Traditional American coffee, particularly specialty coffees prepared by baristas, is known for its high carbohydrate content. That cup of mixed coffee you pick up from your favorite coffee stand every morning could be packed with as much as 61 grams of sugar1; to put that in perspective, that’s somewhere in the ballpark of five tablespoons […]
For years now, as consumers and governments have become increasingly aware of the dangerous amount of sugar and carbs in the modern diet, the big-name soda brands and other food industry giants have been scrambling to meet new regulations and a demand for healthier options. The unprecedented pushback against these products have been born out […]
The ketogenic diet has hit Hollywood in full force. Celebrities are known for regularly trying off-the-wall crazes1, such as Beyoncé’s all-liquid diet of cayenne lemon water, or Elizabeth Taylor’s obsession with peanut butter-covered steak sandwiches. While it is normal to see actors, actresses, and athletes occasionally engage in extreme (and odd) dieting, it takes a […]
You might know the ketogenic diet as being a powerful weight loss tool, with great benefits like reduced inflammation, mental clarity, and increased energy. However, thanks to a recent report published in Diabetes Therapy, the results from a year-long study concluded that carbohydrate restriction has a remarkable impact on glycemic control in patients with type […]
In a review of recent research published by The New England Journal of Medicine1 a diet high in fat and reduced carbohydrates was shown to increase weight loss faster than traditional diets. Participants of this study maintained their weight loss equally in the long term as compared to their study cohorts. Since losing weight and maintaining […]
If you’re consuming a healthy, balanced diet, you’re likely consuming fats of all types: saturated, monounsaturated, and polyunsaturated fats. Plus, your body synthesizes saturated and monounsaturated fatty acids for energy, physiology, and structure. One example of this is palmitic acid made in the liver from starch and sugar – this is a saturated fat.1 However, […]
Coconut oil and coffee unite thanks to a trio of brothers and their company, Sunniva1. Super Coffee was founded in a Georgetown University dorm room as a way to stay awake in class without turning to artificial ingredients. On February 11, 2018, Jordan, Jimmy, and Jake DeCicco made their national product debut on the hit series […]
Chile has finally cracked down on sugary foods. The government has passed new regulations that place warning labels on everyday groceries, ban the Trix rabbit and other iconic characters from sugary cereal boxes, and stifle advertising in general for the junk food industry. Faced with one of the worst rates of obesity in the world, […]
While the ketogenic diet has a long history in neurology, scientists are now beginning to discover what the ketogenic diet can do for anxiety disorders. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the United States affecting 18.1 percent of the population,1 and there is speculation as to what role diet plays – if any – in the […]
Keto On The Go One of the biggest struggles of the ketogenic diet is the amount of preparation it takes to live on a high-fat, low-carb diet in a high-carb, low-fat world. Most people who practice a keto lifestyle are experienced cooks who can prepare tasty meals in bulk and have great meal routines. Unfortunately, […]
In a world packed with sugary sodas, milkshakes jam-packed with candy, and bagels bigger than your head, following the ketogenic diet can feel isolating at times. If you need a little support to keep yourself on track, one of the best sites currently available is Reddit. Reddit is an anonymous social media platform that allows […]
Maternal nutrition is incredibly important during pregnancy, for both the mother’s health and the child’s. With the prevalence of the ketogenic diet, especially among those of child-bearing age, researchers have become inquisitive about the possible effects of the ketogenic diet on gestation. Does the Fetus Prefer Ketones? It is first important to understand that ketosis […]
We’ve all been there- you promise yourself that you’ll be making dinner tonight, but by the time 6om rolls around, you’re so starving that you cave and head towards the nearest drive-thru. While fast food is usually never the best option for anyone trying to lose weight, those who are on the ketogenic diet need […]
