June 05, 2019 at 11:46AM by CWC Ever since the ketogenic diet exploded into the mainstream last year, it’s spawned dozens of variations like keto cycling, targeted keto, dirty keto, and more. But as people are becoming more and more aware of the environmental impact of their favorite foods, another iteration of the eating plan aims to address some shortcomings of the red meat-heavy original: eco-keto. What’s that? Well, it’s like standard keto in terms of macronutrient breakdown of fat, protein, and carbs, but with a sustainable bent. “The exact definition of eco-keto is ever evolving and can be personalized. In essence, it’s an eco-friendly version of the ketogenic diet—a high fat, moderate protein, very low carb lifestyle, but one that emphasizes plants, limits or eliminates meat [and] animal products, and promotes sustainable choices and shopping locally,” explains Pam Nisevich Bede, MS, RD, CSSD, LD, a registered dietitian and keto expert with Abbott’s ZonePerfect. Unlike the more mainstream interpretation of the ketogenic diet (butter and bacon, anyone?), eco-keto involves zero (or very few) animal-based foods (hence the “eco” part of the name), while still putting a person into ketosis. The concept is very similar to the “Ketotarian” diet, which was started by Will Cole, DC. “The basic premise includes limiting animal products while still aiming to stay in ketosis. Dr. Cole started this trend, and eco-keto is merely an offshoot,” says Sam Presicci, MCN, RD, LD, CPT, and lead dietitian at Snap Kitchen. However, while Ketotarian followers can eat eggs, ghee,
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Eco-keto makes a low-carb diet more environmentally friendly—but it’s not for everyone
June 05, 2019 at 11:46AM by CWC Ever since the ketogenic diet exploded into the mainstream last year, it’s spawned dozens of variations like keto cycling, targeted keto, dirty keto, and more. But as people are becoming more and more aware of the environmental impact of their favorite foods, another iteration of the eating plan aims to address some shortcomings of the red meat-heavy original: eco-keto. What’s that? Well, it’s like standard keto in terms of macronutrient breakdown of fat, protein, and carbs, but with a sustainable bent. “The exact definition of eco-keto is ever evolving and can be personalized. In essence, it’s an eco-friendly version of the ketogenic diet—a high fat, moderate protein, very low carb lifestyle, but one that emphasizes plants, limits or eliminates meat [and] animal products, and promotes sustainable choices and shopping locally,” explains Pam Nisevich Bede, MS, RD, CSSD, LD, a registered dietitian and keto expert with Abbott’s ZonePerfect. Unlike the more mainstream interpretation of the ketogenic diet (butter and bacon, anyone?), eco-keto involves zero (or very few) animal-based foods (hence the “eco” part of the name), while still putting a person into ketosis. The concept is very similar to the “Ketotarian” diet, which was started by Will Cole, DC. “The basic premise includes limiting animal products while still aiming to stay in ketosis. Dr. Cole started this trend, and eco-keto is merely an offshoot,” says Sam Presicci, MCN, RD, LD, CPT, and lead dietitian at Snap Kitchen. However, while Ketotarian followers can eat eggs, ghee,
Found: The Healthiest, Tastiest Keto Bread Recipes On The Internet
June 02, 2019 at 12:25AM The perfect low-carb vehicle for avocado! Continue Reading… Author Stephanie Eckelkamp | Life by Daily Burn Selected by CWC
Found: The Healthiest, Tastiest Keto Bread Recipes On The Internet
June 02, 2019 at 12:25AM The perfect low-carb vehicle for avocado! Continue Reading… Author Stephanie Eckelkamp | Life by Daily Burn Selected by CWC
The one diet change Jessica Biel says totally improved her digestion
May 31, 2019 at 05:35AM by CWC While some celebs curate their Instagram feed to only show photos of Sweetgreen salads and smoothies, just a peek at Jessica Biel’s shows she’s all about the balanced life. Instagramming lunch from Green Leaf Chop Shop one day and a chocolate cake the next is more her vibe. But she’s also totally in tune with her body and knows when something’s, well, a little off. In an interview with the Los Angeles Times, Biel reveals which foods make her feel less than sexy—and no, she’s not talking about sugar. “Honestly, I just feel better when I don’t have gluten or dairy,” she tells the newspaper. “My digestion is better, I feel better, and I have more energy.” (Maybe Mrs. Timberlake is hip to inflammation? Because avoiding those two food groups are basically step one to fighting it.) But that doesn’t mean she’s about to give up carbs. Biel says Paleo pancake mix is a staple at her house and almond butter is her hotcake topping of choice, which makes sense considering she also revealed she’s often looking for more ways to pump up her protein intake. And she says her go-to snack is gluten-free pretzels with an almond “cheese” dip…yum. Of course, she’s not perfectly gluten-free all the time. She says she still makes room for cookies and pizza within her healthy diet. Per InStyle, she’s also really into pasta. (Which, same.) Fighting inflammation, prioritizing protein…while not obsessing over any of it? The girl has wellness down. Originally posted January
How to eat healthy at Dunkin’ Donuts, according to a nutritionist
May 31, 2019 at 03:00AM by CWC If America runs on Dunkin’, we’re in danger of setting ourselves up for a collective afternoon sugar crash. I love flavored lattes, glazed donuts, and oversized muffins as much as the next person, but that energy drop a few hours after is steep, my friends. Thankfully, there are options for healthy eating at DD if you know where to look. The chain has a dedicated DDSmart menu, which highlights foods with at least 25 percent less saturated fat, sodium, or sugar than everything else on their menu. (Like, um, the donuts.) Dunkin’ even recently came out with two new high-protein power bowls, a sausage scramble and and egg white bowl, which they’re serving at select locations for a limited time. As for the regular menu, it’s actually *even* possible to stick to healthy vegetarian, keto, and Paleo eating plans while you’re there. Surprised? Here, registered dietitian Kim Melton, RD gives her top picks for the aforementioned diet types—fancy latte options included. Vegetarian diet Menu picks: Oatmeal; veggie egg white sandwich What an RD says: The DDSmart menu is where you’ll find both the oatmeal and the veggie egg-white sandwich—Melton’s healthy picks for vegetarians. “The oatmeal is the healthiest option and has great fiber and protein,” she says, adding that the dried fruit on top is a great topping. “For vegetarians who eat eggs and cheese, the veggie egg white sandwich also gives good protein [14 grams],” Melton says. “It looks like you can get it
How to eat healthy at Dunkin’ Donuts, according to a nutritionist
May 31, 2019 at 03:00AM by CWC If America runs on Dunkin’, we’re in danger of setting ourselves up for a collective afternoon sugar crash. I love flavored lattes, glazed donuts, and oversized muffins as much as the next person, but that energy drop a few hours after is steep, my friends. Thankfully, there are options for healthy eating at DD if you know where to look. The chain has a dedicated DDSmart menu, which highlights foods with at least 25 percent less saturated fat, sodium, or sugar than everything else on their menu. (Like, um, the donuts.) Dunkin’ even recently came out with two new high-protein power bowls, a sausage scramble and and egg white bowl, which they’re serving at select locations for a limited time. As for the regular menu, it’s actually *even* possible to stick to healthy vegetarian, keto, and Paleo eating plans while you’re there. Surprised? Here, registered dietitian Kim Melton, RD gives her top picks for the aforementioned diet types—fancy latte options included. Vegetarian diet Menu picks: Oatmeal; veggie egg white sandwich What an RD says: The DDSmart menu is where you’ll find both the oatmeal and the veggie egg-white sandwich—Melton’s healthy picks for vegetarians. “The oatmeal is the healthiest option and has great fiber and protein,” she says, adding that the dried fruit on top is a great topping. “For vegetarians who eat eggs and cheese, the veggie egg white sandwich also gives good protein [14 grams],” Melton says. “It looks like you can get it
7 healthy keto-approved recipes you can make with your air fryer
May 29, 2019 at 10:24AM by CWC It doesn’t matter if you fancy yourself a healthy eater or not—sometimes you just need to chow down on something fried! Fried chicken, fried onion rings, and French fries all taste good for the same reason. Fortunately, you can still live your healthiest life ever—even your healthiest keto life ever—without sacrificing golden crispiness. All you need is a few smart substitutions and an air fryer. The popular kitchen tool has the ability to make food crispy without all the oils typically required with deep frying. And we’ve got more than a handful of (finger lickin’) good ideas to get you started. 7 deliciously healthy keto air fryer recipes Photo: Wholesome Yum 1. Fried chicken This easy recipe is the epitome of why the air fryer is so darn amazing. Not only is this chicken perfectly crispy, it’s completely grain-free. The key to getting the breading just right is coconut flour, eggs, and—wait for it—pork rinds. Trust the process. This wildcard ingredient makes all the difference. Photo: Gimme Delicious 2. Zucchini fries Maybe you’re not hungry enough for a whole meal; you just want a little something to snack on. Well, there’s an air fryer recipe for that! This recipe calls for zucchini (not just zoodles!), egg (the keto mascot), almond flour, Parmesan cheese, and seasonings. Ten minutes in the air fryer and your delicious snack is ready. Photo: Stay Snatched 3. Buffalo chicken hot wings Yep, your air fryer even has game day covered. These
If the Mediterranean diet and keto had a baby, this would be it
May 29, 2019 at 03:00AM by CWC If you’ve ever tried a new eating plan and found yourself hungry most of the time, a lack of healthy fat is likely to blame. One reason so many people find both the Mediterranean diet and the ketogenic diet so easy to stick with is because it includes lots of it—think fish, avocado, nuts, and eggs—to help you stay full between meals. These healthy fat bombs are also the hero foods of an eating plan health experts dubbed the “satiating diet.” According to Scientific American, it champions foods high in protein and fiber as well as includes dairy and recommends regular consumption of capsaicin, a compound in chili peppers and jalapenos, and is linked to boosting metabolism. Besides increasing metabolism, all the foods prioritized in the satiating diet have been scientifically linked to promoting weight loss, improving blood pressure, and (blessedly) reducing hunger between meals. You know that feeling of eating a bunch of takeout until you’re uncomfortably full, but then you find yourself opening the fridge two hours later? That’s not going to happen with this diet. Oh, and about the dairy: Researchers include it because dairy is full of probiotics, which are good for your gut. Also, if you’re reaching for rich cheeses (not the processed stuff), you’ll find that you only need to eat a little to feel satiated. As with virtually all healthy eating plans recommended by doctors, the satiating diet doesn’t include processed foods or foods high in
If the Mediterranean diet and keto had a baby, this would be it
May 29, 2019 at 03:00AM by CWC If you’ve ever tried a new eating plan and found yourself hungry most of the time, a lack of healthy fat is likely to blame. One reason so many people find both the Mediterranean diet and the ketogenic diet so easy to stick with is because it includes lots of it—think fish, avocado, nuts, and eggs—to help you stay full between meals. These healthy fat bombs are also the hero foods of an eating plan health experts dubbed the “satiating diet.” According to Scientific American, it champions foods high in protein and fiber as well as includes dairy and recommends regular consumption of capsaicin, a compound in chili peppers and jalapenos, and is linked to boosting metabolism. Besides increasing metabolism, all the foods prioritized in the satiating diet have been scientifically linked to promoting weight loss, improving blood pressure, and (blessedly) reducing hunger between meals. You know that feeling of eating a bunch of takeout until you’re uncomfortably full, but then you find yourself opening the fridge two hours later? That’s not going to happen with this diet. Oh, and about the dairy: Researchers include it because dairy is full of probiotics, which are good for your gut. Also, if you’re reaching for rich cheeses (not the processed stuff), you’ll find that you only need to eat a little to feel satiated. As with virtually all healthy eating plans recommended by doctors, the satiating diet doesn’t include processed foods or foods high in