Is Oatmeal Keto? Carbs and Alternatives
Oatmeal is not keto-friendly. One cup of cooked oatmeal contains 24 grams of net carbs – enough to fill your entire daily carb budget, and then some. I know that’s…
Read More »Is Dark Chocolate Keto? It Depends on the Percentage
Yes, dark chocolate can be keto – but the cocoa percentage matters a lot. An ounce of 85%+ cocoa dark chocolate has roughly 5-6 grams of net carbs, which fits…
Read More »Plant-Based Protein Powder: Dietitian-Reviewed Picks and How To Choose
With whey protein concentrate facing tight supply and higher prices, a plant-based protein powder may be worth a closer look if you usually reach for whey. Recent reports show whey…
Read More »Is Corn Keto? Not Really, and Here’s Why
No, corn is not keto friendly. One medium ear of boiled sweet corn has about 17 grams of net carbs – that’s close to an entire day’s worth on a…
Read More »Can You Eat Tortillas on Keto? Your Low-Carb Options Explained
Regular flour and corn tortillas aren’t keto friendly – a single 8-inch flour tortilla packs around 24g net carbs, which is nearly an entire day’s worth on a 20-30g keto…
Read More »Can You Eat Pizza on Keto? The Best Low-Carb Crust Swaps
Regular pizza crust? Not keto. But keto pizza is one of the best food swaps in this entire way of eating – and I don’t say that lightly after writing…
Read More »What a Calorie Deficit Meal Plan Looks Like
Calories play a key role in weight loss. That’s why many people focus on creating a calorie deficit, or eating fewer calories than the body uses each day. (1) While…
Read More »Meal Prep Tips for Staying on Track with GLP-1 Medications
If your GLP-1 medication has dialed down your appetite or made certain foods unappealing (4) (1), smart meal prep can keep you nourished and on track with your health goals….
Read More »6 Reasons You Might Gain Weight Back After a Diet
You hit your goal months ago, but lately the “maintenance creep” is real. Jeans feel a little tighter, and the scale has inched, even though you aren’t doing anything wildly…
Read More »10 Spring Fruits and Vegetables to Eat Now
We all know the importance of eating fresh produce. It’s often suggested (and backed up by the USDA), that fruits and vegetables should take up half of our plate, with…
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