It all started several years ago. I have been overweight or a little chunky basically all throughout my teens. When I was younger, it wasn’t a huge issue because I was active and played sports. Once I got into high school, I moved away from sports and got into art. I was less active but still loved to eat. When I was 18 and in my first year of college (2012), I had reached 200lbs. It was at this time that I met my current husband. We went out to eat often and otherwise stayed home, so the ...
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Keto Goulash
Thick, flavorsome and hearty—it’s impossible not to love goulash soup. Succulent pieces of chuck roast slow-cooked in a rich paprika and tomato sauce make this Hungarian classic the ultimate winter comfort food. We take our goulash to the next level by serving it with butter-fried cabbage, adding an extra level of decadence while still keeping the recipe low-carb. Despite the intensity of flavors involved, this recipe is surprisingly easy to make thanks to the use of the slow cooker. ...
- June 8, 2023
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25 Keto Recipes for Mardi Gras
Mardi Gras as we know it here in the United States is celebrated in Louisiana, and we most often think of Fat Tuesday in New Orleans. Everything is decorated with green, gold, and purple. You can, of course, celebrate Mardi Gras and keep it keto. We've rounded up keto recipes for traditional favorites like King Cake, gumbo, and jambalaya. We also included recipes that feature green, gold, and purple, cajun flavors, or seafood. So make sure you indulge just a bit! 1. Fiesta Slaw This ...
- February 25, 2019
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What is Saturated Fat? The Truth about These “Bad” Fats
Saturated fat has been known for decades as being a “bad” or “unhealthy” type of fat. However, the truth is saturated with complexity. For example, specific types of saturated fats and different foods rich in these fats can vary in how they affect our health. These fats can also impact each of us differently depending on our genetic vulnerabilities. For most people, however, this “bad” fat actually has a neutral or positive effect on health, particularly when consumed as a part of a carb ...
- June 6, 2019
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Best Low Carb Rice Substitutes for Keto
Some of the most delicious dishes feature rice as a key ingredient. Risotto, fried rice, paella, and sushi, for example, all rely on this starch-filled grain, but are there any rice varieties that won’t pack on the carbs? Unfortunately, the answer is no. If you’re on a non-keto low-carb or standard ketogenic diet, you should avoid rice for optimal results. That being said, you can still get your rice fix by using low-carb substitutes and keto recipes. Let’s begin our journey through the ...
- January 15, 2021
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Top 25 Keto Approved Foods to Accelerate Fat Loss
Losing weight can be a complicated process filled with questions. Will this food help me burn fat? Is that going to stall my progress? Fortunately, most of your weight loss questions will be answered when you eat the right foods. What exactly do I mean by the "right" foods? You may think they are the foods that make you burn a significant amount of belly fat. However, these foods don't exist. The only way to legitimately accelerate fat loss with food is to consume foods that help you ...
- July 30, 2018
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25 Keto Recipes for Saint Patrick’s Day
It seems like everyone celebrates Saint Patrick's Day, whether they are Irish or not. With all the drinking, dinners, and green tinted sweets floating around it can seem nearly impossible to stick to your plan. Don't worry, you won't need any luck to keep the holiday keto friendly. We've rounded up 25 great low-carb recipe ideas for Saint Patrick's Day. Some of them are more traditional like a roast, Irish soda bread, or colcannon. Others were picked we thought their vibrant green hues ...
- March 16, 2017
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Begedil Keto Potato Patties
With another journey through food to Asia, we meet up with the Begedil. Also known as the Perkedel in Indonesia, these are traditionally made with mashed potatoes and deep-fried. Very commonly, you can find these in the night market (pasar malam) or small stalls along the street (garai). You can eat them on their own with a dipping sauce like mayonnaise and chili paste, or you can serve them in a clear soup/stew (usually Soto, or a noodle soup) like they are traditionally served. You ...
- January 16, 2015
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Pesto Keto Crackers
These Pesto Keto Crackers combine a buttery crisp texture with the Italian taste that everyone loves. The flavor is a delightful combination of garlic, basil, and black pepper with just a hint of cayenne to waken up the taste buds. Enjoy these crackers by themselves, float them in soup, spread them with olive tapenade, or substitute them as croutons in a salad. You can even crush them up and use them in place of cracker crumbs for a yummy Italian style breading for meat or fish. Of course, they ...
- December 8, 2016
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