The Benefits of Fasting for Your Immune System
What are the potential benefits of fasting for your immune system? In the
past, we’ve often taken the immune system for granted. It was just there, in
the background, fighting off all the bad stuff so we didn’t become sick. But
in recent years,...
Combating Keto Flu
As great as the Ketogenic diet is for health and weight loss, it does have
some challenges. One of those challenges is combating Keto Flu - simply put,
the withdrawal symptoms from sugar and carbohydrates. What exactly is the Keto
flu? Keto f...
Fasting is Powerful for Gut Health
We all know that fasting is a powerful tool for weight loss and longevity, but
did you know that fasting is powerful for gut health as well? By practicing
some form of Intermittent or Extended Fasting, we can reduce our body fat and
prevent or e...
The Secret to Weight Maintenance
If you’re fasting or following a Keto/Low Carb diet to lose some weight -
great job! But you may be wondering, what about when you reach your ideal
weight? Many people can be successful at losing the fat, but where they mess
up is with maintaini...
Maltodextrin: Dangers and Concerns
Dangers of maltodextrin are currently a topic of hot debate amongst
Fasting/Carnivore/Keto communities. At the time of writing (November 2024), a
well-known supplement brand has been exposed for not disclosing this
ingredient accurately on their ...
Staying Motivated When You Feel Like Quitting
It’s always exciting when you start something new. Whether it’s a new project,
or a new way of eating … or fasting. But once the novelty wears off, it’s hard
to keep the momentum going. Especially when the challenges appear. Let’s talk
abou...
Food Cravings: How to Beat Them
Whether you’re fasting or sticking to a Keto/Low Carb lifestyle, most people
have food cravings at some point. And often we beat ourselves up for it. We
think that if only we had more self-control we wouldn’t be tempted. But the
truth is, cravi...
Fasting FAQs
In Fasting groups, and with our coaching clients, there are some questions
that come up over and over. Chances are you’ve had these questions, too. Or
will have them at some point. So we’ve put together a list of some of those
most frequently ...
Ketosis: Top Five Benefits
Ketosis is a metabolic state in which your body is no longer burning glucose
for fuel. Instead, it uses ketones that the liver converts from fat. Ketones
are much more efficient than glucose, and the body actually prefers them. You
switch in...
Fasting Mistakes to Avoid
Fasting is no walk in the park. Food is such a huge part of our lives. Going
hours or days without food is challenging. But sometimes we make it even
harder than it has to be. Let’s look at some of the mistakes I see people
making when it co...
Overeating on OMAD
One Meal a Day (OMAD) is a popular Intermittent Fasting schedule. It is
exactly what it sounds like. You eat one meal, and then you fast till the next
day when you have another meal, and repeat. It’s a great way to lose fat and
get healthy, wi...
Alternate Day Fasting (ADF) Guide
Alternate Day Fasting, also known as ADF, is a popular fasting schedule. And
for good reason! It works, and it works well. Let’s look at ADF’s, the
benefits, and how to do them. ADF - First things first For those who are new
to fasting, or may...