Is there a healthier kind of sugar out there than the one we usually use – white refined sugar? Not really. That said, some types of sweetener do have advantages over others. The key is to understand what you want from the sweetener you’re choosing.
The quest for a healthier kind of sugar typically leads people nowhere. Companies have started adding “cane sugar” to their labels to try to make it sound better, but it’s the same product they’ve always used, only with a more natural sounding name. Do honey, maple syrup or even stevia provide a better option? Slightly when it comes to certain specific benefits, but not when it comes to the insulin response or calorie intake.
The ketogenic diet has become explosively popular and with it, the keto flu has become a widespread problem. This is not a type of communicable disease that you can pass to your family, friends and co-workers, but it is still very real.
Is the idea of a vegetarian keto diet pretty much an oxymoron? Could it be possible to follow a ketogenic style of dieting without diving in to meats galore? After all, that’s what this type of dieting is known for. It’s very high in fat and protein, much of which comes from foods such as meats and cheeses.
When you’re looking for low-calorie snacks, the odds are that you’ll hear lots of recommendations for raw veggies. Baby carrots and celery are great. They’re low cal, high fiber, and terrific for you. However, there are times – a lot of them – when you want something different.
When you think about weight loss friendly breakfasts, the odds are that your mental images aren’t appealing. In fact, they’re probably bland, unsatisfying and tough to enjoy. Even worse, they may taste awful!
