need could be digested in a relaxed way? I needed to have all of it in one place. You see, at the time, like many of you, I was exhausted watching YouTube videos and scanning through articles and folders saved up on my laptop. All so I could get ready for keto. Well after 3 years, I finally decided to start #Keto when my health was failing and I found myself in the emergency room 3 times in one month. For so many people, thinking about getting their health back on track and getting the information is crucial, but I realized not having the right information can cause so much confusion and fear that we keep procrastinating because having to watch videos every night just to get ready begins to discourage you from starting. I hope that my efforts to put this magazine together helps you do just that; understand just what you need to give you a head start. The many questions asked by people seeking to start keto cannot be answered all at once, but at least we begin to make it easier. To the many bystanders who wondered why: what's the benefit of this magazine? Well, to them I say when you are already busy with life, anything to make it easier is always worth it. I am a solution provider and yet again, I find till now no one had a magazine focused on keto that wasn't going to break the bank, if at all. If you find one let me know but till then: Here is My KETO World MAGAZINE from me, to you.
EDITOR IN CHIEF Khadijah Haliru
CONTRIBUTORS Sewa Pogbe, Brenda Vokey Tait, Nana Aisha Mamudu, Alexandra Regos
PHOTOGRAPHERS Trish Roberts, Sian Cox, Rahul Pandit
Media/Advertising Contact info@myketoworldcanada.com www.myketoworldcanada.com
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The term "egg mania" is one
HOLD ONTO YOUR TEETH
that seems to fit the keto way of
For all we go through life
egg living. discover ways to
lessons help pick us up. enjoy
enjoy it.
this read.
EGG MANIA
KETO IN AFRICA
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African experiences and
KETO MEDICAL FACTS
budgetary support for starting a
Despite all the hype, arguments
keto lifestyle with first hand
and disbelief that keto actually
account of an African newbie.
works, read some key facts that
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are real and scientifically
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KETO TERMINOLOGY
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backed.
FASHION TIPS Oh the battle of the clothes.
Common terms used in the keto
When starting to loose weight
world. Don't let it intimidate
on keto, it can drop your weight
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pretty fast and so what do you
reference list of some terms included.
do on a budget in a short time? Read up.
REFRESHING KETO DRINKS Strawberry Keto Milkshake This strawberry milkshake is perfect for when you need something easy for a busy day. Tasty berries are keto friendly and combine wonderfully with coconut milk, lemon juice and vanilla. Ingredients 200 g coconut milk 1 cup of fresh or frozen strawberries 1 tbsp. lemon juice 1 cup ice(optional if berries are frozen) â „ tsp. vanilla extract 1 pinch/drop of pure stevia
"FOR A NICE COOL PICK UP"
Preparation 1. Put all the ingredients in a blender. 2. Blend until smooth 3. If using canned coconut milk, check that it is free of sugar as it produces a creamier and more pleasant shake. 4. Add lemon juice to taste.
REFRESHING KETO DRINKS Keto matcha iced latte Matcha gives us several health benefits, such as helping us lose weight and take care of our heart. Matcha has more caffeine and antioxidants.
"FOR A NICE COLD OR HOT DRINK, TRY OUR MATCHA ICED TEA"
Ingredients:
Preparation:
1/2 cup of sugar-free coconut milk 1/2 cup of sugar-free almond milk 1 teaspoon green tea matcha powder 1 pinch of pure stevia Drops of pure vanilla extract. Ice
1.In a small cup, add the matcha 2.Then add a little bit of boiling water 3.In a glass with ice, add the tea already dissolved. 4.Add the milk you are going to use 5.Add vanilla and stevia
KETO AND EPILEPSY Story by CARMELA FRAGOMENI Sam Godin's epilepsy was so severe in 2004 that Toronto Sick Kids doctors suggested his mother take her threeyear-old son home and plan his funeral.
But she would have none of that. She pushed to get Sam into McMaster Children's Hospital, even enlisting the aid of her son's pediatrician. "I called and hounded to be seen and plead our case ... by the grace of God, they saw us in seven days," says Melissa Woodworth. At Mac, they met with a neurologist and pediatric dietician Jennifer Fabe, who had reviewed Sam's medical records. "Within 10 minutes, they told me Sam wouldn't respond to medications so they would slowly wean him off them and try this diet."
It was a ketogenic diet that Fabe says is "high fat, adequate protein and low carbohydrate" and is medically supervised. It involves reducing cereal, fruits and baked goods and replacing them with high fat choices like butter, heavy whipping cream, mayonnaise and oils like olive and canola. Sam, now 14 and living with his mom in St. Catharines, has been seizure-free on this diet since he was 5. "It was amazing ... it was only when we got on the diet, we knew he would live," says his mother.
A KETO-ER IN AFRICA By Nana Aisha Mamudu
For more on her work. visit www.nolaagroanola.ca
My Keto Rice, potatoes, yams, pasta, bread and sugar. I don't think i went a day without bread and sugar loaded tea. Goodness! I forgot to mention fizzy drinks. I enjoyed them all in ridiculous amounts. So naturally, starting a keto diet was out of the question. I could not imagine going an hour without carbs talk less of more. As a busy mum of four, with a demanding job working as a TV content producer, I was always in a rush to throw a three square meal together. So cooking a separate meal for myself was again asking too much. To top it up, I rarely cooked with vegetables or included fruits of any kind in my dishes. I have come to realize this past week and a half on Keto diet that...
You have to be mentally ready to begin, then start slow and steady. Taking charge of your body and health is the main thing here. Understanding that you are worth the time and effort is important. Realizing I needed to take better care of myself was my motivation. After a few days I began to feel lighter. I just felt more agile. I soldiered through with brisk walks. I weigh myself after a week and was ecstatic to have lost 6kg. Didn't think it was possible but I do now. I am looking forward to losing another 6kg in next 7 days. Wish I had started my Keto journey early. I think I only had to see someone I know succeed to begin. Get your mind right then get ready, get set, KETO!!!
LIFE LESSONS
BY BRENDA VOKEY TAIT
ALWAYS HANG ON TO YOUR TEETH
Life is full of little lessons that we learn every day. Being a woman of “a certain age” I have to say that I have learned a boat load of them. Some of them have been experienced through joy and some of them have been painfully taught through tragedy. Yet, no matter how the lessons were absorbed, they have molded me into the woman I am today. Perhaps you might be able to identify with some of the experiences I’ve had along the way. Always Hang On To Your Teeth When I was in grade seven, I had a horse back riding accident that put me in the hospital for a week with a concussion. I had fallen and landed on my face, leaving horrible scabs on my entire face. I also lost my front tooth. The scars and the concussion healed, but the tooth couldn’t be replaced immediately. So, for a week or two I had to go to school with no front tooth. You can imagine how many times I was asked to smile. Finally, I was able to get the tooth replaced on a partial dental plate. Now I’ve never really been an athletic girl, but I did make my school volleyball team that year. forgot.......always hang on to your teeth. We did very well and were invited to a tournament in a nearby city. My mother and sister accompanied me and watched with anticipation from the bleachers. I was so proud to be a part of such a big event. The tournament started and we were off. We won a couple of games and were riding high.
When the third game came around, I ran out onto the court with great confidence and excitement. My position when the game started was at the net in front of the girl who was serving. With awesome team spirit I clapped my hands and cheered at her, “Come on Betsy!”. As I did, my lovely partial plate flew out of my mouth and onto the dirty gym floor. In horror I fell to my hands and knees and crawled over to it. Without a second thought I picked it up and shoved it into my mouth. I was mortified! In the stands, my mom and sister had seen what happened but were unable to do a thing. Everyone on the court had thought I’d dropped my gum. Well, let me tell you that I was so embarrassed I thought I was going to faint. The coach had to sit me on the bench for a while. As terrible as this was, I did learn some valuable lessons. First of all, be thankful for a body that can heal itself. Things could always be so much worse. Secondly, when others tease you, don’t internalize it. They are either poking fun because they like you or being mean because they are jealous. Either way, it says nothing about you and everything about them. And finally, no matter how embarrassing a situation might be, it will pass. You won’t feel the sting forever. In fact, it might turn out to be a great story to share someday. Oh, and I almost forgot.......always hang on to your teeth.
5. Increased Endurance Stored carbs in form of glycogen only last a few hours of intensive exercise. But fat stores can potentially sustain you for weeks. A #keto diet can increase your endurance by providing energy from fat stores. 6. Improved Health Markers Cholesterol, blood sugar and blood pressure are some of the risk factors for chronic diseases. #Keto diet helps maintain optimal levels of these markers. For instance, it increases the level of good cholesterol (HDL) in the body. A #keto diet is a healthy lifestyle choice that can promote healing and help you lose weight. It isn’t just another diet but supported by scientific evidence. #Keto diet can help manage diabetes, reduce cancer tumors and bring about total health transformation. Learn and adopt it to live a healthier life.
OCTOBER 2018
Alexandra Regos MY PERSONAL JOURNEY TO EATING AND LIVING BETTER INSTAGRAM: @DIARYOFAPHATGIRL88
And you say what??? My name is Alexandra. I am 30 years old. I have always struggled with my weight trying diet after diet with no success. A few years ago I was diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and my weight just skyrocketed from there. I had reached an extremely low point in my life. I was physically mentally and emotionally exhausted. That is until a few friends of mine introduced me to the ketogenic lifestyle. After some extensive research I dove right in cold turkey. I cut out the obvious bad carbs and sugar. Within a few days my body thanked me. I was more clear minded I had more energy and of course the weightloss was an added bonus. I began my journey on October 31 2018 and to date I have lost a total of 48 pounds. Keto literally saved my life and I am hopeful for my future
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