Here’s Why the Mediterranean Diet Is BS
How exactly is the US interpretation of "the Mediterranean diet" misinformed? In an epic-fail kind of way. For decades, beginning with its inspiration of the USDA’s first Dietary Guidelines, we’ve been
Weight Loss
MYTH BUSTING: How Many Carbs Can You Have on a Low Carb Diet?
According to some people, I eat a low-carb diet. I both agree and disagree...wha?! Confused? It's not your fault. There are a lot of confusing standards out there about what makes a
Complex Carbohydrates: Good Carbs vs Bad Carbs
National Dietary Guidelines and many heath "experts" have long told us to load up on complex carbohydrates, particularly grains (especially “whole grains”) and cereal products. This has lead to a
Sugar Free Hot Apple Cider Recipe (Low Carb)
Nothing spells winter like hot apple cider! Unfortunately, most recipes are sugar-laden. Just a little can totally derail your healthy-eating efforts. Fortunately, my Sugar Free Hot Apple Cider Recipe is
Low Carb Pumpkin Pancakes Recipe (grain free, dairy free, nut free, Paleo)
I'm a firm believer in pumpkin. Year-round. I love integrating pumpkin into all manner of recipes. I recently created a low carb pumpkin pancakes recipe (grain free, dairy free, nut
No-Bake Sugar Free Chocolate Fudge Bites Recipe (low carb, grain free, Paleo, dairy free, nut free)
This dessert recipe is many things: sugar free, low carb, grain free, Paleo, dairy free, and nut free. It's also decadent, satiating, and doesn't require an oven. Prep-time is roughly
Low Carb Sugar Free Hot Chocolate Recipe (plus dairy free option)
Baby, it's cold outside! Warm up during colder months with my low carb sugar free hot chocolate recipe! Plus, I included a luscious dairy free option.
This recipe is chocolate-y, creamy, satisfying,
What Is the Healthiest Cooking Oil?
What is the healthiest cooking oil? There's an overabundance of options out there, with equally as much misinformation--canola oil, grapeseed oil, avocado oil--the list goes on. With all the confusion
Easy Low Carb Cranberry Sauce Recipe (No Sugar Added)
You don't have to throw in the towel with healthy eating just because it's the holidays. Cranberry sauce is a classic holiday staple. It's also the most sugar-laden. That is, until
Plant Protein vs Animal Protein: The Myths and Facts
If you live in the 21st century, you've most likely heard comparisons about plant protein vs animal protein. You’ve probably heard plant foods like quinoa, broccoli and soy are equally