We’ve all heard the phrase: “To get big, you have to eat big.” This is true because you can’t build tissue, muscle, etc. without the building blocks of nutrient rich foods. It’s also said: “Everything has its season.” This is the truth behind intermittent fasting. Intermittent fasting is a controversial topic to some, because it’s […]

When I first started my ketogenic journey I had apprehensions about proper nutrition, especially protein. I had read that too much protein is not good, that the body can convert excess proteins to sugar through a process known as gluconeogenesis. For a keto athlete, the last thing we want to worry about is excess sugars. […]

Given the opportunity, availability and depth of one’s pockets, getting the daily requirements of vitamins and minerals should always come from real food sources. In reality, this is not always the case – and that’s where supplements can help. But making sense of the overwhelming choices of supplements can be a cause for aspirin in […]

In my last article, I shared some information about keto foods that help combat inflammation. With the reduction of inflammation, due to a well-formulated ketogenic diet, you are able to maximize your potential for recovery. But you can also take advantage of the benefits of movement, mobility, and flexibility found in yoga. Yoga is a […]

The use of anti-inflammatory foods and spices in conjunction with a ketogenic diet serve as a healthy strategy of reducing and managing inflammation. Inflammation is the body’s natural response to healing, yet when it persists it does more harm than good ultimately developing into chronic inflammation. Chronic inflammation can display itself symptomatically as pains, allergies, […]