I bought a pressure canner in 2020 but I only used it once to can some salmon I was given. I grew up with a mom who did water bath canning so I learned how to can tomatoes and peaches and other acidic foods. But I had never done pressure canning and I have found it rather intimidating. So I … [Read more...]
Why You Should Have A Bottle Of Apple Cider Vinegar In Your Pantry
Apple cider vinegar is a highly underrated and beneficial item to keep in your pantry. It has so many uses both for the inside and outside of your body. From digestive health, to hair care, apple cider vinegar does it all! Some uses and benefits of apple cider vinegar are: Facial Cleanser Apply apple cider … [Read more...]
Keto Taco Bowls with Avocado Salsa
Who doesn't like tacos? But if you are trying to keep your carbs low, then tacos aren't a great choice. Unless you find a keto version, like this keto taco bowl. You can have all the great flavors of taco in a special keto taco bowl that is just 7.85 gms of carbs per … [Read more...]
Insulin Resistance and Changing Bad Habits
Insulin resistance is the result of too much glucose in the bloodstream that isn’t making its way into the cells to create energy. Insulin is the “key” that unlocks the cell’s doors, so the glucose can be used as it is intended. If the insulin can’t unlock the door, then the glucose becomes stored in the … [Read more...]
Keto Chocolate Mug Cake
Are you having one of those days where you would really enjoy stopping and having some chocolate? But you don't want to sabotage your progress in weight loss or raise your blood sugars? I have a solution for you. This quick and easy chocolate mug cake will satisfy and won't take long … [Read more...]
Is Keto a Fad Diet?
The Keto or Ketogenic diet is considered a fad diet by some. This diet bases its value on helping people get to and use ketosis for weight loss. Essentially, the Keto diet reduces carbs to less than 30 grams per day and lowers insulin levels, which forces your body to use ketones for fuel rather than the … [Read more...]