8 Signs That You Might Have Keto Flu and What to Do About It

When you start a Ketogenic diet, you are generally putting your body into a state of ketosis. I know it sounds serious, but really it’s not. It’s what happens when your body starts burning carbs instead of fat. Your body is just undergoing metabolic changes. Sometimes this is referred to as “keto flu”. Here are 8 signs of keto flu and what you can do about it. What Is Keto Flu The “keto flu” is a label given to a set of carbohydrate withdrawal symptoms that may occur in people who start a low carb diet that results from altered hormonal states and the electrolyte imbalances that may occur with it. In other words, it describes a cycle in the body adapting to a newly…

5 Ways a Low Carb Lifestyle Can Help You Lose Weight

5 Ways a Low Carb Lifestyle Can Help You Lose Weight

While I’m getting back on track with a regular workout routine, my diet could use some work. Now, you should know, I’m not a fan of restrictive diets. Instead, I look for other ways to eat healthier so I’m not on an “official diet“. But rather, making healthier choices. Recently, I’ve looked into clean eating and into low carb or Keto. I’ve found 5 ways a low carb lifestyle can help you lost weight. And that was of great interest to me. I’m not a huge weight loss journey. But ultimately, I want to live a healthier lifestyle and that includes what I eat. Low carb diets are common in the weight loss spectrum. Many studies have shown them to result in more weight lost…

10 Ways to Make Healthier Diet Choices Without Sacrificing

10 Ways to Make Healthier Diet Choices Without Sacrificing

If the very thought of starting a diet puts you off, you’re not alone. I’m not a huge fan of diets that restrict or have me taking drastic measures. In fact, a diet like that is more likely to sabotage my eating habits. I might do well initially, but then later on, I know I’ll binge. If this sounds like you, keep reading. We’re going to talk about 10 ways to make healthier diet choices without making it seem like a sacrifice. Almost seems like mission impossible but it’s not! Eating healthy is one of those things you know you should do, but probably don’t know exactly how to do. Between all the fads, trends and gimmicky routines, it can be hard to make sense…