Safely Transition From Keto With These 7 Expert Tips

Gaining a bit of weight when going off a diet is totally normal. Essentially, your body undergoes a sort of shock after it transitions from a limited diet to one where you're eating more and differently.

"You can expect to have slight weight gain, but don't worry because this is most likely water weight gain and not fat gain," Larsen says. "Following a keto diet can actually cause you to become slightly dehydrated. Carbohydrates hold onto water and help us to stay hydrated. Slowly increasing your carbohydrate intake and focusing on foods high in fiber can help your body to adjust and prevent large weight changes."