If you've been following a ketogenic diet or even just considering trying keto, you've probably heard of the term "BHB".So you might be wondering...What is Beta-Hydroxybutyrate (also known as BHB)? And probably more importantly, what does BHB do? What Is Beta-Hydroxybutyrate (BHB)? You may hear beta-hydroxybutyrate (BHB) be referred to as exogenous ketones or BHB salts. These are all interchangeable names for the same thing. BHB is a dietary supplement ingredient...

Let’s face it.Even the most hardcore keto dieters want a piece of chocolate every now and then.The problem? A typical 40g chocolate bar has 20g of sugar. Besides being an obvious keto no-no, this also is just a general no-no for your health. The sugars in these bars are not keto-friendly sweeteners. The impact on your blood glucose levels when your body has to respond to that much sugar is scary....

Medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) are pretty cool. They’re an unassuming, odorless, transparent liquid at room temperature, but they pack a serious health kick when incorporated into your diet.Initially used to treat epilepsy (read: good for your brain) [1], they are now being cited for promoting weight loss [2], increased energy [3], mental focus [4], and a host of other health benefits ranging from improved cholesterol levels [5] to gut health [6]. And this isn’t just our...

For a diet made up predominantly of fat, you'll want to make sure you stock up on the absolute best keto cooking oils. That's because the oil you cook with can make or break the perfect meal!Not all oils are created equally, and some are better for cooking than others.Some have to go through intense processing before they ever make it to your kitchen. Others have such low smoke points...

If you're like most keto followers, you breathed a sigh of relief to know that coffee can be part of a keto diet. Sure, you have to replace half and half with heavy cream. And you have to replace sugar with a sugar-free keto sweetener. But knowing you can still jumpstart your day with a freshly brewed cup of coffee certainly makes the keto diet that much more sustainable.Black coffee,...

One of the top concerns many people have about going keto is how much effort it takes to cook and plan meals. It’s not always easy to hit your daily keto macros of 75% fat, 20% protein, and 5% carbohydrates.We compiled our 16 favorite keto-friendly products you can find at Trader Joe's that make staying on track a breeze (we tried to cut it to 15 and couldn't!).And best of...

MCT oil and keto seem to go together like PB&J. And that's because MCTs are considered the ultimate keto supplement.MCTs are "medium-chain triglycerides", which are a special kind of fat found in plant-based oils and milk products (especially coconut oil). These fats boast properties not seen in other fats, especially related to ketone production. MCT oil is considered an exogenous ketone, like BHB (beta-hydroxybutyrate), which can support ketosis and provide a...

Low-carb, high-fat diets owe much of their popularity and effectiveness to the fact that they place a greater emphasis on unprocessed whole foods. In addition to enjoying more flavorful meals, dieters are able to obtain good sources of important nutrients directly from food sources, like certain vitamins, which are more bioavailable in fats. As a result, this reduces the need to supplement when consuming low-carb, high-fat diets. Having said that,...