What is the Glucose Ketone Index and Why Does It Matter?
We’re all for using tools to improve our health and meet personal goals for our bodies. If you’ve never heard of or used the glucose ketone index (GKI), now’s the time to learn more about this useful tool. This article will fully explain the glucose ketone index and why it matters that we all use…
Are MCT Supplements Helpful on the Ketogenic Diet?
What do you think of it when you see “MCT” on a product label? Most of us have a positive association with these three letters and for a good reason! Incorporating quality sources of MCTs into your diet is one of the smartest additions to your daily routine and improves your ketogenic diet. What Are MCTs,…
The Ketogenic Bible Book Review
When a pair of the up and coming keto shakers and movers (Ryan Lowery and Jacob Wilson) announced that they were launching a definitive ketogenic resource, I needed to get my hands on it. They were gracious to send over a review copy a few weeks ago, and I finally navigated through this beast. Seriously,…
Hormones and the Ketogenic Diet
One of the most controversial topics surrounding the ketogenic diet is it’s safety-related to hormones. Some say keto is amazing for regulating hormones and others say the opposite. So, what should you believe? Well, let’s start with the basics. Hormones are chemical messengers produced by endocrine glands that work together to regulate different processes in the body. The…
Here’s What Research Says About Keto While Breastfeeding
Did you know that they enter a natural state of ketosis soon after babies are born? Yep, you read that right — research shows that newborn infants are in ketosis and remain in this normal, healthy state while breastfeeding. Furthermore, research confirms that breast milk from healthy mothers is 50-60% fat, and the cholesterol in breast milk…
How To Use The Ketogenic Diet for Productivity and Mental Performance
Beginning in the 1920s, the ketogenic diet, or “keto” diet — which involves eating mostly fat and protein as an energy source with a low intake of carbohydrates — has been used by many for weight loss and helping patients with diabetes or epilepsy. But there’s another less-talked-about benefit of this diet: ketosis for mental performance. If…
15 Best Keto Desserts to Buy in 2022
When it comes to desserts, what often comes to mind is sugar, which can quickly raise your blood glucose levels. Desserts may satisfy your sweet tooth, but they’re not the best for someone following a keto diet. Are there any sweets you can eat on keto? Fortunately, not everything is off-limits because there are keto…
Can I use soy sauce on the keto diet?
One of the most asked questions for those following a keto diet is if soy sauce can be eaten. The answer is yes, but only in moderation. Like many other sauces out there, Soy sauce has carbs hidden from sight and won’t be listed on the nutrition label. However, you can calculate the net carbs…
Easy Keto Recipes: Creamed Cauliflower
Your search for a low-carb side dish is over! This Keto Creamed Spinach recipe is easy to make, delicious, and with just 4g of carbs per serving, it won’t knock you out of ketosis. Give it a try, and let us know what you think in the comments below. Creamed Cauliflower: A staple keto side…
Three Delicious Ideas for a Keto Cobbler
In the South, cobbler is a dessert rather than a particular recipe. Essentially it’s a fruit that’s been slightly boiled and then baked with sugar and butter. It may be served warm with ice cream or whipped cream and other toppings. Cobblers are also referred to as pandowdy and grunt because of the sounds made…
