Following the ketogenic diet is a great way to keep your immune system healthy [1]. The keto diet is a low-carb, high-fat diet that is about 75% fat, 20% protein, and 5% carbohydrates.Because keto places an emphasis on nutritious, anti-inflammatory foods, your body doesn't have to constantly get rid of toxins. This frees your immune system up to focus on removing the viruses and bacterias that cause colds or the...

By Molly Devine, RDAs we find ourselves in the Era of Social Distancing, more and more Americans are having to rely on three meals a day coming from their own home. As a Registered Dietitian, it makes me happy to see many of my clients getting back to the basics, learning new kitchen skills, and sharing more family meals. As a firm supporter of my local restaurant and food industry,...

If you have struggled with stress eating, emotional eating, or binge eating, you are not alone. There are no statistics that show the amount of stress eating that happens during a crisis, but we can assume it's much higher than usual. So how can you deal in this time of high anxiety? In this article, we will outline what stress eating is, and offer some effective ways to cope with your stress.  What...

Perhaps you've heard that taking collagen is good for your skin and hair. But what about your immune system?It stands to reason that collagen, the most abundant proteins found in all mammals, could boost our immunity and protect us from diseases.But how exactly? And which ailments can collagen protect us from?Here's an overview of what collagen is, its health benefits, and two ways it can boost your immune health. What is...

You’ve probably heard it before: eating the rainbow can improve your health and boost your immune system. That’s because brightly colored fruits and vegetables tend to be rich in vitamins and minerals, which are critical for immune health. This is true no matter what diet you’re on, including the keto diet. The keto diet is a low-carb, high-fat diet that calls for a caloric breakdown of 75% fat, 20% protein, and 5%...

Your immune system is your first line of defense when it comes to staying healthy and living a full, active life. Everything can fight for your attention until you get sick. Then only one thing matters: getting better. But what if we were all more proactive about our health, even in times when we are well? Paying attention to these daily ways to boost your immune health could help your body fight...

When it comes to low-carb vegetables, there aren't many better options than cauliflower. Why? For starters, cauliflower only has 3 grams of net carbs per serving, and it’s full of vitamins and minerals that keep your body healthy and happy.But perhaps the best benefit of cauliflower is its versatility. Since low-carb diets became more popular, chefs and grocery stores all over the world continue to come up with new ways to replace...

For some people, life without pizza isn’t life worth living. So if you’re embarking on a low-carb or keto diet, we won’t be surprised if you are wondering whether you’ll still be able to enjoy pizza.The short answer is: yes. The longer answer is: yes, but you’ll have to make some changes.That’s because a slice of regular crust pizza contains 30 grams of carbs, which is virtually all the carbs...