For decades, doctors have been saying that heart disease begins in your arteries, but a new study suggests that heart disease actually starts in the breast. This finding has led researchers to investigate whether men with breast cancer can pass their disease to their spouses and children. I have been …
Read More »Keto Salmon Curry (Must Try!)
Keto Salmon Curry (Must Try!) This recipe is fantastic for those of you following a Keto diet. If you’re new to Keto, I recommend you start with the beginner plan –> Keto Starter Plan . As an avid keto dieter, I am always looking for new ways to incorporate this …
Read More »Can You Follow a Keto Det if You Have High Cholesterol?
In the diet world, there are two common opinions about cholesterol: 1) Statins are a must on a keto diet. 2) Statins are a must when consuming over 2000 mg of cholesterol per day. Many people are led to believe that the former is true, but it appears that this …
Read More »Low-Carb Backpacking – Reflections on Physical Activity, Ketosis, and Hunger
No matter how many times I hike, it’s always a new experience out West, especially in spring when the days are short and the temperatures rise to the high 90’s. Before a long hike, I like to eat a low-carb diet (80%–90% of my calories from fat) to rid my …
Read More »How To Make a Low-Carb or Keto Diet Cheaper
To subsist on keto or low-carb diet, you must be prepared to give up some of your favorite treats. If you’re new to the diet world, you’ll need to read and follow the directions in your new cookbooks and devise a staple list of ingredients. The keto diet is a …
Read More »Lose Weight By Achieving Higher Ketone Levels
Losing weight is hard, but nothing is harder than losing weight while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. In the past, the only option was to starve yourself. But now keto (ketogenic) dieting is making rapid progress in the world of weight loss. The many benefits of this diet have been proven …
Read More »I Ditched the Bread, Pasta, Rice and Potatoes
Many people reach for carbs when they are feeling down, feel tired, or simply just want to make themselves feel better. But, as with all things, a little (or a lot) of something is not always better than none at all. Gluten-free is all the rage these days, and for …
Read More »Low Carb Can Cure Reflux Disease
Reflux disease is a painful disorder that affects a lot of people. In some cases, it can cause chest pain, nausea, and indigestion. As frustrating as it may be to deal with, reflux disease is not life-threatening. A low carb diet is the best way to lose weight and cure …
Read More »I’m Always Hungry on Low Carb, What Should I Do?
For the past year and a half, I’ve been on a low carb diet and have had no trouble staying full. Not only is a low carb diet great for losing weight, but it improves your overall health and well-being. However, for you, this might not be the case. There …
Read More »Keto is Now a Lifestyle and Not a Diet
This post details how (Keto) or low carb diets (LCD) work for some people, and their origins, and why some people might need to modify their diet. (LCD) refers to a dietary approach that forces the body to burn fat, rather than carbohydrates, for energy. While not always necessary, (Keto) …
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