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When it comes to diet, one of the most widely understood rules is that caloric intake matters. The recipe of calories in versus calories out has been the standard for weight loss for as long as we can remember. One of the greatest struggles in dieting is the battle we have overcoming limitations - like [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
For many celebrities, the pursuit of radiant youth and a fit physique is what keeps them on top of their professional game. At 51 years old, Halle Berry appears to have fought back against the hands of time and maintained an enviable glow that leaves many wondering just how she manages to stay looking so [...]
Hey girl, let’s talk. You know the feeling, I’m sure. You’re rocking that keto diet, the weight is coming off so fast that you get on the scale and do a little happy dance. Your daily food log is a shining example of perfect macros. Those ketones are making you feel so clear, focused, and [...]
Many people use low carb diets for weight loss but some debate whether a low carb diet plan is all that healthy for the mind. The brain is a powerful organ burning upwards of 300 calories a day, and it runs on carbs - glucose to be exact1. Glucose is the product of metabolized carbohydrates [...]
In the past, proponents of the HCG diet hailed it as the secret force behind boosting one’s metabolism while burning fat and supporting measurable weight loss. Even better? These same proponents say dieters can partake in the HCG diet1 safely and effectively without ever feeling hungry. The HCG, or human chorionic gonadotropin diet, was first [...]
Understanding PCOS Hey there! You've likely landed here because you're considering using a ketogenic, or keto, diet to manage Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). Well, you're in luck, as this article aims to provide a thorough understanding of the benefits and considerations of using the keto diet to help manage PCOS. Let's dive in, shall we? [...]
It would be great to eat deliciously prepared, wholesome dishes at every meal, wouldn’t it? But let’s face it, sometimes you’ve just got to eat. Whether you’re driving the kids from activity to activity or you’re on a road trip, fast food is usually the easiest solution when your stomach starts to growl. Surprisingly, with [...]
In the ongoing effort to combat type 2 diabetes, many studies indicate that a low carb, ketogenic diet may be the key.1 However, for those that have been prescribed a ketogenic diet to treat diabetes, the process of adopting this lifestyle can be quite the challenge. Accustomed to a diet that is high in sugar [...]
By now, we’ve all heard the hype about good and bad carbohydrates, but did you know that there are actually some people who are carbohydrate intolerant? Yes, it’s a real thing, but it’s also what Dr. Lipman1, a leader in integrative and functional medicine, calls a “gray area.” Carbohydrates interact differently with each body, and [...]
On its website’s homepage, the Sugar Association (a trade group) calls itself the “scientific voice” of the sugar industry, determined to increase consumer confidence in “the role that sugar plays in a nutritious, balanced, and enjoyable diet."1 Recently uncovered documents reveal just how true to its word the association has been. In the 1960s, the [...]
