How Many Carbs on Your Keto Diet?

Photo by Anna Tarazevich on Pexels.com The number of carbohydrates allowed on your keto diet varies from person to person. On average, a person on a keto diet eats 20-50 grams of net carbs per day they feel great, and the fat melts right off.  Net carbs refers to the total carbs of a foodContinueContinue reading “How Many Carbs on Your Keto Diet?”

Spicy Keto Banana Bread

Before starting my keto diet, I loved to make banana bread. I loved banana bread more than bananas. This week I made banana bread for the first time since I started keto several years ago.  This low carb version turned out very well as you can see in the photo above,  And if you’ve seenContinueContinue reading “Spicy Keto Banana Bread”

Erythritol Sweetener: A Safe Keto Option for You?

A recent study published in Nature Medicine Journal suggests that the popular sugar substitute erythritol increases the formation of blood clots in humans. While clotting is important, some blood clots can lead to heart attacks and strokes. If you have certain health conditions, this study might make you reconsider how you satisfy your sweet tooth.ContinueContinue reading “Erythritol Sweetener: A Safe Keto Option for You?”

Keto on a Budget: How to Do the Ketogenic Diet without Emptying Your Wallet

Alright, folks, let’s talk keto on a budget. Maybe you’ve heard that the ketogenic diet can be a little pricey, but fear not—I’m about to debunk that myth faster than you can say “ketogenic.” In this guide, you’ll learn how to rock the keto lifestyle without breaking the bank. Say goodbye to those skyrocketing groceryContinueContinue reading “Keto on a Budget: How to Do the Ketogenic Diet without Emptying Your Wallet”

Keto Hot Chocolate Brownies

Hot Chocolate Brownies In the days when I ate wheat flour and sugar I baked and ate The Best Brownies Ever. I coated them in chocolate cream frosting. Delicious! I have missed those brownies, until now. I recently made brownies that are so good that I don’t wish for the old days. I call themContinueContinue reading “Keto Hot Chocolate Brownies”

11 potential health benefits of chocolate

Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com Cacao is the source of chocolate and there is evidence to suggest that cacao is the most super Super Fruit. Decreased blood pressureIncreased HDL and decreased LDLDecreased risk of heart diseaseDecreased cortisol and adrenalineDecreased risk of certain cancersDecreased insulinDecreased risk of strokesBetter mood and increased serotoninIncreased physical performanceIncreased skin smoothness,ContinueContinue reading “11 potential health benefits of chocolate”