Ketogenic / Low Carb Diet
What is a Low Carb diet (Ketogenic diet)? A low carb diet is just what it sounds like- a diet low in carbohydrates. What makes a ketogenic diet unique, however, is its high fat content. Yes, fat! Years...
View ArticleWhat Are Macros
What Are Macros? Macronutrients are molecules that our bodies use to create energy for themselves – primarily fat, protein and carbs. They are found in all foods in varying amounts, measured in grams...
View ArticleWhat is Erythritol
Erythritol is a low calorie, low carb, gluten-free sugar substitute used by many dieters anywhere they want a little easy, added sweetness. What is it? Erythritol is a sugar alcohol (most molecules...
View ArticleWhat is Keto Flu & How to Help!
Symptoms of Keto Flu: Keto flu is the name given to a set of symptoms some people experience when first starting keto. It’s not actually a flu and definitely not contagious, but it can become quite...
View ArticleCold Brew Coffee & How to Make It Easily
Feeding Your Coffee Addiction! It’s a given that everyone has different tastes in coffee. Some people prefer a dark roast served pure black, while others will pour everything imaginable into their cup,...
View ArticleThe Ultimate Keto Alcohol Guide
Alcohol on a Low Carb Diet! Alcohol gets a bad rep, and is certainly one of the most abused substances in the world. It can become a serious problem when it interferes with your personal/social life...
View ArticleWhat Are Good Fats on a Low Carb Diet?
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View ArticleLow Carb Food List – What You Can Eat & Drink on Keto
Low Carb Foods and Drinks! Eating on a keto or low carb diet may feel limited at first but as most long-term low carbers would agree, it gets better! You get more creative and discover a new world of...
View Article30 Low Carb Snacks (Keto Snacks)
Low Carb Snack Attack! We all know fat is more filling than carbs, but every now and then you get a hankering for something to snack on and you NEED some low carb snacks. Whether it’s salty, sweet or...
View ArticleHow to Measure Body Fat Percentage
What is it? Body fat percentage is the amount of body fat vs. your total body weight. It is the total fat mass divided by the total body mass. For example, if a 200 pound man is carrying 40 pounds of...
View ArticleKeto Krate Unboxing
Snackpot! One of the most difficult things to do when starting a low carb diet is finding good products! A trip to your grocery store can be frustrating as you start to pay attention to nutrition...
View ArticleIs Stevia Safe?
Is Stevia Safe? Now that the dangers of excess sugar are well known1, new developments have uncovered some natural sugar substitutes. One of the most common of which is known as stevia. The stevia leaf...
View ArticleWhat is the Glycemic Index
What is the Glycemic Index? The Glycemic Index was invented in the early 1980s specifically for Diabetes, a disease associated with problems controlling blood glucose. In the 21st century, Diabetes is...
View Article5 Tips For Low Carb Success
The Best Lifestyle Change You’ll Ever Make When we first started our low carb diet, everybody looked at us like we were crazy. Not only were we cutting carbs but we were adding tons of fat! We never...
View ArticleThe Difference Between Ketosis and Ketoacidosis
The Difference Between Ketosis and Ketoacidosis When you hear these two terms it’s easy to see how they can be confused. The confusion also stems from the fact that the two are both metabolic processes...
View ArticleGuide to Natural & Artificial Sweeteners
Guide to Natural & Artificial Sweeteners For hundreds of years, sugar and the delicious foods it produces hooked us good. It goes by many different names and is added to the most unlikely items....
View ArticleTop Tips for Traveling on a Low Carb Diet
Traveling While on Low Carb Diet Low carb diets can be daunting enough at home, let alone while traveling, especially if you’re just starting out. Even if you’ve been on a low carb diet for quite some...
View ArticleLow Carb Chipotle Fish Tacos
A Taste of Summer! There’s nothing like some delicious fish tacos in the summer. I’ve been meaning to make them for a long time but fish tacos are one of those elusive foods that only come to mind when...
View ArticleSeptember Keto Krate Unboxing
Low Carb Snacks Delivered Keto Krate is one of the best tools you can have on a low carb diet! They expertly curate and send full-sized, low carb products to your doorstep every month. Each Keto Krate...
View Article5 Ingredient Chocolate Chip Waffles
Low Carb Waffles! We’re currently in Florence, Italy, and while it’s a little hard to avoid carbs, we’re doing just fine :). One of the ways we’re sticking to our low carb diet is cooking at home as...
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