Diet Tips

Intermittent fasting, also called IF, involves a cycle of fasting and then eating within a predetermined period of time. Humans naturally fast when we sleep and between meals and snacks. Intermittent fasting is based on research that supports extending those natural periods of fasting to promote certain health benefits. Keep...

Being Bulletproof is really about making simple changes to your routine and noticing whether those changes improve your performance. Of all the big health moves you can make, here is the change that may have the biggest potential for impact: drink more water. Water is key to every function in...

Keto (short for ketogenic) is a low-carb, high-fat and moderate-protein diet. Eating this way sends the body into a metabolic process called ketosis, which is when the body starts breaking down fat for fuel. Everyone from celebrities to regular keto devotees swears by the ketogenic diet for its health benefits....

Intermittent fasting is skyrocketing in popularity as modern research uncovers its health and weight management benefits. Extending the time between meals can profoundly impact your brain and help your body work even better. One intermittent fasting style you may be hearing a lot about is an all-day fast with the...

Just because you’re gluten-free, keto or grain-free doesn’t mean pasta is off the table. Meet shirataki noodles, the zero-calorie, low-carb noodle that’s about to change your life. Popular in Japanese cuisine for centuries, they are exploding on the health food scene as a keto-friendly pasta alternative, and with good reason—they...

Cashews make for a delicious, low-carb snack—but are cashews good for you? As it turns out, yes! Cashews not only taste amazing, but they’re also full of micronutrients and quality fats that can help support your health goals. Read on to learn more about cashew nutrition and what to look...

Along with fat, salt has been demonized for decades in the name of heart health. Truth is, you can consider salt—especially Himalayan pink salt—a health-supportive food, in the right amounts. You’d die without sodium, and several studies have found that restricting sodium may not impact the risk of heart disease...

Macros is shorthand for “macronutrients”, the three main categories of nutrients your body needs to survive. The three macronutrients are carbohydrates, fats and protein. Balancing your intake of these macronutrients is essential for maintaining a healthy diet. Some diets focus on specific macronutrient ratios for targeted wellness or weight management...

When you hear the word “detox,” your mind may churn up images of fad diets that leave you feeling more miserable than radiant. Most of the time, detoxes aren’t the healthiest route for your body. But there is one exception: a sugar detox. A sugar detox eliminates sugar intake for...

Starch is a common carbohydrate in foods like potatoes, rice and bread, but not all starches are created equal. Regular starches are quickly broken down into glucose by the body, leading to a rapid rise in blood sugar levels.? Resistant starch behaves differently. Unlike regular starch, it resists digestion in...

Unless you dream of greens, it can be tough to eat enough vegetables every day. You know they’re good for you: Veggies are packed with essential nutrients that support your entire body, plus fiber to support regular digestion. The problem is vegetables aren’t easy. They have to be cleaned, prepped...

A 2018 study published in Neurology demonstrates that a daily dose of leafy greens – think spinach, kale, collard greens, bok choy — is linked to sharper memory and slower cognitive decline in seniors. Leafy greens consumption slows cognitive decline substantially To understand the relationship between leafy greens and age-related cognitive...

Eat fat to burn fat? It sounds counterintuitive, but that’s what makes the ketogenic diet so unique. Also called the keto diet, this low-carbohydrate, high-fat style of eating can help you feel energized and laser-sharp. It can even help you stay at a healthy weight—all while enjoying delicious, satisfying foods....

Juice cleanses and detox teas don’t hold a candle to your body’s ability to detox. One of the ways it does this is through autophagy, a natural process that cleans out damaged cells and helps keep your systems humming. Autophagy may sound overly scientific, but it is extremely important. This...

Intuitive eating is a way to connect with your body—not control it. Instead of counting calories or tracking every bite, you focus on how food makes you feel. This approach helps support your energy, mood and long-term health. Strict diets can add stress. That stress can backfire and make healthy...

You may have heard of the Bulletproof Diet before, but we’re here to give you the full rundown on what it actually entails. From its potential health benefits to how it works in collaboration with intermittent fasting, we’ll dive into the science behind this ketogenic style of eating. Most importantly,...