He’s a large jolly man draped in red, living in the North Pole, and spreading Christmas cheer all over the world. Santa Claus is a larger-than-life figure, but let’s be honest, Santa’s lifestyle puts him at risk for Type 2 Diabetes. The signs have been present for some time - his belly shakes like jelly, he’s not known for physical fitness, and he certainly has an affinity for sugars and...

By Molly Devine, RD, LDNI really don’t know what I would do if you told me I had to give up my avocados. Thankfully, they are a staple of a balanced ketogenic diet and a great source of healthy fat, potassium, vitamin C, and fiber, so I don’t have to!  So versatile that they can be eaten on their own, mashed in dips, creamed in dressings, and even blended in...

Of course eating fat makes us fat, right? Not so fast. The answer is actually a bit counterintuitive, but not too difficult to parse out. We don’t feed our livestock butter or lard when we want them to quickly reach market weight. Instead, we fatten up our farm animals — pigs, chickens, cattle, and even fish — on grains like corn and soy. So then, it’s reasonable to ask, why...

CrossFit is a fun way for anyone looking to push themselves physically while improving their body composition.CrossFit places great emphasis on being competent at a wide range of physical skills like endurance, strength, power, speed, and coordination.  This is done by performing challenging workouts that test different facets of athleticism.  In order for CrossFitters to be prepared for these intense workouts, their nutrition and recovery programs must be on point...

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,...

We all know that sticking to a healthy lifestyle can be difficult while traveling. We have a few tips that can make things a little easier for you the next time you go on a business trip or family vacation. Keto Travel Tip #1: Do Your Research and Call Ahead Before you begin your trip, do some research about the area you are visiting. Get an understanding of the restaurants and markets...

Get ready to experience the fat-torching benefits of a ketogenic diet. Whether you're starting your keto journey or getting ready for the KETO 30 Challenge, pretty much everything you need to whip up one of our delicious-tasting KetoLogic recipes is on this shopping list:   The easiest way to grocery shop for healthy foods is usually to hit the perimeter of the store. The keto diet is extremely flexible in terms...

Turkey? Check. Stuffing? Check. Cheesecake? You bet! Don't sacrifice your favorite foods this Thanksgiving. Instead, upgrade your usual dinner with a tasty keto makeover. Everything from the veggies to dessert is keto-friendly and delicious, so save room on your plate to try everything. Check out what's on the menu this Thanksgiving: Oven-Roasted Turkey Legs These are no ordinary turkey legs. These have been brined, slathered in grass-fed butter, and sprinkled...