Can You Go Out to Eat on Keto? The Definitive Dining Guide
                                
                                
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                                According to a 2021 review in *StatPearls*, the ketogenic diet is a high-fat, moderate-protein, and very-low-carb diet that forces the body into a state of ketosis. This metabolic state, which causes the body to burn fat for energy instead of glucose, is the cornerstone of the diet and can make dining out seem impossible. However, with a few smart strategies, navigating restaurant menus on a ketogenic diet is completely manageable.