Keto Blog

We are always excited for Amazon Prime Day deals and this was our first year participating as a fledgling small business! We wanted to take a moment to say thank you for taking a leap of faith and trying Boca Loca! We really hope you like it as much as we do. As we’ve found, everyone has different tastes and you’ll either really like it, or not; we’ve got your back regardless! If you like it, please spread the word! If you don’t, let us know about it and e-mail us for a no-questions-asked full refund.

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I have spent years perfecting my daily cup of keto coffee – and with all of the modern keto science and products at our fingertips it’s never boring. When I first started keto I quickly realized that I couldn’t use the typical store-bought creamers anymore. Typically, those are full of carbs, sugar, calories! Even the creamers that are marketed as “sugar free” are still full of carbs! Don’t use these if you want to remain in ketosis. 

As I learned, you still have a numerous choices if you want to add “cream” to your coffee. You can use almond milk, coconut milk or heavy cream depending on your carb goals; reading the nutrition label is key. Through experimentation, I found a few must-haves for my cup of coffee which I designed to be low-carb and also transform my daily cup of coffee into a standalone keto meal. First, I add a bit of KerryGold Butter to my coffee to add fat. Next, collagen peptides, followed by a bit of heavy whipping cream. I found this combo keeps me satisfied, drinks like a meal, and I’m often full until lunch. Every once and a while I will also make bulletproof coffee, where I use those same ingredients and add some additional MCT Oil.  The final step which really ties the recipe together is using a readily available milk frother for blending. I promise this recipe will take your coffee to the next level. 

Here’s how to make it, step-by-step: First, put the butter in the cup, followed by the collagen peptides, and then add the freshly brewed coffee. As this is happening, place the heavy cream in a measuring cup and heat in the microwave for 30 seconds. Once the heavy cream is heated, froth it in the measuring cup and then add it directly to coffee. 

I’ve had hundreds of cups of coffee like this and they never fail to get my morning going and keep my macros on track! If you want to add a bit of sweetness to your coffee you can add a bit of sugar free, carb free sweetener to your coffee or, my personal favorite, a spoonful of Boca Loca Chocolate Macadamia Keto Butter!  Coffee never tasted so good!

-Christal

Paying attention to nutrition labels can make the difference between success or failure on your keto diet. In this post I’ll explain why that’s the case, and how you can calculate a products “net carbs” to determine whether or not it’s right for you.

Many snacks claim to be keto, or “keto-friendly,” but one look at the nutrition label will clearly tell you that they are going to quickly kick you out of ketosis and possibly ruin your diet. Don’t automatically assume that just because a product is labeled “keto” that it will be a good choice for your specific dietary requirements.

Everyone’s daily total carb counts and goals will vary slightly. However, as a general keto rule, a person’s max carb count is what keeps them in that sweet spot of ketosis. Personally, I try to stay under 10 total grams of carbohydrates per day, so eating a single 10-carb “snack” would be my entire carbs for the day!

When reviewing a nutrition label you want to determine the “net” carbohydrates. This is different than the “total carbohydrates” listed on the nutrition label. To calculate the net carbs of an item, subtract the total amount (usually in grams) of fiber and sugar alcohols from the total carbohydrates listed on the nutrition label. The result of your calculation is the “net carbs” of the product’s serving size – this is the number that matters when you’re doing your keto carb calculations.

For example, Boca Loca Keto Butter has 8 total grams of carbohydrates per serving. However, once you subtract the 2 grams of fiber, and the 5 grams of sugar alcohols, you’re left with just 1 net carb per serving. As a result, this is about as “keto-friendly” as it gets.

Once you’ve calculated the net carbs of the product it’s time to ask yourself whether or not you can “afford” these carbs in light of your goals and restrictions. Many times, for those on stricter keto diets, the answer is “no.” You’ll also realize that many of the products claiming to be “keto-friendly” are not even close.

Reading nutrition labels is one of the most important skills to develop when living the keto lifestyle. It’s important to do your research, pay attention, and know that you can do this!

We’re right on schedule! You may be learning about Boca Loca Keto Butter for the first time but I’ve been developing Boca Loca for over a year. Honestly, it’s a lot of work and I’ve spent so many hours in the kitchen, and obtained so many permits, certifications, and licenses that I’m questioning my sanity!

I’ve used keto dieting to lose more weight than I ever thought possible. The worst part, for me, was (and still is) having to sacrifice simple things like chocolate and dessert. I tried just about every “keto dessert” out there and most were less than satisfying. So, I decided to make my own.

I know you’re going to love Boca Loca Keto Butter. It gives you the satisfaction of a creamy chocolate macadamia dessert that you can eat guilt-free. You can eat it by itself or drizzle it on your favorite snacks. Either way, it will keep your macros on point.

After all, isn’t it time to look delicious and live deliciously?

Enjoy!

-Christal