Diet Tips

The ketogenic (keto) diet is a low-carb, high-fat diet that has become incredibly popular due to its proposed health benefits. This includes weight loss and a lowered risk for heart disease and diabetes. There are two ways to approach the keto diet: dirty keto and clean keto. Dirty keto still...

Despite your best efforts, you may find you’re not getting the results you want from the keto diet. You may ask, “Why am I not losing weight on keto?” Maybe you’re encountering challenges like weight fluctuations. You might even be experiencing gains instead of losses. It’s common to hit a...

Is it possible to enjoy both a keto lifestyle and drink alcohol? In a word: Kinda. While many beers and classic cocktails fall outside the scope of a low-carb diet, that doesn’t mean all adult beverages are a no go. So, what alcohol can you drink on keto? Our keto...

Whether you like to eat raw salmon in a freshly wrapped sushi roll or you’d rather let it simmer away in a spicy Thai coconut sauce until it’s fork-tender, there’s no doubt this fish is a terrific source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids. However, as one of the most...

Avocados are a mainstay of the Bulletproof Diet because they provide you with plenty of monounsaturated fat, fiber, vitamins B6, E, and C and potassium. And that’s just from the creamy fruit itself… But what about avocado seeds? Have we all been tossing a nutrient powerhouse into the compost this...

With an abundance of fiber, monounsaturated fats, and vitamins, avocados are the crown jewel of ketogenic diets. When they go on sale, there’s no shame in piling as many as you can into your grocery cart. However, avocados can be troublemakers. Since their window of ripeness is so small, slicing...

Green tea is well-known for being more than a comforting, caffeinated beverage. But what are the benefits of green tea that make it so remarkable? Should you start brewing matcha green tea in the mornings in place of coffee? And does green tea extract deliver the same benefits as hot...

Who doesn’t want a youthful, radiant complexion? After all, it can be incredibly frustrating to deal with dry skin or skin aging issues. While it’s tempting to seek a golden hue by way of the sun’s rays, it’s not the best approach to beauty because of potential UV damage. The...

Is mineral water good for you? Good news: It might be one of the most underrated supplements out there. There are two different forms of minerals: macrominerals (which we need more of) and trace minerals (which we only need in small amounts). Your body requires minerals to keep bone, muscle,...

Honey. High fructose corn syrup. Sucrose. Sugar comes in many different forms, from naturally occurring sugars in fruit to refined table sugar. But regardless of its source, sugar can cause trouble when it’s consumed in large amounts—and it starts in your brain. The effects of sugar on the brain can...

When it comes to home detox and laxative remedies, you may have heard celery juice as a top choice. After all, this seemingly simple veggie contains vitamins and antioxidants, along with fiber. Seems like a potential solution to some unwanted bloat and digestive issues, right? Drinking celery juice can be...

When you start your day with a successful morning, you build momentum for the rest of the day. Although the perfect morning routine looks a little different for everyone, the best morning routine ideas can help you stay positive, productive and grounded. Keep reading to learn how good habits can...

All the praise protein receives is for good reason. Protein is one of the OG macronutrients. (Carbohydrates and fats are the other two.) It grows and repairs muscle (#gains), keeps your metabolism humming and curbs your appetite. But amongst all this talk, this thought has likely crossed your mind: “How...

Channeling your inner barista and making a fresh pot of coffee at home can be a great money-saving technique, but it also raises the question of, “Which coffee beans are the best?” If you want to make good coffee at home, you have options. It all boils down to the...

What are inflammatory foods? We all know that some foods aren’t great for you. Unfortunately, the list of inflammatory foods to avoid includes delicious favorites like fried chicken and pizza. One of the reasons to avoid eating these foods all the time is that they promote inflammation, which can be...

Being flexible comes in handy in all sorts of situations. Bad weather keeping you from your morning run outside? No problem, head to the gym instead. Favorite coffee shop closed? Make your own Bulletproof Coffee at home. Took a wrong turn while driving? Simply find another route. Your body’s metabolism...