The carbs were not in the main dish.

Sam chose a restaurant plate that appeared simple: grilled meat, vegetables, and a small side. The photo scan gave him a useful starting list, but the result could not establish what was inside a glossy glaze or how the vegetables had been prepared.

Instead of treating the scan like a verdict, he used it as a prompt. Was the sauce sweetened? Was the side breaded? Did the menu publish nutrition information? Could the restaurant serve the dressing separately next time?

Visible food is only one evidence source

KetoLock is designed to keep uncertainty visible. A meal photo can suggest recognizable foods and approximate portions. A matching package label, recipe, or restaurant nutrition page can be stronger evidence for details the image cannot reveal.

Sam reviewed the estimate, added the sauce as a separate item, and chose a portion based on the amount he actually used. The result remained an estimate—but it was more honest than pretending the glaze did not exist.

The quick restaurant check

• Scan the entire plate, including sides and drinks.
• Look for menu or restaurant nutrition information.
• Ask about sauces, marinades, breading, and glazes.
• Adjust portions before saving.
• Keep uncertainty visible when details are unavailable.

What KetoLock helped Sam do

It did not guarantee that the meal would maintain ketosis. It helped Sam notice where the strongest uncertainty was and record the meal with more care. That was the useful decision—not a green badge or a promise.