If you are a coffee aficionado, or even just a self-proclaimed lover of Starbucks, then chances are you have heard about nitro cold brew. It burst onto the coffee scene over the last few years and shows no sign of slowing down on the popularity front. And while it is not exactly simple to make nitro cold brew, that has not seemed to stop coffee shops near and far from offering this caffeinated beverage.
So, what exactly is nitro cold brew? What does it taste like? How is it made? What brand is our favorite? If you are looking for the answers to any of these questions, well please, look no further than our guide on nitro cold ...
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Keto Cereal: What is it and Which Ones are Best?
The keto diet has been, and continues to be, wildly successful for many people across the globe. While the health benefits are widely reported and varied, one major complaint with this style of eating is that many people’s favorite foods are not included. Traditional pizza, ice cream, and donuts won’t be found on a keto-friendly food list...until recently. With the popularity of the keto diet, companies have found a way to respond to consumer’s demands and have developed keto-friendly products. This trend most definitely includes keto cereal, which is what we are going to talk more about today.
The ketogenic, or keto for short, diet ...
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The Best Keto Wine & Low Carb Wine Selections
Can the keto diet and wine coexist together? Chances are, your gut instinct tells you that no - these two things can’t exist together. But, in actuality, they can! Of course, wiith the popularity of the keto diet booming more than ever before, companies have listened to their consumers and risen to the occasion. That means that there are keto-friendly products on the shelves of your local grocery store. Keto cereal? Yep, you can find that. Keto pasta? Yes, that too. And yes, you can actually drink wine and keep it keto. And that’s what this article is all about. Let’s dive into the fun topic of keto wine.
The ketogenic, or keto for ...
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The Guide to Healthy Meal Plans
Our physical and mental health is more important than ever. With sickness running rampant the last couple of years, now is a good time as ever to ensure that we are doing everything we can to nourish both our minds and our bodies. Eating a healthy diet is a fundamental part of physical and mental wellbeing.
At its core, a healthy diet or meal plan is one which contains the basic building blocks of life your body needs. This means that it has the macronutrients - or protein, fat, and carbs - it needs to sustain your life. A healthy diet also has the micronutrients - or vitamins and minerals - to promote optimal health. Ideally, you hit a ...
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What Are Brassicas?
Dive into the wonderful world of Brassicas. Get familiar with what these vegetables are and typical examples, many of which you may already be familiar with.
We’ll share the facts on Brassica health benefits, as well as the potential disadvantages of eating them. You’ll also come to learn whether they’re appropriate for keto and paleo diets.
Lastly, we share our tried-and-true recipes to prepare Brassicas. All of our methods prioritize preserving the nutrients, so you get the most out of your meals.
What Are Brassicas?
Brassica is a term that refers to any plant within the Brassica genus. In turn, this genus belongs to ...
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The Top 4 Keto Drink Mixes
If you're looking to stay keto - it's massively important make
The #1 place that most people fall out of ketosis is through their drink choices. While you can pretty safely drink coffee or tea (without sweeteners) on the keto diet, other drink mixes aren't nearly as clear.
Many drink mixes claim to be keto, but contain ingredients that will secretly knock you out of ketosis.
The Best Hydration Keto Drink Mix - LMNT
We've talked about LMNT before, but they are hands-down - our go-to beverage drink mix when we're trying to stay hydrated and keto at the same time.
A simple and straightforward electrolyte mix with no junk in it - ...
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All About The Japanese Sweet Potato
This article is all about the Japanese sweet potato. Learn the facts behind its origins, nutritional value, and what other varieties of this vegetable exist.
We’ll clear up typical misconceptions about this tasty food. Learn what differentiates it from so-called traditional sweet potatoes; and how it can fit into your diet.
Lastly, we include two appetizing methods of cooking it. Read onwards to get the facts on this delectable source of nourishment.
What Is the Japanese Sweet Potato?
Dioscorea japonica goes under several common names. These include the Japanese yam, the glutinous yam, and the Japanese sweet ...
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What is the Keto Rash?
The keto (or ketogenic) diet is a high-fat and low-carb dietary plan. It's followed religiously to reap the rewards by those on the diet. Unfortunately, this means some unwanted side effects can occur. This is the same with any major dietary change.
The keto rash is a typical itchy, red rash that appears on your upper body. This form of dermatitis is a rare side effect that’s most common in young Japanese and other Asian women. But that doesn’t mean everyone else is safe from it—anyone can have this inflammatory condition.
We’ll take you through the symptoms, causes and treatment for the keto rash. We’ll also share with you how to ...
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Go Bananas Over Banana Flour
One of the most basic kitchen staples, flour, has come into question these days for a variety of reasons. Surprisingly, perhaps banana flour is the answer.
More and more people are avoiding flour, ruling out some of their favorite foods in the process. People are skipping out on pastas, pizzas, and sweet treats all in avoidance of the white stuff, believed to be a cause of many health problems such as obesity, stress, and headaches. Some people must avoid flour altogether due to digestive health variances and allergies.
Banana Flour… What’s That?
There is a lot to sacrifice to avoid flour; banana flour reminds us we ...
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The Ultimate Grapefruit Guide
Another day, another diet. There are probably as many diets in the world as there are days in a year. And fad diets always seem to captivate people who are searching for nutrition guidance. That's why we want to provide you with the info you need to learn about what diets are safe and sustainable and which ones may not be. This week we're focusing on the grapefruit diet.
The grapefruit diet’s intent is fast weight loss. It’s a short term dietary regime where you eat grapefruit with every meal. Your other meals include eggs and protein-rich meats. Fat is also a factor in the diet, along with some vegetables.
The principles behind this ...
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