Cheating on the Keto Diet: How it Impacts Ketosis
The ketogenic diet is more of a lifestyle. It’s not something you do for a month or two then go back to your old diet. For it to be truly effective, you’ll want to make it a permanent way of eating. Because of that, it’s common for people to cheat from time to time by having a non-keto food or meal. And when that happens, you'll quickly feel the consequences...
Three Ways to Stay in Ketosis While Traveling
Hitting the road for the holidays? Tip #1: Intermittent Fasting This first "hack" isn’t something that is super difficult to do, but it helps a TON when you’re on the road with minimal keto-friendly options.You see, I rarely -- and I mean RARELY -- eat breakfast, especially when I’m on the road. I know that it’s kind of backwards thinking because a lot of us were trained to believe that breakfast...
Tasty Food Ideas For Your Labor Day Keto Party
With Labor Day right around the corner, the party planning has begun. And sometimes it can be tricky to plan a party that all your friends will enjoy without breaking all the rules when it comes to nutrition. But fear not, this article is your guide to throwing a party full of tasty treats that your guests will enjoy even if they haven’t embraced your keto lifestyle. Drinks We’ll start...
Keto Chocolate Recipes for Chocolate Lovers
Cutting out sugar doesn't necessarily mean you have to deprive your sweet tooth altogether. These keto-friendly chocolate recipes offer bold chocolaty flavor without all of the sugar you'd find in milk chocolate candy.How does this sound - freshly baked brownies, smooth creamy ice cream, chocolate bars, and more without ANY guilt? Sounds too good to be true, right? Wrong. In fact, a little dark chocolate can go a long way without...
Need Motivation? Here Are 5 Reasons To Do The KETO 30 Challenge
Look better. Feel better. Think better. Sleep better. Live better. The KETO 30 Challenge is a 30-day program designed to jump-start your keto journey and improve your life, both physically and mentally. Consider it an investment in your own health and happiness. Here are the top 5 reasons to sign up: Simplify your diet. Your life is already busy and hectic. That’s probably why you haven’t had time to focus...
10 Keto Recipes for the Big Game
With the Big Game around the corner, don't be tempted by the carb-loaded chips, cookies, and pizzas. Instead, whip up one (or all) of these perfect game day keto recipes! From quick and easy finger foods to totally filling meals, we've got you covered so you'll be the MVP of your party! 1. Guacamole Everyone. Loves. Guac. It's as simple as that. No party is complete without guacamole, but only...
National Bacon Day: Three Baconlicious Brands You Must Try!
By Danny VegaBACON. For many of us, reading or hearing the word alone leads to a visceral reaction. I know I felt my salivary glands perk up. It’s used in a lot of our staples here in America—bacon and eggs, bacon cheeseburgers, and there are even bacon COOKIES. Good bacon provides a perfect combination of saltiness, crunchiness, and fattiness for your salivating mouth. Thankfully, good old-fashioned bacon has enjoyed a...
Grass-Fed Beef vs. Grain-Fed Beef: What's the Difference?
The food you eat is important, but the food your food eats can be just as important. This is especially true when it comes to beef. There’s been a lot of discussion about the differences between grass-fed and grain-fed beef, but how much of an impact does that have on our own diet and nutrition?Grass-fed vs. grain-fed: what’s the difference?Most cows’ lives begin the same way. They are born and...