For years, Megan Ellam struggled with weight, hovering around 220 pounds for most of her adult life. She tried Weight Watchers, fad diets, eating “clean,” healthy vegetables, and grain-based diets, but nothing worked. In her late 20s, she started gaining more weight; by 30 she stopped menstruating. Finding the Root of the Problem Megan thought that […]
In an era plagued with concerns over GMOs, unnatural chemicals being used to create everything from children’s toys to dog beds, and non-science based fears over vaccines potentially harming health and causing longstanding mental illnesses, the world of holistic healing rose from the ashes by offering “natural alternatives” to common illnesses. One of the biggest […]
Endurance Sports: Stronger for Longer Endurance sports like biking and running provide milestones and goals while promoting long-term exercise regimens. Additionally, with cities holding endurance races each year, enthusiasts have ample opportunities to test themselves. That these events often promote charities doesn’t hurt either. The pitfall to these activities is that a person can be […]
Perkier and Porkier The brand that has become synonymous with pushing the boundaries with jerky has once again changed the game. Perky Jerky, a Colorado-based company, came on to the scene a few years ago, offering clean ingredient, caffeinated beef and turkey jerky. Dedicated to health and giving back, Perky Jerky quickly made a name […]
According to a recent study conducted by a team of Spanish doctors and other researchers, the keto diet may hold the key to sustained weight loss. The research team began their trials in 2014 and have reinitiated it every two years. Their most recent work focused on obesity and the diet’s effect on a person’s […]
Toronto-based meal prep company OTR Meals (“On The Run”) recently expanded their offerings to include low-carb menu options. This is a reflection of the continuing and increasing popularity of the keto and paleo diets. For most, the words “fast food” bring to mind oil, carb, and sugar-laden meals delivered lukewarm to the door. OTR Meals is […]
As the keto-craze continues, chances are you’ve heard one of your friends talk about their ventures into running on keto. Thanks to studies that have shown the ketogenic diet effectiveness at achieving weight loss, it’s become a hot commodity for athletes1, as well. A lot of runners aren’t sure whether it’s for them though, and […]
Convenience Cooking Just Got More Convenient In this digital age where fast and convenient seem to trump all else, it was only a matter of time before cooking got with the program–and it has, with meal plans. Meal plans are now the hottest trend in food. Some of the top ranking meal plans include Blue […]
If you live in any urban city (especially New York City!) you know that the best way to catch a quick lunch is to hit up one of the ubiquitous Halal carts offering tasty meats and spiced rice at all hours of the day. While everyone loves Halal food, most dieters believe that they have […]
When switching to the Keto Diet, many people might miss their favorite Italian pasta or daily snacks of fresh fruit. However, enjoying more meat and dairy in your diet is usually not one of the inconveniences that people complain about. While enjoying an extra couple of ounces of steak, chicken, or fish on a daily […]
If you are trying to follow a low-carb, vegan, or Paleo diet, you probably have a routine that consists of checking nutritional labels, carefully planning your trips to the grocery store, and consulting your favorite search engine to find what’s okay to eat. Spoon Guru, a new app designed by a panel of world-leading nutritionists, […]
When you become pregnant, your body’s needs change. Your hormones go haywire, your uterus expands, you experience changes in your breasts, and your heart pumps more blood. During all these changes, it is important that the mother take the best possible care of herself. A healthy, well-balanced diet is one of the most important routes […]
Most people who switch to a Keto Diet are interested in the potential health benefits that come with increasing your ketone levels. By strictly limiting your carbohydrate intake, your body naturally switches from using glucose as a primary energy source to using ketones. This process, known as ketosis1, brings several important health benefits, which include […]
