You’ve probably heard of collagen injections to get plumper lips, right? But what about collagen in edible form? As it turns out, collagen supplements have gained quite the popularity in recent years.
Want to know about other paleo supplements? Read more here.
But what exactly is collagen and what are its benefits? Are collagen supplements actually effective? Here, we’re going to go over everything you need to know about collagen supplements.
Collagen Benefits
Collagen is a protein your body needs to bind your tissues together. It’s also commonly referred to as your body’s “scaffolding.” It provides around 75 percent of your ...
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Baked Apples
These paleo-friendly baked apples are the perfect dessert as we move towards fall. Once apple season strikes, you'll be craving these in your dessert rotation.
The great thing about this recipe is that it utilizes minimal ingredients. That's one part of paleo I really try to hammer home because I know how frustrating it can be to be excited about a recipe only to realize you have to go to the store and buy 50 new ingredients that you don't regularly keep stocked in your pantry.
It's why I created Ultimate Meal Plans. One of the cornerstones of my meal plans service is that every recipe you get takes 5 ingredients or less and comes ...
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The Ultimate Guide To Peppermint Tea
Where are our tea drinkers at? Anybody who enjoys peppermint tea? This beverage is widely enjoyed for its flavor, but what if I told you it also has some pretty amazing health benefits, too?
Whether you need some help sleeping or you want something to help aid in weight loss, peppermint tea is a great tool. And to think—those are just two of its beneficial properties!
We’re going to go over everything you need to know about peppermint tea, its benefits, side effects, and how to brew your own.
Peppermint Tea Benefits
Peppermint tea is an herbal infusion of peppermint leaves. It’s scientifically referred to as Mentha ...
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Keto Flu: What Is It And How To Deal
Have you decided to start the infamous ketogenic diet? Maybe it’s been a few days and you’re beginning to feel a little under the weather. It turns out that this is completely normal and nothing to be overly concerned about.
Headaches and fatigue, and just feeling low all-around, are normal side effects to any form of big change to your body. It could be a new diet, exercise regime, or even living in a new climate. It may seem obvious, but our bodies don’t react so well to drastic differences, so it seems an adjustment period is necessary.
This unpleasant phenomenon is what the keto world likes to call “the keto flu.” So what exactly ...
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The Ultimate Guide To Coconut Milk Kefir
We all know what coconut milk is, but what about kefir? You’ve probably heard this word come up once or twice if you’ve joined the health food community. But have you heard of “coconut milk” and “kefir” together?
If you’re like plenty of other people, trying strange-sounding new products may terrify you. But what if I told you that this probiotic drink had great benefits for your gut health? Gut health is something a lot of people struggle with due to dietary choices and other factors, including stress.
So, what exactly is kefir and how do you make it using coconut milk? What benefits will it give your body? We’re going to ...
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Cinnamon Honey Paleo Granola
Your granola days aren't over! In fact, they might just be getting started with this cinnamon honey paleo granola.
This recipe has my mouth watering just thinking of it. The traditional granolas most people think of are definitely not considered paleo with additions such as oats and sugar.
This one eliminates both of those things - using nuts such as pecans, walnuts, almonds, sesame seeds, coconut oil, and honey. The cinnamon is a deliciously spicy complement to all of these things.
How this works - you're going to mix all of your "dry" ingredients (minus the raisins) in a big bowl. Give it a good toss to make sure ...
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Savory Keto Breakfast Muffins
Muffins are a classic breakfast food. But once you go keto, you may be afraid that muffins are off the table (and, unfortunately, out of your mouth.) Traditional, sugar-laden muffins may be, yes, but not these savory ones we've got for you today.
There's no rule that says that muffins HAVE to be sweet. Yes, a fresh, warm blueberry muffin is a wonderful thing, but there are many different ways to spice up the delicious muffin.
(Need a great recipe for a paleo version of blueberry muffins? We've got you.)
But even those paleo blueberry muffins aren't exactly keto-friendly. So we wanted to give all of our keto friends an option for a ...
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Slow Cooker Taco Soup
Ok, I know, I know - it's not quite soup season. But that doesn't stop me from craving a big bowl every now and then. And when that craving hits, this slow cooker taco soup hits the spot.
This soup is all about that keto life - so it's high fat, low carb, and got a flair of dairy. Obviously, not paleo. But if you can do dairy, this soup is for you.
The creaminess of this soup comes from the cream cheese. Add in ground beef, garlic, onion, fire-roasted tomatoes, and taco seasoning - the flavor combo is just heavenly.
Arguably, the beset part of this recipe is that there is minimal work involved - thanks to the slow cooker. All you ...
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The Ultimate Guide To Coconut Water
If you like this tropical fruit, chances are you’ve stumbled upon coconut water brands many times before. It’s all the rage in fitness circles.
Coconut water is often confused with other coconut-flavored drinks. Compared to other fruity beverages, however, it’s a much healthier option.
We’re going to answer all of your undying questions about this mysterious drink. By the time you’re done reading this, we’re sure you’ll add it to your next shopping list.
What Is Coconut Water?
So what exactly is coconut water and where does it come from? This tropical drink comes right from the innermost part of young, green coconuts.
Some ...
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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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