In Guatemala for a month — how to eat Keto?

(Angela ) #1

So I’m traveling through Guatemala for a month and then onto Belize for a couple of weeks. I’m really struggling on what to eat. I basically shot my entire Keto plan this past week in Mexico between the mezcal, tecates, beans and toritillas!! Not beating myself up since I was on a fun girls trip (and I’ve been soooo dedicated these past few months). But I know that a week is nothing compared to 6 weeks. I’ll be actively hiking volcanoes and such but I’m really concerned about how to eat Keto — even sort of Keto - in such a carb driven rice and beans culture. I’m staying with locals some nights and when I eat food they prepare for me, I won’t be fussy and clean my plate. But for my days when I can control the menu, any suggestions???

Gracias!!!

(Tom Seest) #2

I’ve eaten Keto in Guatemala, Belize and Mexico. It can be done, but it takes more thought than normal.

But, if your priority is to make your hosts happy, you eat what they give you. Nothing wrong with those priorities, but just recognize it for what it is.

We all have priorities, and they can change given our circumstances.

In any case, enjoy those cultures. I really enjoyed my time in Antingua Guatemala, and in Belize City…

(Angela ) #3

Thanks Tom for the feedback. Any chance you can share what types of food you had for say breakfast and lunch/dinner?

(Amy Ramadan) #4

Oh I’m so jealous!!! Sounds like an amazing trip, and my absolutely favorite coffee comes from Guatemala!!! My neighbor gets me some each time she travels abroad!!! Good luck figuring things out and enjoy your trip!!! :smile:

(Angela ) #5

Thanks Amy! I’m excited for the adventure…and can’t wait to get my hands on some coffee!

(Amy Ramadan) #6

Sounds amazing!!! I look forward to reading updates as to how you are doing!! Good luck sticking to keto while you are there!! I’m sure it can be done with a little extra effort!! Enjoy!!

(Ken) #7

I suggest you don’t worry about being “Keto” while you’re there. Concentrate on Maintenance instead. Try not to eat carbs chronically, so you don’t overcompensate glycogen chronically and start any lipogenic readaptation. You can do that by eating starches infrequently, and limiting fruits.

It’ll give your body a little metabolic break and make future fat loss easier.

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Maybe pick out your most fit local host that is nearest your age and follow their eating habits and recommendations. They are fit for a reason.

And stay away from the fruit — they are sinfully sweet and delicious.

(Angela ) #9

Thanks Ben! Great idea! I also think walking up and down volcanos helps them stay fit! They carry baskets of linens and fruit and wood on their heads, meanwhile I’m just praying to make it up and down in one piece!!!

I think breakfast is my best bet! I found a restaurant (rather pricey but who cares) that made this for me for breakfast. I’m not going to eat the pancakes! The bacon and chorizo could have sugar but this is the closest thing to a fat meal I’ve had in weeks!

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(Doug) #11

Kick-ass picture. :slightly_smiling_face:

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(Angela ) #13

Well I returned from my trip and can successfully report that I managed to loose weight AND inches on the trip even after sticking to the Mayan diet of tropical fruit, corn tortillas, protein, rice and potatoes. Oh and beer. How crazy is that?

But get this. I’ve gained three pounds back in the Two weeks being home from the holidays. Cracks me up. This happened to me when I was in Asia earlier this year. Lost 6 lbs traveling and eating the local carb fueled diet and gained it all back in a matter of weeks returning to US foods.

I’m becoming convinced that quality of our food isn’t on par.

Nonetheless, back home for the next 30 days so diving back into Keto. Let’s hope my return is easier than the first time around and my body jumps back in!

2019 goal: Losing another 15 lbs. in 2019.