The keto diet was designed by Dr. Russell Wilder in 1924 and emphasizes replacing carbs with healthy fats and protein. The drastic drop in your carb intake puts your body into a state of ketosis-a natural metabolic process that helps burn stored fat and accelerate weight loss.

Today the keto diet has taken the wellness world by storm. And the growing amount of research backing its varied health benefits together with the celebrity proponents of this diet (including Kourtney Kardashian, Adriana Lima and Halle Berry, to name a few) have further fueled the popularity of this low-carb eating plan.

Whether you've recently embraced the keto lifestyle or you're just looking for healthy recipe ideas to diversify your low-carb diet, these keto cookbooks are here to help:

If you find yourself wondering how you'll be able to stick to a diet that emphasizes on slashing down the consumption of all the fluffy, crunchy and sweet foods you love, Keto For Carb Lovers is the right book pick for you. Written by the editors of Delish and Women's Health, this brilliant cookbook pairs dozens of cooking hacks with the low-carb, high-fat diet to create recipes that allow you to enjoy the flavor and texture you love-without packing on the pounds. Besides more than 100 drool-worthy recipes-including keto lasagna, peanut butter cookies, and keto pizza-the book also features a 21-day menu plan, meal prep to-do lists as well as weekly grocery lists to plan the week ahead.

No matter how good your intentions are, sticking to a new diet can initially be challenging. That's where comes in. New York Times bestselling author Diane Sanfilippo's latest book is a comprehensive and easy-to-follow road map that will help beginners seamlessly transition to a keto lifestyle. With 100 delicious keto-friendly recipes (like pesto-stuffed mushrooms and chocolate orange fudge), weekly meal plans and plenty of doable troubleshooting tips, this nifty guide will make going keto so much easier.

With her latest crave-worthy cookbook, Kyndra Holley proves that transitioning to a dairy-free keto diet is anything but boring. From sweet and spicy barbecue ribs to crab salad stuffed avocado to flourless chocolate lava cake, there's something for every type of cook and palate. All of the recipes are rooted in simplicity and call for ingredients that can be easily found at your local grocery store. Besides dairy-free recipes, the cookbook also offers advice on how to restore your health and wellness while following the keto lifestyle.

Filled with scrumptious recipes that require minimal time and effort, Easy Keto For Busy People is perfect for those who don't want to compromise their diet despite their jam-packed schedule. This cookbook also includes practical tips on what to eat and what to avoid when you're traveling or dining out, and a handy guide to special ingredients like keto-approved sweeteners and alternative flours that you can stock in your pantry.

Contrary to common misconception, snacks and desserts can be a part of a healthy diet- provided they are consumed reasonably. Featuring more than 100 keto dessert and snack recipes, this cookbook will make your eating plan more enjoyable and sustainable in the long run. The diverse collection covers everything from quick bread, muffins and pancakes to cookies, cakes, pies, ice cream and more. Many of these healthy-ish recipes require no more than 10 to 15 minutes of prep time-so you can whip them up any day of the week.

Lydia Miller's latest cookbook wonderfully combines the ketogenic principles with the plant-based diet to help you reap the health and weight loss benefits of a keto vegan lifestyle. Featuring 101 recipes made with natural ingredients that are packed with healthy fats and proteins (think Avocado Spring Rolls, Coconut Chocolate Balls, Pumpkin Spice Muffins, etc.), this cookbook will make your ketogenic journey a cakewalk.

If you're looking for quick and easy family-friendly recipes that are both filling and packed with flavor, Dr. Karen S Lee's latest cookbook is a good place to start. This versatile collection of low-carb, high-fat, sugar-free recipes use only readily available ingredients and your handy Instant Pot. With delectable dishes (like grain-free lobster mac and cheese and Korean-style braised short ribs), this cookbook will make it easier for you to indulge in your favorite foods-without letting your diet fall by the wayside. And if you haven't used an Instant Pot before, don't worry, the cookbook includes an entire section on how to get started.

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