Our ancestors did not always have access to food and would regularly have times of food shortage and famine. These challenges primed the human physiology giving you a stronger survival advantage through an ability to change your metabolism to meet unique demands.
Read MoreSqueeze every last drop of Summer with this delicious frozen treat!!
Read MoreIf you are suffering from symptoms that could be tied to nightshade sensitivity, taking the time to eliminate them from your diet and give your body a chance to recover might save a lifetime of pain and discomfort.
Read MoreSummer calls for reshreshing frozen treats and having some that are both kid and dog friendly hit all the right spots.
Read MoreUnfortunately, in our modern world, most people try to increase their energy with stimulants – coffee, energy drinks, energy shots, and whatever the latest popular energy boosting product is. These might give you a quick burst of energy, but you’ll slowly (or not) come crashing down again, sometimes feeling even worse than before. The questions becomes how do you increase your energy so it’s sustained at a high level all day long?
Read MoreI created an aversion to Peanut Butter by over eating it :(
Yes...sadly, for those of you who don’t know that is a thing.
I still love Peanut Butter though... and get my fix by combining flavors, like Peanut Butter and Chocolate!!!!
Read MoreNet carbs, also known as digestible carbohydrates, is a term given to those carbohydrates that can be absorbed by the body. These include both simple and complex carbohydrates. Simple carbohydrates contain one or two sugar units linked together (think fruits, vegetables, milk and honey). Complex carbohydrates contain many sugar units linked together (as in potatoes, rice and bread).
Read MoreIf you are looking for sneaky sugars and hidden carbs that cause weight loss stalls, they are often found lurking in salad dressings, marinades and condiments. But you can make your own at home with ingredients you probably have on hand.
Read MoreThe simple key to effective weight loss and maintenance revolves around automatically reducing your appetite, not by white knuckling it and starving yourself but by fixing the imbalanced hormones and brain chemistry that drive hunger and overeating. This in turn allows your metabolism to work effectively, burning energy consistently through the day.
Read MoreCucumber & Lemon water is well known for being a classic cooling food, helping to maintain the body's water balance on hot days. Try this delicious twist on a summer favorite.
Read MoreYou might eat with the intention that what goes into your mouth will end up in your body. You break your food down into nutrients, and then absorb them to use for all the things you need. Unfortunately, a lot can go wrong between the eating and the getting the nutrients part of this process and a little help may, or may not be necessary…
Read MoreMissing bagels on your low carb plan? This recipe has you covered!
Read MoreWhile the standard ketogenic diet can help with weight loss, some speculate that building muscle and increasing strength on keto can be challenging and athletes sometimes report lack of energy or an inability to recover efficiently from strenuous workouts. While these claims are not backed by research, for those concerned or simply unable to commit to going full keto, the cyclical ketogenic diet (CKD) may be the answer.
Read MoreWhat happenes when you’re carnivore or very low carb and want to share in a summer festival treat? You get creative…..
Read MoreSitting is the new smoking and living a sedentary lifestyle is a dangerous one! The more hours people spend sitting at work, driving, lying on the couch watching TV, or engaged in other leisurely pursuits, the greater their odds of dying early from all causes, including heart disease and cancer.
Read MoreThe baseline requirement for regularity is three bowel movements a week, but a better indication of a truly healthy gut is having a bowel movement one to three times a day. Regular bowel movements and adequate elimination are key indicators of a properly functioning digestive system.
Read MoreMaking these doubles as a fun family activity and you can each create your ownb delicious food art
Try all you favorite flavours!!
Read MoreEnzymes are essential for healthy digestion and a healthy body. They work with other chemicals in the body, such as stomach acid and bile, to help break down food into molecules for a wide range of bodily functions. Carbohydrates, for instance, are needed for energy, while protein is necessary to build and repair muscle, among other functions. But they must be converted into forms that can be absorbed and utilized by your body.
Read MoreThere is always room for Jello!
Make it at home with 3 simple ingredients, you probably have in your pantry right now…
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