{"id":43,"date":"2019-01-02T19:04:43","date_gmt":"2019-01-02T19:04:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/?p=43"},"modified":"2023-11-10T21:15:12","modified_gmt":"2023-11-10T21:15:12","slug":"going-keto-maximize-it-with-these-top-10-supplements","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/diet-and-recipes\/going-keto-maximize-it-with-these-top-10-supplements\/","title":{"rendered":"Going keto? Maximize it with these top 10 supplements."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<ul class=\"wp-block-social-links is-style-logos-only is-layout-flex wp-block-social-links-is-layout-flex\"><li class=\"wp-social-link wp-social-link-facebook  wp-block-social-link\"><a rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/BotanicChoice\" class=\"wp-block-social-link-anchor\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M12 2C6.5 2 2 6.5 2 12c0 5 3.7 9.1 8.4 9.9v-7H7.9V12h2.5V9.8c0-2.5 1.5-3.9 3.8-3.9 1.1 0 2.2.2 2.2.2v2.5h-1.3c-1.2 0-1.6.8-1.6 1.6V12h2.8l-.4 2.9h-2.3v7C18.3 21.1 22 17 22 12c0-5.5-4.5-10-10-10z\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"wp-block-social-link-label screen-reader-text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n<li class=\"wp-social-link wp-social-link-instagram  wp-block-social-link\"><a rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" 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millions shed pounds without hunger pangs. Since the diet eliminates so many foods, it\u2019s smart to supplement with nutrients you may be missing. Here are the best ones to take.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Essential-Fatty-Acids\/Omega-3-Fish-Oil-with-Vitamin-D-90-softgels.axd\">Omega 3<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 Some of the keto foods are high in Omega 6 and low in Omega 3, which can trigger health issues. Taking Omega 3 fish oil is an easy way to maintain a proper balance between these two.<\/li><li><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Chlorella<\/span><\/strong> \u2013 This nutritious algae can help boost energy if you become fatigued in the early stages of the keto diet. <\/li><li> <strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Vitamins\/Minerals\/Magnesium-250-mg-60-tablets.axd\">Magnesium<\/a><\/span><\/strong> \u2013 Many carb-rich foods are also high magnesium, so you may not be getting enough of this important mineral in your keto diet. Magnesium is vital for muscle, bone and nervous system health. <\/li><li><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/health-and-wellness\/13-essential-vitamins\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Vitamin D (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Vitamin D<\/a><\/span> <\/strong>\u2013 While the keto diet may not directly affect your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/vitamins\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Vitamin D (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Vitamin D<\/a> levels, deficiencies are common, making it a good idea to supplement. Vitamin D <a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Immune-Support\/\">supports your <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">immune system<\/span><\/a>, cellular activity and <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">bone strength<\/span>. <\/li><li><strong>Enzymes<\/strong> \u2013 Since the keto diet is so high in fat, it can cause nausea, diarrhea and stomach upset for those unused to consuming high fat content. <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Digestive enzymes<\/span> help <a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/digestive-health\/\">maintain digestive health<\/a> and break down fats and proteins for easier digestion.<\/li><li><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/health-and-wellness\/top-10-herbs-for-body-mind\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Turmeric (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Turmeric<\/a><\/span><\/strong> \u2013 Some keto foods like dairy may have the potential to be inflammatory. Turmeric, which is enjoying huge popularity, will help counteract this while also enhancing digestion. <\/li><li> <strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/herbs\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Green tea (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Green tea<\/a><\/span><\/strong> \u2013 Available in tea or capsules, green tea is known for boosting metabolism, potentially maximizing your diet efforts. <\/li><li> <strong>MCT oil<\/strong> \u2013 MCTs, medium chain triglycerides, are a type of fat found in certain foods like coconut oil. MCTs can quickly increase your fat intake so your body stays in fat-burning mode. <\/li><li> <strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">DHEA<\/span><\/strong> \u2013 Produced by your brain and adrenal glands, DHEA acts like a growth hormone and can help boost the production of other hormones involved in fat burning. <\/li><li><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Amino-Acids\/Creatine-120-capsules.axd\">Creatine<\/a><\/span><\/strong> \u2013 An athlete\u2019s favorite, this amino acid plays a role in energy production. If you\u2019re on a keto diet and want to increase endurance and muscle mass, this one\u2019s for you.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p> Taking one or more of the above supplements will help maximize nutrition, keep you healthy, and give you an extra edge on your diet. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The high-fat, low-carb keto diet has helped millions shed pounds without hunger pangs. Since the diet eliminates so many foods, it\u2019s smart to supplement with nutrients you may be missing. 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