Have you noticed how many keto-friendly sweeteners are available these days? It’s getting more and more complicated to sort them all out, let alone decide which one to use. But even though it seems as if there are dozens of sweeteners to choose from, most of the sugar-free sweeteners available are made from the same […]

Keeping within a food budget gets harder every day. And when you’re trying to choose healthier options, it can feel especially challenging. But if you know what to shop for and how to prepare it, the healthiest food choices can also be the least expensive food choices.  Here are ten tips for eating healthy on […]

Have well-meaning friends and family tried to warn you against trying a keto diet? Have they said something about keto being a fad or a crash diet? Even if you’ve already been eating this way for a while and lost weight, or been able to reduce some of your medications? Is it possible that a […]

If you follow a very-low-carb or ketogenic diet, you probably hear a lot about the importance of electrolytes. But what are electrolytes anyway, and why do we need them? What are electrolytes? The word “electrolyte” isn’t a coincidence. They are minerals that can conduct electricity when dissolved in a liquid—your blood, for example, or the […]

If you’ve been following a low-carb or keto diet for a while (or if you’ve thought about trying it), chances are a friend or family member has expressed concern about you doing a crash diet or following a crazy fad. Are these concerns valid? Are crash diets bad, and if so, is keto a crash […]

People who follow keto diets (and some other diets as well) often plan their meals based on “macros.” Following macros can help you decide what to eat and how much–but what are macros, anyway? And do you need to stick to specific macros in order to get the results you want? What’s the definition of […]

Protein bars can be a lifesaver on busy days—especially for those that are newer to keto. But just because something claims to be a “keto” bar, doesn’t mean it’s good for you. In this video, I rank 16 keto bars based on what I would and wouldn’t recommend, looking at ingredients, net carbs, and more […]

For some of us, it can be especially difficult to stay on track during the holiday season. With parties, traditional foods, and even just how busy this time of year is, it can be hard to say no to all the sugar and other carbs that come our way. Fortunately, none of us have to […]

Alcohol may not be a health food, but it’s an important part of many people’s social lives and religious and cultural traditions. But what if you follow a keto diet? Can alcohol fit into this very low-carb way of eating? Fortunately, the answer is yes! Not being able to enjoy alcohol would be a deal […]

It’s no secret that keto diets are great for weight loss and improving a long list of health issues. But what about keto and mental health? Is this very low-carb, high-fat way of eating as good for the mind as it is for the body? The emerging field called “metabolic psychiatry” says yes: keto can […]

If you’ve been following a low-carb or keto diet for a while, you’ve probably been steering clear of the most obvious sources of sugar and starch since your very first days of lower carb eating. Bread, pasta, rice, potatoes, cookies, cake, pastries, cereal, and all those other sweet and starchy foods have been off your […]

One of the most common complaints people have when meeting with a doctor or nutritionist is fatigue. A common refrain is, “I’m sick and tired of feeling sick and tired,” or “My get up and go got up and went!” These sayings might elicit a chuckle, but feeling tired and run down all the time […]

“This is me!” As I have thought about posting this I keep singing the song from “The Greatest Showman.” My name is Miriam I have been on a health journey. I’ve been eating keto for 7+ years. I’m not the size I want to be, but when I’m skinnier I still don’t like my body. […]

It’s that time of year again when everyone is pulling their favorite sweater out of the closet and heading out for a pumpkin spice latte. It’s fall and for many folks that means it’s time to cozy up with sweet, spicy, frothy coffee and tea drinks from Starbucks.  With a little planning, keto folks can […]

If you’ve been following a low-carb or ketogenic diet for a while, then you’re steering clear of high-carbohydrate foods. But have you ever asked yourself what exactly carbohydrates are? This might seem like a silly question, but as a nutritionist, I can tell you it’s not as obvious as you might think. So here’s a […]

There’s been a lot of buzz about increasing protein intake on low-carb diets. Thankfully, misguided fears about gluconeogenesis and lower ketone levels from higher protein intakes have subsided and people are embracing more generous portions of protein-rich foods. Let’s take a look at some high-protein, low-carb foods and some high-protein options that are budget-friendly in […]