The ketogenic diet is a popular, effective way to lose weight and improve your health. When followed correctly, this low-carb, high-fat diet will raise blood ketone levels. Ketone provides a new fuel source for your cells and causes most of the unique health benefits of this...
The amount of carbs we should consume is a highly debated topic. Dietary guidelines suggest that we get about half of our calories from carbohydrates. On the other hand, some claim that carbs may lead to obesity and type 2 diabetes, and that most people should limit...
Vegetables are low in calories but rich in vitamins, minerals and other important nutrients. In addition, many are low in carbs and high in fiber, making them ideal for low-carb diets. The definition of a low-carb diet varies widely. Most are under 150 grams of carbs per...
Vegetables are low in calories but rich in vitamins, minerals and other important nutrients. In addition, many are low in carbs and high in fiber, making them ideal for low-carb diets. The definition of a low-carb diet varies widely. Most are under 150 grams of carbs per...
You put a lot of effort into your workouts, always looking to perform better and reach your goals. Chances are you've given more thought to your pre-workout meal than your post-workout meal. But consuming the right nutrients after you exercise is just as important as what you...
High blood sugar occurs when your body doesn't make enough or effectively use insulin, a hormone that regulates blood glucose and helps it enter your cells for energy. High blood sugar (hyperglycemia) is associated with diabetes. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that 13%...
High blood sugar occurs when your body doesn't make enough or effectively use insulin, a hormone that regulates blood glucose and helps it enter your cells for energy. High blood sugar (hyperglycemia) is associated with diabetes. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that 13%...
Coffee contains caffeine, which is the most commonly consumed psychoactive substance in the world. Caffeine is also included in most commercial fat-burning supplements today — and for good reason. Moreover, it's one of the few substances known to help mobilize fats from your fat tissues and increase...
Low carbohydrate diets can be very effective for weight loss. Reducing carbs tends to reduce your appetite and cause automatic weight loss, or weight loss without the need to count calories. For some people, a low carb diet allows them to eat until fullness, feel satisfied,...
Halloween is just around the corner, and that's the perfect time to take a hard look at all the candy, carbs, and sugars associated with the holiday. This week, we're going to look at why Halloween candy can be so upsetting to an adult stomach. When you're...
Halloween is just around the corner, and that's the perfect time to take a hard look at all the candy, carbs, and sugars associated with the holiday. This week, we're going to look at quitting junk food, and a controversial study that equated kicking sweets with...
Having diabetes doesn't mean you need to deny yourself all the foods you love, but you do want to make healthier food choices. One good choice is to eat a lot of fruits and vegetables, which are heavy in nutrition but light in calories. Some fruits and...
Diabetes is a chronic disease that has reached epidemic proportions among adults and children worldwide (1). Uncontrolled diabetes has many serious consequences, including heart disease, kidney disease, blindness and other complications. Prediabetes has also been linked to these conditions (2). Importantly, eating the wrong foods can raise your...
Energize your body and mind with good-for-you carbs The diet industry has been doing you wrong by being wishy-washy about carbs. Despite what you may have heard, carbohydrates aren’t a no-no. So, stop feeling guilty for noshing a much-needed macronutrient and focus on smart carb consumption strategies...