The keto diet seems to be sweeping the nation. It's a high-fat, high-protein, low-carb diet that works because it puts your body into ketosis, a state where it is breaking down and burning fat rather than burning carbohydrates. Many people have experienced success simply by following a basic keto meal plan, but if you want to lose weight faster — or lose more than a few pounds — the following tips can help make your keto diet even more successful.

Take a supplement

There are keto dietary supplements on the market that are specially formulated with nutrients your body needs when following this sort of meal plan. By providing your body with the vitamins and minerals necessary, you will be able to maintain your energy levels and possibly burn even more calories on a keto diet. A good supplement can also help curb cravings. Common ingredients in a keto supplement include magnesium (a nutrient that helps support a healthy metabolism), MCT oil (which can help keep you in ketosis), and digestive enzymes (which help your body more effectively break down all the fat and protein you're consuming).

Exercise

As with any diet, exercise is important for increased weight loss. You don't have to train for a marathon or become an expert weight lifter overnight. But do dedicate at least 30 minutes per day to some type of movement. You can alternate walking and jogging around the block, do an aerobics workout video in your living room, or attend a dance class. Pick an exercise that you enjoy, and you're more likely to actually do it.

Keep a water bottle handy

You may experience some cravings while on a keto diet, and keeping a water bottle handy can help curb them. Whenever you feel a craving, you can sip some water, which will satisfy your mouth's need to do something, hopefully helping to kick the craving to the curb. Drinking plenty of water will also prevent dehydration, which can sometimes be mistaken for hunger.

Ask a friend to diet with you

Everything is easier when you do it with a friend. You'll have someone to bounce meal ideas off of, exercise with, and discuss supplement options with. The keto diet is pretty popular right now, so there's a good chance that you'll discover someone else who is doing it already if you talk to your friends and family members. Community always helps with weight loss.