 September is National Mushroom Month. Mushrooms are low carb, antioxidant-rich, delicious, and versatile. Here are 5 mushroom recipes from a few members of the growing list of low-carb culinary wizards. Enjoy! Tuscan Stuffed Mushrooms from Joy Filled Eats (2 grams net carb per serving) Easy Low-Carb Crustless Mushroom Quiche from Low Carb Maven (5 grams net carb per serving) Low-Carb Mushroom and Feta Breakfast Casserole from Kalyn's Kitchen (Less than 5 grams net carb per serving) Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms from Keto Connect (Less than 1 gram net carb per mushroom) Low-Carb Smoky Roasted Mushrooms from KetoDiet (5.4 grams net carb per serving) Presentation from Dr. Steve Phinney: "Inflammation, Nutritional Ketosis and Metabolic Disease" March 2018 Low Carb Breckenridge It's my pleasure to share another excellent, evidence-based presentation about the benefits of nutritional ketosis from Dr. Steve Phinney. My Latest Articles Written for KetoDiet & Diet Doctor Lifestyle Strategies for Healthy Eating Using a Low-Carb Approach Healthy Fats on a Keto or Low-Carb Diet
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August 2018: Low-Carb Ice Cream Recipes, Presentation from David Diamond, MD, and My Latest Article7/20/2018  August is the warmest month of the year for many of us. And what tastes better than ice cream on a hot summer day? Fortunately, it's possible to create low-carb, sugar-free ice creams that taste just as delicious as their traditional high-carb counterparts. Here are five of the best keto ice cream recipes that are delicious in any type of weather! Low-Carb Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream from Annissa and Harper at Simply So Healthy (3 g net carb per serving) Keto Low-Carb Butter Pecan Ice Cream from Brenda at Sugar-Free Mom (2 g net carb per serving) Keto No-Churn Vanilla Ice Cream from Paola at Gnom-Gnom (2 g net carb per serving) Keto No-Churn Chocolate Ice Cream from Martina at KetoDiet (guest post for I Breathe...I'm Hungry) (4.5 g net carb per serving) Very Cold Eggs and Cream from MaxLove Project (a nonprofit organization I work with supports families of children with cancer via an integrative approach that includes low-carb and keto diets) (2 g net carb per serving) Presentation from Dr. David Diamond: "An Assessment of Cardiovascular Risks of a Low-Carbohydrate, High-Fat Diet" February 2018 Low Carb Breckenridge July 2018: Low-Carb Picnic Recipes, Presentation by Dr. Dawn Lemanne, and My Latest Article6/18/2018  July is National Picnic Month. Although picnics are typically dominated by sandwiches, chips, and other high-carb fare, it's definitely possible to put together a low-carb picnic that's every bit as delicious. Here are 5 ideas for getting started. Crunchy and Nutty Cauliflower Salad from Elviira at Low Carb, So Simple (2.8 grams net carb per serving) 4 Low-Carb Mason Jar Salads from Carolyn at All Day I Dream About Food (less than 5 grams net carb per serving) Keto Sub Roll Ups from Lauren at KetoDiet App (1.6 grams net carb per serving) Mayo-Free Avocado Coleslaw from Brenda at Sugar-Free Mom (4.4 grams net carb per serving) Healthy Egg Salad Two Ways from Megha and Matt at Keto Connect (2-4 grams net carb per serving) Video Presentation by Dawn Lemanne, MD: "Carbohydrate Restriction to Enhance Cancer Therapy" August 2017, Low Carb Down Under Gold Coast This month I'm sharing the lecture integrative oncologist Dawn Leanne gave in Australia last summer. Although I unfortunately wasn't there, her discussion of carb-restricted diets as an adjunct to standard cancer treatment was reportedly one of the most popular presentations at the conference. My Latest Article Written for Diet Doctor
Just one this month due to being busy with other projects: How to Follow a Healthy Vegetarian Keto Diet June 2018: Low-Carb Vegetable Recipes, Presentation by Dr. Bret Scher, and My Latest Articles5/18/2018  June is National Fresh Fruit and Vegetables Month. Most low-carbers avoid fruit with the exception of berries in small amounts. I eat fresh berries at breakfast most mornings, but that's pretty much it for fruit. Vegetables, on the other hand, I eat liberally at every meal. This month I'm sharing 5 delicious vegetable-based recipes with 5 or fewer carbs per serving. Roasted Radish Wedges with Pesto from Paola at Gnom-Gnom (1 gram net carb per serving) Pan-Fried Asparagus Tips with Lemon Juice & Lemon Zest from Kalyn at Kalyn's Kitchen (less than 5 grams net carb per serving) Oven-Fried Breaded Broccoli Bites from Stacey at Beauty & the Foodie (3 grams net carb per serving) Easy Four-Cheese Pesto Zoodles from Melissa at I Breathe...I'm Hungry (5 grams net carb per serving) Portobello Mushroom "Risotto" from DJ Foodie (4 grams net carb per serving) Video Presentation by Bret Scher, MD: "All About Cholesterol" January 2018, Low Carb Nutrition Expo in San Diego, California In this month's video presentation, cardiologist Bret Scher discusses cholesterol, heart health, and the benefits of carb restriction for reducing cardiovascular disease. My Latest Articles Written for KetoDiet
The Benefits and Risks of Alcohol Consumption 7 Keto Foods That Can Stall Your Progress  May is National Egg Month. Like many low-carbers, eggs are a staple food for me. I love their taste, versatility and outstanding nutrition profile. They're wonderful for breakfast, of course, but I enjoy them equally well in a salad or omelet at lunch or dinner. Here are five low-carb recipes featuring eggs, published within the past year. Eggs Benedict Quiche from Carolyn at All Day I Dream About Food (less than 4 grams net carb per serving) Keto Paleo Scotch Eggs from Libby at Ditch the Carbs (0.5 grams net carb per serving) Blueberry and Cinnamon Omelette from Emma at Paleo with Mrs. P (about 5-10 grams net carb per serving, depending on amount of blueberries) Asparagus Quiche from Taryn at Joy Filled Eats (2 grams net carb per serving) 2-Minute Keto Eggs en Cocotte Feta and Herbs from Stacey at Beauty and the Foodie (1 gram net carb per serving) Video Presentation by Paul Mason, MD: "Treating Metabolic Syndrome" November 2017, Low Carb Down Under Sydney This is a wonderful presentation from Dr. Paul Mason of Sydney, Australia, about the root causes of metabolic syndrome and the dramatic improvement he's seen in his own patients who have switched to a low-carb lifestyle. My Latest Articles Written for Diet Doctor Guide for Low Carb Dietitians Losing 120 Pounds with Keto and the Right Mindset 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
7 Surprising Sources of Hidden Carbs Can Keto & Low-Carb Diets Improve Fatty Liver Disease?  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? |
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