Eating a high-fat and low-carb diet will be tough at first.

You may get a headache, have low energy levels, or feel like you’re hungry a lot of the time.

But after a few days, your body will begin to adjust as you enter ketosis.

The amount of time it takes will vary based on:

• Your age
• Exercise level
• Metabolism
• Nutrition intake

But, there are a few steps you can take to make the adjustment period a little easier. Check out these tips.

1. Make Your First Meal Plan

If you want to be successful switching to a keto diet you should plan ahead. Create a meal plan for the foods you want to eat. 

You won’t be able to reach for whatever is in the fridge. Chips, cookies, bread, and even fruits and veggies all contain carbs. 

You should include snacks on your meal plan as well particularly at the beginning of your diet as you’re more likely to have cravings. 

2. Get Comfortable With Fat

Fat has gotten a bad rep in the media. Adjusting to a high-fat diet can be difficult for a lot of people. 

Consider easing into it by making small adjustments to your diet every day or weekly. Begin by subbing parts of your meals for more keto-friendly options. 

You should also add more oil into your recipes to ensure your body gets enough fat. 

3. Get Ready to Cook

If you plan to be on the keto diet long term, you need to get comfortable with cooking the majority of the food that you eat. 

You can’t just go out to a restaurant and order anything off of the menu. You need to have control over the cooking process. 

Fortunately, there are a ton of chefs out there that design new recipes every day for keto dieters. 

4. Start Your Day With Bulletproof Coffee

Overnight, your body goes into a fasting state. If you’re someone who wakes up with a lot of hunger in the morning, you may want to consider making a cup of bulletproof coffee. 

All you have to do is mix some coconut oil or butter into your coffee. It will keep you fueled for hours.

5. Let Your Friends and Family Know What You’re Doing

In order to be successful on any diet, it’s important for you to have a support team. A lot of people have misconceptions about the keto diet and may express concern when you tell them that you are on it. 

In order to avoid any interference in your decision, talk to your friends and family members about your diet before you begin. 

Let them know you are committed and explain to them that it is a healthy and successful way to achieve your goal.