If you follow the keto diet, you’re sure to have heard about, read about, and seen the term net carbs frequently. But, what’s the big deal with net carbs? We’re here to give you the rundown on what net carbs are, how to calculate them, and why they’re important to the keto diet. What are … Read more
You’ve probably seen influencers praising the benefits of the ketogenic diet on social media, and celebrities sharing their weight loss stories after going keto. But the ketogenic (keto) diet has been around since the 1920s. Dr. Russel Wilder was the first person to use the keto diet as a way to treat epilepsy seizures in children at … Read more
Intermittent fasting has gained traction in the past few years as a popular weight loss tool. But can it overlap with the Keto Diet? There are some potential benefits to intermittent fasting, including weight management, reduced inflammation and blood sugar control. So, why pair these two at all? Well, because Keto and intermittent fasting can be quite complementary. In fact, … Read more
When following the ketogenic diet, it’s not enough to just reduce your carbohydrate intake and increase your fat intake. You want to keep track of the macronutrients you consume to ensure your body is absorbing the recommended percentage of each daily. This blog will outline what macronutrients are, the role they play in the keto … Read more
There’s a new, natural sweetener available, and it even comes with health benefits. Allulose is a low-calorie sweetener that tastes like sugar and actually boosts fat loss, but it’s not artificial. The main benefits of allulose are that it doesn’t cause a glycemic response and has much fewer calories. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration … Read more