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...]
Low Carb Strawberry Ice Cream
It is strawberry season in Pennsylvania and every year I go and pick berries with my kids. Now it is just the two youngest who are able to join me in picking, but we still go. Last week we went and picked about 7 lbs of berries. I got motivated to make a strawberry ice cream after reading a … [Read more...]
Avocado Oil? Yes or No?
Avocado oil is a newer oil on the scene and it is presented as a healthy option. We have heard this before about other oils, so let's take a good look at this fruity oil to see what kinds of benefits it offers. Health benefits of avocado oil include regulating metabolism, … [Read more...]
Book Review: Keto by Maria and Craig Emmerich
I received this review copy in exchange for an honest review. I read a lot of health books. And most of them are good. I learn a few things and I put them on my shelf as good reference books. But every once in a while I read a special book – a book that changes my life. Two years ago I read a book like … [Read more...]
Keto Comfort Foods Cookbook Review
I have the privilege of reviewing Keto Comfort Foods by Maria Emmerich, a blogger I have followed for awhile. I knew I liked her recipes so when I was able to get a copy of new cookbook, I jumped at it. I was not disappointed. This is a great keto cookbook, for anyone who is trying to cut carbs in their … [Read more...]