April 2018: Low-Carb Garlic Recipes, Presentation by Dr. Colin Champ, and My Latest Articles3/22/2018  April is National Garlic Month. Garlic is an herb that adds exceptional flavor, antioxidant power, and an undeniably potent aroma to foods. Fortunately, it's also very low in carbs, especially when used in small amounts (and as you know, a little goes a long way!) Here are 5 mouth-watering low-carb and keto recipes featuring garlic. Garlic Parmesan Wings from Carolyn at All Day I Dream About Food (1.4 grams net carb per serving) Garlic Butter Shrimp from Chungah at Damn Delicious (2.5 grams net carb per serving) Buttery Garlic and Sharp Cheddar Biscuits from Genius Kitchen (0.5 grams net carb per serving) Low Carb Garlic Chicken from Diet Doctor (4 grams net carb per serving) Crispy Oven Fried Garlic Mushrooms from Stacey at Beauty and the Foodie (1 gram net carb per serving) Video Presentation by Colin Champ, MD: "Cancer Prevention through Dietary Manipulation - Tangible Takeaways" February 2017, University of South Florida, Tampa It's been a year since I shared a talk from Dr. Colin Champ, a radiation oncologist and researcher with expertise in ketogenic diets for cancer. Colin is without question one of my favorite speakers and writers. Here's another fantastic presentation he gave at the 2017 Conference on Nutritional Ketosis and Metabolic Therapeutics I attended in Tampa last year. My Latest Low Carb Articles Written for KetoDiet
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 March is National Sauce Month. Most sauces aren't a good fit for low-carb diets because they contain flour, cornstarch sugar, and other high-carb ingredients. However, it's entirely possible to minimize the carbs in sauces without sacrificing flavor or texture, as demonstrated in these 5 delicious recipes. Enjoy! Keto Grilled Chicken & Peanut Sauce from Melissa at I Breathe...I'm Hungry (3 grams net carb per serving) Easy Mexican Mole Sauce from Paola at Gnom-Gnom (3 grams net carb per serving) Herb-Stuffed Baked Salmon with Bernaise Sauce from Naomi & Martina at KetoDiet (2 grams net carb per serving) Asparagus Chicken Alfredo from Marye at Low Carb-ology (3 grams net carb per serving) Mexican Pork Chops with Chile Verde Sauce from Kim at Low Carb Maven (3 grams net carb per serving) Video Presentation by Dr. Troy Stapleton: "Low Carb Management of Type 1 Diabetes" October 2017, Low Carb Down Under Gold Coast In this inspirational video, Australian radiologist Dr. Troy Stapleton discusses how he's thrived with type 1 diabetes for the past 5 years by following a healthy low-carb diet based on whole food. My Latest Article Written for KetoDiet Are Keto and Low Carb Suitable for People with Thyroid Disease?  February is National Hot Breakfast Month. Bacon and egg is the low-carb standard for breakfast. While there's certainly nothing wrong with the tried and true, plenty of other great options are out there -- some that feature eggs, and others that don't. This month, I'm sharing 5 low-carb hot breakfast recipes that are tasty, filling, and healthy from my growing list of low-carb culinary geniuses. Bavarian Cream Stuffed Waffles from Marye at Low Carb-ology (3 grams net carb per waffle) Apple Pie Keto Hot Pockets from Martina at KetoDiet (6.6 grams net carb per serving) Chili Verde Cream Quiches from Stacey at Beauty and the Foodie (0.5 grams net carb per mini quiche) Pumpkin Spice Breakfast Porridge from Kim at Low Carb Maven (4 grams net carb per serving) Silky Smooth Low-Carb Tortilla Espanola from Paola at Gnom-Gnom (3 grams net carb per serving) Video Presentation: Belinda Fettke: "The Evolution of Plant-Based Dietary Guidelines" October 2018, Low Carb Down Under Gold Coast In this must-see talk, former nurse Belinda Fettke -- wife of Australian orthopedic surgeon Gary Fettke -- discusses the surprising origins of our current dietary guidelines. My Latest Articles Written for KetoDiet Top 11 Nutrient-Dense Keto Foods Peanuts on a Ketogenic Diet: Eat or Avoid? January 2018: Low-Carb Soup Recipes, Presentation from Dr. Laura Saslow, and My Latest Articles12/22/2017  Happy New Year! January is National Soup Month. Soup is a great cold-weather option, but many are surprisingly high in carbs. Fortunately, there are plenty of delicious, nourishing low-carb soups to choose from as well. I found five hearty leto-friendly creations from some of my favorite low-carb culinary wizards. Enjoy! Low-Carb Tex Mex Soup from Martina at KetoDiet (6.4 grams net carb per serving) Keto Broccoli Cheese Soup from Meghan and Matt at Keto Connect (4 grams net carb per serving) Chili Relleno Chicken Soup from Carolyn at All Day I Dream About Food (4 grams net carb per serving) Crockpot Mexican Chicken Soup from Lisa at Low Carb Yum (5 grams net carb per serving) Creamy Reuben Soup from Kyndra at Peace, Love & Low Carb (4 grams net carb per serving) Recommended Reading for Those New to Low Carb My friend and fellow low-carb nutritionist Amy Berger has written a fantastic article that I know you'll find helpful if you're doing low carb for the first time or you need a refresher after taking a break from the low-carb lifestyle: New to Low Carb? Feeling Lost? "Paralysis by Analysis?" READ THIS Recommended Viewing Presentation from Dr. Laura Saslow: "A Low-Carb Diet and Lifestyle Program for People with Type 2 Diabetes" February 2017 Low Carb Breckenridge My Latest Articles Written for KetoDiet and Diet Doctor
I hope you enjoy my low-carb and keto articles that were published within the past month. Vegetarian Diet and Keto: Can These Two Work Together? Caffeine on a Ketogenic Diet: Friend or Foe? Top 11 Nutrient-Dense Keto Foods What Is a Keto Diet, and Other Common Questions Maintaining a Loss of 100-Plus Pounds for 10 Years with Low Carb and Keto  The holiday season is here, and with it many delicious treats that can be tough to resist, even for seasoned low-carbers. Fortunately, there are a number of talented food bloggers who create tantalizing low-carb, gluten-free, healthy alternatives to standard holiday favorites. I'm sharing five that would be perfect for holiday gatherings. Enjoy! Sugar-Free French Silk Pie from Kim at Low Carb Maven (3 grams net carb per serving) Baked Camembert with Cranberry Sauce and Caramelized Pecans from Georgina at Step Away from the Carbs (2.7 grams net carb per serving) Keto Pumpkin Bundt Cake from Lauren and Martina at KetoDiet (4.8 grams net carb per serving) Gingerbread Loaf Cake with Maple Frosting from Carolyn at All Day I Dream About Food (5 grams net carb per serving) Crockpot Sugar-Free, Dairy-Free Fudge from Brenda at Sugar-Free Mom (1 gram net carb per serving) Andreas Eenfeldt, MD: "A Global Food Revolution" August 2017, Low Carb San Diego I was surprised to see that I hadn't yet shared any presentations from Dr. Andreas Eenfeldt, aka Diet Doctor. This Swedish physician has been following a low-carb diet for over a decade and has helped thousands of people all over the world become healthier as a result of follow a LCHF lifestyle. I'm honored to write for him as part of Team Diet Doctor. In this talk, he provides a clear rationale for the benefits of carb-restricted, whole-food way of eating in his engaging, easy-to-understand style. His goal is to make low carb simple for people around the world, and he's well on his way to achieving this. My Latest Article Written for KetoDiet
Between traveling to Mallorca to speak at The Low Carb Universe and working on other projects last month, I only had time to write one article. I hope you enjoy my somewhat controversial article about cholesterol changes on keto diets. High Cholesterol on a Keto Diet: Should You Be Concerned? November 2017: Low-Carb Pecan Recipes, Presentation from Jackie Eberstein, and My Latest Articles10/21/2017  November is National Georgia Pecan Month. While it's true that pecans are grown mainly in Georgia and other parts of the southern US, they're enjoyed by everyone. Pecans are one of my favorite nuts -- I just love their delicate, slightly sweet flavor. I hope you enjoy the five fantastic low-carb pecan recipes I selected for this month's food holiday. Instant Pot Low-Carb Pecan Pie Cheesecake from Carolyn at All Day I Dream About Food (3.5 grams net carb per serving) Creamy Pecan Pralines from Taryn at Joy Filled Eats (less than 1 gram net carb per serving) Easy Low-Carb Pecan Cookies from Georgina at Step Away from the Carbs (2.4 grams net carb per cookie) Low-Carb Pecan Pie Bars from Kim at Low Carb Maven (4 grams net carb per serving) Low-Carb Butter Pecan Ice Cream from Vicky at Tasteaholics (1 gram net carb per serving) Jackie Ebertstein, RN: "The Road to Type 2 Diabetes and How Low Carb Can Prevent It" July 2017 KetoFest November is National Diabetes Month, and I can't think of a better presentation on the subject than this one given by my friend and colleague, Jackie Eberstein. Jackie is an registered nurse who worked closely with Dr. Robert Atkins in his private practice for nearly 30 years. During that time, they treated thousands of people with diabetes and prediabetes using a low-carb diet. In this excellent presentation, Jackie discusses the six-stage progression from insulin resistance to advanced diabetes and how carb restriction can halt and often reverse this process. She also shares her own story about how low-carb changed her life and has helped her stay healthy and vibrant for over 40 years. My Latest Articles Written for Diet Doctor and KetoDiet
Diet Doctor The Keto Diet: Maintaining a 150-Pound Loss for 10 Years Maintaining a Loss of Over 100 Pounds on a Low-Carb Diet for 17 Years KetoDiet Why Low Carb and Keto Diets May Be Ideal for Menopause October 2017: Low-Carb Dessert Recipes, Presentation from Dr. Nicolai Worm, and My Latest Articles9/20/2017  October is National Dessert Month! As anyone who knows me will tell you, I love sweets. Although I've avoided sugar and honey for years, I do indulge in sugar-free desserts on a fairly regular basis. I'm thrilled to share 5 scrumptious new low-carb dessert recipes from a few of my favorite low-carb culinary wizards. Enjoy! Low-Carb Chocolate Walnut Cake from Kim at Low Carb Maven (5 grams net carb) Mini Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting from Carolyn at All Day I Dream About Food (3.5 grams net carb per serving) 5-Ingredient Double Chocolate Mousse from Vicky at Tasteaholics (5 grams net carb per serving) Keto Raspberry Cheesecake with Coconut Crust from Melissa at I Breathe...I'm Hungry (4 grams net carb per serving) Sugar-Free Low-Carb Peanut Butter Mousse from Brenda at Sugar-Free Mom (4 grams net carb per serving) Video: Dr. Nicolai Worm: "Nutrition Therapy of Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease" February 2017 Low Carb Breckenridge This month's video presentation features Dr. Nicolai Worm, a nutrition researcher from German with expertise in nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. I had the pleasure of meeting him and speaking with him in July when we both presented at the Low Carb USA conference in San Diego. I'm sharing the excellent presentation he gave at that conference, although recorded a few months earlier at Low Carb Breckenridge. This was definitely one of my favorite talks (He and I share a very similar approach to balanced, healthy low-carb living), and I hope you enjoy it as well. My Latest Articles Written for Diet Doctor and KetoDiet
Diet Doctor A Low-Carb Diet: Maintaining a 70-Pound Weight Loss for Five Years Can Keto or Low-Carb Diets Cure Acne? Long-Term Weight Loss on Keto: Maintaining a 'No Excuses' Attitude KetoDiet Dairy on a Ketogenic Diet: Should It Be Consumed?  September is National Mushroom Month! Mushrooms are technically a fungus rather than a vegetable, but regardless of their classification, they're tasty, incredibly versatile and low in carbs. Here are 5 fantastic low-carb recipes featuring mushrooms. Enjoy! Skillet Chicken and Mushrooms from Melissa at I Breathe...I'm Hungry (1 gram net carb per serving) Easy Low-Carb Crustless Quiche with Mushrooms from Kim at Low Carb Maven (5 grams net carb per serving) Keto Truffle Mushroom Pizza from Modern Low Carb (2 grams net carb per serving) Spinach and Artichoke Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms from Lisa at Low Carb Yum (5 grams net carb per serving) Crispy Oven-Fried Garlic Mushrooms from Stacey at Beauty and the Foodie (1 gram net carb per serving) Presentation by Amy Savagian, MD: "Functional Medicine and Ketogenic Nutrition" February 2017, Low Carb Breckenridge This is an incredibly informative presentation by Dr. Amy Savagian, an integrative physician from California who uses a holistic ketogenic approach with many of her patients, including those with diabetes and metabolic syndrome. I hope you enjoy her talk and learn more about how to optimize your health through a very-low-carb diet based on nutrient-dense whole foods. Announcements Regarding New Articles I have some very exciting news to share! I am now a writer at Diet Doctor, the number one low-carb website in the world, headed by Dr. Andreas Eenfeldt from Sweden. I couldn't be happier to be part of the Diet Doctor team. I'm doing a series on long-term low-carb weight loss success stories, so if you've lost 70+ pounds, have kept it off for at least 5 years, and would like to be featured in an article on Diet Doctor, please email me at franziska@lowcarbdietitian.com. In addition, I'll continue to write articles for KetoDiet, another fantastic low-carb site. Sadly, I am wrapping up my writing with Authority Nutrition. My final articles for AN are below, along with my latest for Diet Doctor and KetoDiet. Diet Doctor Articles: Maintaining a 100-Pound Weight Loss for Seven Years Mineral Supplementation on a Keto Diet: Is It Necessary? How Melissa Lost 100 Pounds and Has Kept it Off for 15 Years KetoDiet Articles: Nuts and Seeds on a Ketogenic Diet Authority Nutrition Articles: Can't Lose Weight No Matter What? Read This Now 8 "Fad" Diets That Actually Work  August 19 is National Soft Serve Ice Cream Day! Although traditional ice cream doesn't work well on a low-carb lifestyle, this frozen treat can be made without sugar or milk yet still taste delicious and creamy if done right. Here are 5 ice cream creations that contain less than 5 grams net carb per serving. Enjoy! Strawberry Buttermilk Ice Cream from Kim at Low Carb Maven (5 grams net carb per serving) Very Cold Eggs and Cream (aka Ice Cream!) from Max Love Project (1 gram net carb per serving) Low-Carb Coffee Ice Cream from Melissa at I Breathe...I'm Hungry (1 gram net carb per serving) Low-Carb Single Serve Peanut Butter Ice Cream from Brianna Thomas (no ice cream maker needed) (Less than 6 grams net carb per serving) Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream (Dairy Free) from Martina at KetoDiet (Less than 6 grams net carb per serving) Presentation by Jay Wortman, MD: "Undoing Atkins: A Cautionary Tale" February 2016, Low Carb Vail I hope you enjoy this excellent presentation by Dr. Jay Wortman, a Canadian physician who's been following a low-carb lifestyle to manage type 2 diabetes for many years. I'm fortunate to have met him and spoken with him in person, and he is indeed as witty and interesting as he comes across in his presentations. Articles Written for KetoDiet During July I only had time to publish two articles, this time for Martina's KetoDiet website. Please feel free to comment on the articles here or on the KetoDiet site. Next month, I'll have additional articles published at Authority Nutrition and KetoDiet. Ketogenic Diet and PCOS Is Flaxseed Healthy?  July is National Picnic Month! Whether you're planning a picnic, barbecue or other outdoor get-together, you can't beat a spread of delicious summer favorite foods enjoyed with family and friends. Here are four outstanding low-carb recipe collections and ideas for your summer gatherings. 31 Low Carb Picnic Ideas from Libby at Ditch the Carbs Packable Snacks for a Keto/Low Carb Picnic from at Amanda at Wicked Stuffed 25 Best Low Carb Foods for a BBQ by Tasteaholics Kalyn's Best Low Carb and Gluten Free Grilling Recipes from Kalyn's Kitchen Presentation by Ted Naiman, MD: Insulin Resistance February 2017, Low Carb Breckenridge This month I'm sharing an excellent talk by Dr. Ted Naiman, a physician based in Seattle, Washington. Ted uses a low carb approach to manage disorders characterized by insulin resistance: metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes and obesity. Although I've never met Ted in person, I know him fairly well on social media and am very impressed with his work. I have no doubt that you'll enjoy his recent presentation from Low Carb Breckenridge on insulin resistance. Recent Articles Written for Authority Nutrition
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