Fructose is a sugar that is found in fruit and gives it its sweetness. It is also a type of sugar that forms part of table sugar (sucrose) and is one of the leading industrial sweeteners in the form of high-fructose corn syrup. As with most things nutrition-based, there is much nuance and bio individuality with regards to fructose and whether it should be part of your healthy lifestyle.
Read MoreA vegan diet does not necessarily imply it is healthy, since, by definition, it does not exclude a lot of processed foods, sugar, or gluten. Simply look at the popularity of fake meats which are incredibly processed and not necessarily healthy by any stretch of the imagination.
Read MoreDo NOT be afraid of eating only meat. It is what humans are designed and have evolved to eat. Your kidneys are not going to explode. Your arteries will not get “clogged up” from eating bacon and you will definitely not get type 2 diabetes from only eating meat.
Read MoreProteins are one of the three basic components of food, alongside carbohydrates and fast (lipids). They are a combination of 22 different amino acids (chemical building blocks). Proteins are broken down into amino acids for various uses in the body.
Read MoreEdible Straws are the perfect addition to any cold summer beverage!
Read MoreDairy comes from an animal so it is technically okay to eat but the basis of the Carnivore Diet is eating in a way that is congruent with how humans are designed to eat, and dairy was only very minimally present in the human diet before the Agricultural Revolution when humans first domesticated animals.
Read MoreYou may have heard the term “fat adapted” or have even been striving for it. After all, becoming fat adapted is the goal on a low carb diet because it means your body has completely transitioned from relying on carbohydrates for fuel (or being carb-adapted) to relying on fat as your primary energy source (aka fat adapted).
Read MoreHoliday get away feeling right at home! Decadent, indulgent and low carb - a match made in chocolate heaven.
Read MoreThere are many common issues that can sabotage success on a carnivore diet like eating too many plants and fruits. There are also many less obvious and uncommon mis-steps which can lead to lack of results and abandoning the lifestyle.
Read MoreHistamine is a vital signaling molecule in the immune, digestive, and nervous systems. It is released during an immune reaction to help fight a foreign agent or allergen. You may have heard of “histamine intolerance” and are wondering what it is and how it may be impacting you and your health.
Read MoreKids can have low-carb treats too - no need for sugar laden store-bought snacks.
Read MoreYou have probably been told over and over that staying hydrated is the best thing you can possibly do for your health—but can there be too much of a good thing? The golden rule is eight glasses per day, which already seems like a stretch to some but can be a walk in the park for others
Read MoreLove sushi? Avoiding all the carbs in rice? Dori’s got you covered!
Read MoreYou may be surprised to know that common issues like heartburn and acid reflux are actually caused by low stomach acid. In fact, most digestive issues as well as many other non-digestive symptoms can be attributed to low levels of stomach acid.
Read MoreRetro foods are all the rage and a not-so-secret ingredient transforms this retro dessert into the perfect low carb masterpiece
Read MoreElectrolytes are minerals that carry an electric charge when dissolved in your bodily fluids - blood, urine and sweat. They play a major role in how the body functions, and low or imbalanced levels can harm the body. Your main electrolytes are sodium, chloride, potassium and phosphate but magnesium, calcium and bicarbonate also play important roles.
Read MoreYou have probably been told that fiber is also absolutely necessary for proper digestive function. While fiber does perform numerous valuable functions for the gut (like producing beneficial short-chain fatty acids and aiding gut health) it might not be absolutely necessary in terms of regulating bowel movements.
Read MoreShine brightly with this dairy free celebration cake.
Read MoreYou might still have some unanswered questions when it comes to the carnivore diet. Once the basics are covered, answering some of the questions I get most commonly asked, will hopefully address any doubts you might have about taking the plunge into an all-meat diet.
Read MoreYou have probably heard about Cauliflower crust... I think it's broccoli's time to shine!!
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