Diet Tips

For anyone exploring a new diet, one of the biggest concerns is sustainability. After all, sticking to a diet and achieving positive results requires plenty of discipline over a period of time. This especially applies to the keto diet, which has its own set of science-backed requirements. However, if you’re...

If butter makes everything better, then butter coffee sounds like a double win. Bulletproof Coffee is a blend of three hard-working ingredients: grass-fed butter, Brain Octane C8 MCT Oil and clean coffee. But if you’re new to the world of keto coffee, butter and MCT oil in your coffee may...

Among the endless list of popular diets, the unsung hero is undoubtedly the low-carb diet. Unlike stricter regimens, opting for low-carb offers flexibility when it comes to your food choices. Dieting is not a one-size-fits-all approach, and the low-carb diet plan allows for more customization. Not ready for keto? Not...

You may have heard that the ketogenic diet is easy. Just eat steak, avocado and dark chocolate, and easy-peasy—you’re burning fat. Some people start the keto diet for its weight loss benefits, but eating a low-carb, high-fat diet doesn’t work for everyone. Your body might give you some negative feedback, and...

You’re starting the ketogenic diet, and you’re psyched to reap all those keto health benefits you’ve heard about: increased fat burning, lasting energy and supreme focus. But instead, you start to feel irritable at the breakfast table, your energy levels are dipping and you’re having trouble sleeping at night. Bad news: You’ve...

If you’re new to the ketogenic diet, you might ask, “What are net carbs? Why should I care?” On a lower-carb diet, net carbs vs. total carbs are a big deal. Every gram of carbohydrate you eat counts. It’s essential to know how to calculate net carbs so you don’t...

Bacon, ice cream, a burger and fries — what exactly makes these foods taste so good? You know about sweet, salty, sour, bitter and umami, but can we actually taste fat? Read on for the science behind why we crave fatty foods. Is fat a flavor we can taste? We...

What do you do when you want to feel balanced and present? Add yoga to your self-care routine with these soothing poses, courtesy of London-based yoga teacher Marina Emms. According to Emms, “Yoga helps to maintain a constant focus, calm and relax your mind, release stress and sculpt the body.”...

You know hydration is important. When it’s hot and you’re active, it can be hard to fill your water bottle fast enough to keep up with your hydration needs. Besides, drinking that much plain water gets boring — but sports drinks can be full of added sugar. What are other...

You might have heard that nitrates in meat aren’t great. You don’t tend to think about this until grilling season starts and you head to the grocery store. That’s when the question tends to pop up in the back of your mind: What meats have nitrates? Why are they such...

When we set out to explore the intersection of keto, hiking, and other outdoor activities, our focus was clear: the ketogenic diet is ideal for endurance hikes and long-distance backpacking. By burning fat for fuel, keto provides steady, lasting energy, allowing more time on the trail and less time feeling...

One of the most efficient ways to keep your kitchen full of keto-friendly veggies, fruits and herbs is to grow them yourself. If you lack the space or experience to farm a garden plot, you can still garden with less risk and more chance for success — just grow keto...

Whether you’re simply making your daily commute to work or headed out on a long road trip, it’s important to prepare for keto on the go. Additionally, a tasty source of quality fats that is readily available is a critical factor in sustaining the ketogenic diet. Moreover, stocking up on versatile...

Ghee is basically butter, but — stay with us here — it may be a little bit better. It has a high smoke point. It tastes richer and more complex. You can also use it in everything from baked goods and high-heat cooking to Bulletproof coffee and everything in between....

One of the most common questions about the Bulletproof Diet is whether alcohol is OK. I also hear, “What’s the healthiest alcohol?” and “How do I cure my hangover?” What we’re really asking is, “What should I drink when I am trying to stay healthy, but want to be social?”...

Cherries are packed with delicious nutrition. They give you a bite-sized boost of essential vitamins and nutrients, including potassium, copper, vitamin C and polyphenols. Cherries also support workout recovery, help fight free radicals and even help you sleep better, among other benefits. Plus, they’re just as great frozen as they...