Olives

An update to the low-carb diet is now being called a Ketogenic Diet.  This diet is a focus on more fat with moderate protein and very low carbs.  Our bodies thrive on fat.  Too much protein ultimately converts to sugar in the bloodstream.   Eating fat goes against everything we were taught growing up and it is difficult to make that change.  Also, a lack of salt on a Ketogenic diet can cause dizziness so my fix to both of these issues is olives!  Olives are a fatty, salty snack that can satisfy any cravings.  A typical serving size offers quite a few olives to enjoy. 

And just a little tip, olives in a martini (dirty martini to be specific) is nearly calorie free and a real treat when out for the evening (ok, or staying in).  Just be careful, low carb makes drinking alcohol a bit dangerous because there's nothing there to soak it up. Whatever amount of alcohol you usually drink - - half of that amount can make you tipsy while low-carbing!  Just be aware - and be careful until you find your new tolerance.  Same goes for wine...