This post is sponsored by Evivo but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. The majority of American babies appear healthy at birth. They are growing, gaining weight and hitting their developmental milestones, which lead us to believe they’ll grow into healthy kids. So why do so many babies who appear healthy on the outside end up with metabolic and autoimmune issues later in life? There are at least two children with food allergies in almost every…
The Keto Reboot is here and it’s amazing! Have you ever done a cleanse? The Keto Reboot is similar, in that it is a liquid fast for 60 hours (two full days and the night before and the night after). Everything is completely laid out for you, step by step. And we do the Reboot as a community, so you have plenty of accountability and support! Many choose to Reboot once a month for optimal results, but you can choose…
There’s a lot of talk about Intermittent Fasting lately. Everyone wants to know if intermittent fasting will benefit them and then how to actually get started. Intermittent fasting isn’t a new phenomenon. When we eat this way, we are really mimicking the life of our ancestors. Food was not available to them 24 hours a day. Fasting is not a form of starving ourselves, either. Essentially, it is just an extension of what we already do. Most of…
When you first start out on a Ketogenic diet, you might be intimidated going out to eat at a restaurant. However, eating while out and about can be pretty easy with some modifications. You should be able to find some Keto friendly meals at most places if you know what you are looking for. If you are the type who doesn’t like to speak up, eating out on a Ketogenic diet might be a little tricky. Don’t be afraid to…
If you are following a Ketogenic diet, you have probably heard of Fat Bombs. Fat Bombs are a staple in our house. With a large family, we go through them like crazy. I try and make at least 2 different kinds each week and store them in the freezer for a quick snack. We all have our favorites, and I am sure you will too after reading through this list! What Are Fat Bombs? Fat Bombs are edible little…
If you have been trying to follow a Ketogenic diet, you may be a little overwhelmed. Information overload, right? A Ketogenic lifestyle has so many benefits…endless benefits, really. I have lost 70 pounds, have never felt better, and highly recommend this lifestyle to anyone who wants to get healthier, lose weight, have more energy, better digestion….pretty much anything! However, I know some people get stuck in the research phase and don’t know where to start. They think their diet…
WHAT IS KETOSIS? The “keto” in a ketogenic diet comes from the fact that it makes the body produce small fuel molecules called “ketones” This is an alternative fuel for the body, used when blood sugar (glucose) is in short supply. Ketones are produced if you eat very few carbs (that are quickly broken down into blood sugar) and only moderate amounts of protein (excess protein can also be converted to blood sugar). Ketones are produced in the liver, from…
It’s that time of year when everyone starts thinking about summer…and shorts…and bathing suits. People start going on crash diets and gyms start filling to capacity. But what about the rest of the year? The benefits of being healthy don’t stop at your ability to fit in your bathing suit or at the number on the scale. Regular exercise and a healthy amount of weight loss can positively impact your overall health and well being. If you are…
KETO…it’s a thing, isn’t it? Everyone is talking about Keto, and you may be wondering why? What is the deal with the Ketogenic diet and how does it work? First, you should know that I don’t consider the Ketogenic diet an actual diet… I don’t diet. Diets are temporary and often don’t teach what really needs to be taught. This is a lifestyle. It is the way our ancestors ate and a way we should go back to. A…
Summer is coming to an end and kids are back to school. That happened fast, didn’t it? Thankfully, we are still experiencing nice weather and can spend most of our afternoons outside in the sunshine. I am still thinking of ways to make summer last a bit longer and enjoy the lazy, hot afternoons. One way we do that is with some special snacks after we finish our homeschooling for the day. Outshine Fruit Bars are a favorite snack around here,…