There are many great health benefits for a ketosis diet including as a treatment for conditions such as epilepsy. Keto is protein heavy and low on carbs. This means it is easier to stave off hunger cravings for a long period of time but it can seem difficult to plan for when those between meal cravings hit when the vending machines are full of carb heavy snacks. What snacks are keto friendly? Here are a few ketogenic diet recipes to keep close at hand:

1. Hard boiled eggs
Eggs are a good choice for a keto diet because they are low carb but high in fat. Making up a few hard boiled eggs ahead ensures that they are ready for a quick snack when cravings hit. A hard boiled egg with a bit of salt and black pepper is satisfying but chop up an egg and mix with mayo for a quick egg salad.

2. Cheese and cold cuts
A few slices of cheese like swiss, cheddar, or gouda are a good choice with the bonus that it takes no prep time. Wrap some salami or prosciutto around a piece of cheese for extra protein.

3. Avocado
Avocado is a keto diet staple. A few slices of avocado is a good choice. Try mixing some mashed avocado with a chopped up hard boiled egg for a low carb egg salad heavy with healthy fats and protein.

4. Veggie sticks and dip
Another healthy keto friendly choice is handful of veggie sticks with a keto friendly dip. Celery, cucumber, bell peppers, and carrots pair well with dips made of cream cheese, mayonnaise, or ranch dressing. Try mixing up a batch of wasabi mayonnaise and pair with carrots or pimento cheese with celery for a satisfying snack.

5. Fruit
Choose a handful of berries like strawberries, raspberries, or blackberries for a sweet treat. Mix up a batch of whipped cream dip from heavy whipping cream or a whipped cream cheese dip for a decadent treat to satisfy anyone’s sweet tooth.

6. Chocolate
Coming as a surprise to some, chocolate is a treat that can be enjoyed occasionally. Dark chocolate is a better choice than milk or white chocolate when reaching for a candy bar as the higher milk content the higher the carbs. A few pieces of dark chocolate can satisfy a craving for sweets, however.

7. Nuts
Nuts such as pecans and macadamia are high fat and high protein snacks that are heart healthy and low carb. They can be roasted and tossed in spices like cayenne or paprika to dress up a keto staple.