I weighed myself this morning. 148, down from 210 in August 2022. I’m no longer on medication for hypertension, and my gym rat son told me, based on some calculator he uses to track his muscle gains, I could bench press more weight than 92% of women my age. I don’t know about all that! […]

Are you looking for a way to enjoy all of your favorite tacos, burritos, and wraps without throwing off your keto or low-carb diet? Fear not, because we’ve compiled a list of the best low-carb tortillas that are sure to satisfy your cravings without compromising your health goals. This article may contain links to affiliate […]

Looking for some keto-friendly recipes to impress your guests this Memorial Day? Look no further! We’ve rounded up our top 5 recipes that are sure to please any crowd. 1. Caramel Keto Oatmeal Start your day with a cozy bowl of a comforting breakfast you can take on the go while you’re getting ready for […]

When it comes to following a ketogenic diet, there are certain foods that you’ll want to avoid in order to stay in a state of ketosis. Here are some to be aware of: The Big Ones 1. Sugary Foods and Drinks Sugary foods like candy, cookies, cake, sodas, sports drinks, and more are obvious no-nos […]

If you’re on a ketogenic diet, you know how helpful it can be to have snacks on hand that are both delicious and compliant with the low-carb, high-fat lifestyle—and we’ve got you covered! Below are some simple and tasty keto-friendly snacks to keep you full and energized throughout the day. 1. Hard-Boiled Eggs Hard-boiled eggs […]

In the endless diet wars, one tends to garner a huge amount of attention: the Mediterranean diet. But what if you’ve radically improved your health by following a ketogenic diet? Should you consider abandoning keto and adopting this other, much-celebrated way of eating? What is the “Mediterranean Diet?” Celebrated though it may be, the Mediterranean […]

For many of us, crackers are an old favorite snack. They offer a nice crunchy way to transport keto-friendly dips to your mouth, or some quick energy in between meals when we need one. There’s something so satisfying about the crispiness, crunchiness, and saltiness. But most crackers are full of carbs (and even sugar), and […]

Plenty of ink has been spilled about what to eat on keto. But what about drinks? What happens to your favorite caffeinated morning drink once you start keto? Or your go-to cocktail? Sodas? What’s on the beverage menu on a ketogenic diet? It goes without saying that water should be your key source of hydration. […]

Hydration is not just about downing a ton of water. Adding a little salt can actually help you stay hydrated longer. In this blog post, we’ll explore the relationship between salt and hydration, and give you some tips on how to use salt to stay hydrated all day long. What is Salt? Salt (sodium chloride) […]

We often hear about men losing weight more quickly and easily than women. Does that mean that keto is or should be different for men and women? Not necessarily. A healthy diet is a healthy diet, regardless of your biological sex. Animals in the wild don’t typically seek out different foods based on their sex […]

Is there a better way to show Mom your love than cooking up a storm so she can eat like a queen on Mother’s Day? Pretty sure not (and even if there is, there’s definitely not a tastier way, so there’s that)… Check out these quick and easy Mother’s Day recipes that will help your […]

Good cookbooks for diabetics should offer more than just recipes low in sugar. For diabetics, recipes are part of a permanent lifestyle change, not a temporary fix, so the information should be applicable to everything you cook over the long haul. Here are 12 of my favorite cookbooks for diabetic-friendly recipes. They offer recipes based […]

Look, we know how it is. Moms can be really hard to buy for. How are you supposed to know what they’d enjoy, or what they may not already have? So we’ve put together a list to help you get started on finding the best gift for her this Mother’s Day, no matter your budget. […]

On the keto, the primary emphasis is on cutting carbs. But nutrition and health are broader than one single macronutrient. And even if the foods we may want to avoid eating are clear, what about what we do want to consume? Fortunately, there’s a simple tool to help you determine your daily macronutrient needs and […]

We have already discussed how to get enough healthy fat on keto—but what happens if you’re relying too much on protein (instead of a combination of protein and fat)? Hungry and sluggish First and foremost, not consuming enough fat on the keto diet can leave you feeling hungry and sluggish. Even on keto, you still […]

For most of us, keto requires a pretty big shift from thinking of fat as the enemy, a “bad macro,” towards thinking of it more as part of the solution—an important part of healthy habits. But getting “enough” can be a challenge. So what is a ketonian to do? Why it matters First, let’s talk […]