There’s been a slew of negative press in the last few months calling fad diets out for being negative among other things. The other issue I have is lumping the Keto lifestyle in with other diets without doing the proper due diligence. I was sent an article recently that quoted a prominent American cardiologist asContinue reading “Negative Press”
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How Do You Feel?
I’ve gone through some pretty drastic changes over the last couple of years. I have made a number of changes to my lifestyle to optimize my health and with that has come quite a bit of weight loss. For those who know me personally, you know that I’m a big fan of self-experimentation and tweakingContinue reading “How Do You Feel?”
Progress
Progress is one of those seemingly easy things to define ahead of starting a journey like the keto lifestyle. Ahead of starting, I had an easy time telling myself that progress was weight loss. With progress comes the feelings of accomplishment and pride which are both tied directly into your progress marker. What happens ifContinue reading “Progress”
The Post-Carb Struggle
I seem to find so many positives about adapting to the keto lifestyle online without finding too much about the pitfalls of the “heavenly” cheat meals, cheat days and weekends. I spent last weekend camping in beautiful Sutton, Quebec. The plan was to stay keto for the majority of the trip except for some chipsContinue reading “The Post-Carb Struggle”
Resources
Below are a few of the products that have become staples in my journey through the Ketogenic Lifestyle. Potassium Magnesium Melatonin Apple Cider Vinegar Pink Himalayan Sea Salt Probiotic Ghee MCT Oil The Obesity Code by Dr Jason Fung Scale
Getting Started
It’s hard to prescribe a starting point. I’m the type to jump both feet in and that is what I suggest to anyone who may ask. Here are a few tips on how to get started.
Taco Tuesday
What you’ll need Frying pan Spatula Garlic press A big bowl Ingredients 2 tbsp Butter 1 Onion 3 Cloves Garlic 1 lb Medium Ground Beef Old El Paso Taco Seasoning 2 tbsp Olive Oil 1 cup grated Cheddar Cheese 2 tbsp Sour Cream 2 tbsp Pickled Jalapenos 2 cups Lettuce 2-3 tbsp Homemade Salsa orContinue reading “Taco Tuesday”
Helpful Information
Rule #1 – Forget everything you know about nutrition! Rule #2 – Keto is a lifestyle and not a diet! I’m really excited that you asked for more information on the Ketogenic Lifestyle! It might seem like a daunting task to sift through all of the research right now but just know that it’s muchContinue reading “Helpful Information”
A Little More About Me
I thought it might be a good idea to share my journey with you just in case you were wondering. I’ve had a pretty eclectic journey thus far and I’m very grateful for your interest so buckle up!Â
Spiteful Shrimp
What you’ll need Frying pan Spatula Garlic press Zester A big appetite! Ingredients 1lb of Shrimp (21/25 size), peeled 3 tbsp of butter 4 cloves of garlic, crushed Juice of half a lemon 1/2 cup of white wine or homemade broth (recipe coming soon!) Chili paste Salt and Pepper to taste Get to cooking! HeatContinue reading “Spiteful Shrimp”
