I've been reading the Protein Power book and taking the best from both worlds. I've been in ketosis on 30 grams of carbs - no problem, just like protein power says (IF - and this is a big IF - you will count your carbs very carefully, like in fitday.com). I wouldn't sweat eating more veggies - I do it myself.

I think eating fake foods is much worse even if they are lower carb.

For what it's worth,
JInx