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Asian pork meatballs with Thai dipping sauce

Spicy Asian Meatballs With Thai Vinaigrette Dipping Sauce

Asian meatball recipe provided by Veronica Culver, The Enchanted Cook Sometimes you have a hankering for a particular thing, and lately, I’ve had Bành mi on my mind, the inspiration for this recipe. And while pork meatballs aren’t what you’d expect to find on a traditional banh mi, this just worked....

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Zinc Supplement Benefits

Zinc is an essential mineral that’s critical to many important bodily processes. It supports immune function, skin health and cell growth. Zinc is also involved in protein and DNA synthesis, cell division and the function of more than 200 enzymes. Foods high in zinc include meat, fish and seafood. It’s...

Bulleproof Ground Coffee, Brain Octane Oil & Ghee lined up sitting on kitchen counter next to coffee mug and a french press

16 Ideas for Delicious Bulletproof Coffee Hacks

In addition to putting butter in coffee, I’ve experimented with adding other nutrients to create new flavors that have an even bigger impact on how I feel. It turns out I’m not alone. Bulletproof fans add a lot of creative things to their daily Bulletproof Coffee recipe. This inspired me...

Magnesium Deficiency Signs, Symptoms and How to Fix It

Signs of Magnesium Deficiency

Could you be suffering from a magnesium deficiency? Magnesium is a crucial mineral that plays a vital role in helping your body operate at its best. It contributes to over 300 functions, including regulating blood pressure, muscle and nerve activity, protein construction, bone development and more. Unfortunately, magnesium deficiency symptoms...

A dish of bacon-mashed cauliflower

Bacon Mashed Cauliflower Recipe

Loaded mashed potatoes are a classic, whether you’re devouring a grass-fed steak or enjoying a holiday meal. Spuds just seem to go with everything. What they don’t go with is a low-carb diet. One medium russet potato has a whopping 34.8 grams of carbohydrates with only 2.4 grams of fiber....

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Zoodle Nests With Baked Eggs Recipe

Zoodles recipe courtesy Ryan Carter Zucchini is a healthy, nutrient-dense source of potassium, phosphorus, and fiber – and notoriously low in carbs as well. In fact, this zoodle recipe contains just 6 grams of carbs per serving plus it’s rich in vitamin B12. The ghee, eggs and avocado make its fat...

collagen tea

Collagen Sleep Tea

If you’re having a bit of trouble winding down from the day, a gentle, calming cup of collagen-infused sleep tea might just be the wind-down beverage you’ve been searching for. You can think of this tea as a subtle way to lull you into a sleepy state so you can...

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What is Glutathione? Healthy Aging, Immunity & Detox Support

Glutathione, also known as “GSH” or the “master antioxidant,” is an easy way to help stop the harmful chain of reactions caused by diet and stress. Are your daily stress levels at an all-time high? Here’s one powerful way to stay resilient: Get more antioxidants like glutathione in your life....

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Choosing the Best Protein Powder for Your Body: A Complete Guide

Shopping for protein powder is a challenging feat. There is no shortage of options, from whey to casein to soy to egg. All claim to deliver the powerful benefits of protein: keeping you satiated, growing and repairing cells and boosting metabolism. Each new protein tub may bring a new set...

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Vegetarian Keto: Can Vegetarians Go Keto ?

Does the thought of going vegetarian keto seem almost impossible to you? After all, the ketogenic diet doesn’t include many carbohydrates. The typical macronutrient breakdown with this eating plan allows for less than 50 grams of net carbs per day, going as low as 20 grams. If you don’t eat...

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How to Improve Gut Health and Support Your Microbiome

For total wellness from the top down, start with your gut. Gut health can have an impact on everything from your skin to your metabolism to your mental wellbeing. But keeping your gut healthy is no small task-—there are tens of billions of microbes in your digestive tract that can...

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Keto Iced Coffee Protein Shake

Recipe provided by Bare Nutrition Health. There’s nothing better than treating yourself to your favorite coffee drink, whether you sip cold brew all year long or like to switch things up with a frozen (and caffeinated) treat. This Keto Iced Coffee Protein Shake delivers a jolt of sustained energy and...

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Why Carb Cycling Can Be an Effective Strategy for Keto Dieters

Carbohydrates continue to be a hot topic in the world of nutrition. Both low-carb and ketogenic (keto) diets rely on specific macronutrient ratios to achieve a state of ketosis. But if heavily restricting carbs sounds too extreme, there is a happy medium: carb cycling. This style of eating gives you...

Maple roasted nuts with turmeric

Maple-Roasted Nut Mix with Turmeric and Black Pepper

Recipe and content provided by Amanda Haas Nuts are loaded with beneficial health properties, and this mix does not disappoint. Six Brazil nuts contain 774% of the daily dose of selenium, which is critical for providing antioxidants for the body and fighting free radicals. Selenium and turmeric also support a...

Dairy-free pesto with collagen protein

Dairy-Free Pesto with Collagen Peptides

Recipe and content provided by Amanda Haas Pesto is one of my absolute favorite condiments.  Whether it’s slathered over grilled chicken or shrimp, used as a dressing for salads, or served with crudités for dipping, this pesto packs a punch of nutritional benefits. Basil is loaded with anti-inflammatory properties, and...

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Can You Take Supplements While Fasting? Everything You Need to Know

Fasting means abstaining from food for a specific period. There are many ways to do it, the most common being intermittent fasting, where you alternate between eating and fasting windows. Extended fasting lasts 24 hours or more, like the 48-hour fast. Another popular method is time-restricted eating, where you consume...