Eating has always been a social activity. It’s ingrained in
us and in our culture to share food with the ones we love.
It’s such a good feeling to sit around a table and break bread (figuratively, of course, if you follow paleo or keto…ha) with friends, family, co-workers, or partners.
Speaking of diets, that’s where eating can become a
bit more complicated. Most often, we have people who want to stick to a
specific way of eating but they’re just not sure what they should eat. What are
the foods to pile on your plate and which ones should be avoided?
That’s why we’ve created so many (SO MANY) resources to help
with this. ...
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Dark Chocolate Almond Blondies
Decadent, dark, and delicious - all of these adjectives perfectly describe these dark chocolate almond blondies.
If you thought your days of blondies were done, surprise! We've got a 100% paleo recipe for you that will satisfy your craving for this dessert.
And you already know, with the combination of almond butter, coconut oil, coconut sugar, and dark chocolate, it's going to be insanely good.
Like I think my mouth just watered typing that out.
Want to take this recipe up another notch? Make your own almond butter! It's way cheaper - and as long as you have a high-quality food processor, blender, or Vitamix, you should be ...
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7 Healthy Coffee Alternatives
Have you ever drank so much coffee and it gave you the shakes?
Well, I am currently experiencing this issue since I thought it was a good idea to have an iced Americano following a workout where I used C4 pre-workout (aka red-in-the-face pre-workout).
I know, right? Great idea.
While being alert for certain activities is great, it is very possible to overdo it with caffeinated beverages. Caffeine consumption has been linked to a myriad of benefits.
For example, research has shown that caffeine increases memory, detoxifies the liver, and even relieves post-workout muscle pain. Truly, these benefits are more than appealing, but ...
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Pesto Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
If there was a mascot for Paleo comfort food, this recipe might just be it.
Let's be honest - pesto is downright delicious. It's fresh, satisfyingly fatty, and oh-so-garlicky. Traditional pesto recipes call for cheese. Fortunately, for all of us reading this blog, we don't *need* cheese to make a delicious pesto.
Since dairy is not considered paleo-friendly, we might not be able to eat pesto out at a restaurant if we follow the paleo guidelines strictly. But we can make a downright delicious version right at home - without the cheese.
Yay!
Our version is as simple as you can get - basil leaves, walnuts, garlic, and olive oil. ...
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The Ultimate Guide To Body Fat Percentage
Feeling lost in the great wide world of muscle gain and weight loss? Finding out your body fat percentage can help make things more clear.
There’s so much information out there that it’s easy to be overwhelmed from the beginning. It can make losing weight or toning up seem downright impossible.
We’re here to help with the rundown on body fat percentage. What is it? How can you calculate it? What’s a healthy percentage?
We want to make sure your journey is smooth sailing, so we’re going to go over all of those burning questions for you right here.
What Is Body Fat Percentage?
Your body fat percentage is actually pretty ...
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Paleo Blueberry Muffins
Do you ever get the desire to bake? I'm not the biggest baker in the world, but it will hit me every now and then...especially if I've just been watching The Great British Bake-Off.
Have you watched this series on Netflix yet?
If you haven't, I'm a little jealous because you get to experience the joy of having your eyes opened to the cutest, friendliest, sweet-as-pie baking show on air.
The premise is similar to any other cooking show except for the fact that the contestants and judges have to-die-for accents and everyone is SO. FRIENDLY.
Sure, the stakes are high (everyone is fighting to be crowned Britain's top amateur ...
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Cocoa vs Cacao: What’s the Difference?
Have you ever looked at a label for “cacao” and thought it was a misprint by a company actually selling cocoa? We can assure you it wasn’t a typo and your eyes weren’t deceiving you.
These two words get mixed up more often than one would think. But they’re worth differentiating, considering one of them is a byproduct of the other. As similar as they sound, there are plenty of differences to be aware of.
We’re going to clear up any confusion between the two for you right here. What are the similarities? What are the benefits? Stick around and we’ll give you the rundown.
What Is Cocoa?
Cocoa, like cacao, is the name of the ...
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Keto Loaded Cauliflower Casserole
What's this?! We've got more keto recipes coming your way. Have you hopped on the keto train yet? It's similar in some ways to Paleo (check out our Paleo 101) but is much more low carb and can include foods such as dairy.
The keto diet is booming in popularity right now. There are many reasons why this could be the case, but I think part of the reason is because people have seen huge success following it.
Weight loss, of course, is a benefit of this diet regime. But many people also report increased mental clarity and energy.
People also like that there is a little more flexibility in the diet than compared to paleo or AIP. This ...
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What I Eat In A Day – Keto Edition
The keto craze is at an all-time high right now. And it shows no signs of slowing down.
From Kim Kardashian to Jenna Jameson, even the most abstract (we’ll call it that…) of celebrities are hopping on the keto train.
It’s no wonder why keto is all the rage. While everyone has different reasons why they love keto, the most common praise is that you see results - and fast. Because of the drastic reduction of carbs, most people see a pretty quick drop off in weight.
Obviously, that’s a huge selling point.
Keto Benefits
But there are other benefits worth talking about because health and wellness goes way (weigh?) beyond the ...
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Crunchy Beef and Brussels Sprouts
Beef + Brussels sprouts + almonds + dried cranberries = delicious. It's simple math, really :)
The trick to this recipe is using shredded Brussels sprouts. You can usually find these pre-shredded in your refrigerated produce section at the grocery store. If your store doesn't carry them, you can most definitely shred them on your own. You can use a food processor or a grater and do it by hand.
Crunchy almonds, tangy cranberries, and savory beef amp the flavor of shredded Brussels sprouts. This quick meal is super filling, extra delicious, and amazingly nutritious.
It makes 2 servings, so if you're making this for yourself, the ...
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