3 Low Carb Chili Recipes to Heat Up National Chili Month
Low carb chili might sound like an oxymoron—at least for anyone who’s accustomed to chili recipes stuffed with beans and pasta. Ask a chili purist, however, and they’ll tell you that true chili contains meat, dried chilies, spices, and no beans or noodles. That’s the way it’s made in Texas, the state where it was Read More
Plan a Day Hike to Enjoy Fall Leaves
Many people associate fall with a feast of tasty foods: pumpkin pie, apple cider, and Thanksgiving turkey, to name a few. Why not savor a feast for the eyes as well? As temperatures drop throughout much of the country, fall colors burst to life. Plan a day hike with the tips below and catch the Read More
Low Carb Chili Recipe and Tips for Game Day
In case you missed it, football season kicked off September 8 with the NFL season opener. For many, Sunday afternoons from now through February will be spent at home or in the lot, watching the game and feasting on chili, wings, brats, and beer. In other words, football season can mean a lot of food Read More
Fall Brussels Sprouts Recipes
Today marks the first day of fall! Celebrate the fall equinox (or “autumn equinox” if you prefer) with some low carb fall recipes. Specifically, we’re sharing our favorite Brussels sprouts recipes—just in time for Brussels sprouts season. When shopping for Brussels sprouts, look for vivid green, firm heads that are free of yellow or wilted Read More
Superfood: 4 Ways to Eat More
It’s hard to escape the buzz about superfoods. By now, you’re probably aware of their health benefits and may even have a list of superfoods you want to try. (Check out our summer superfood list for inspiration.) Eating more of these uber ingredients, which pack high levels of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, makes a lot Read More
Enjoy the Outdoors on National Trail Mix Day
With fall around the corner, we can all use more reasons to head outdoors and soak up the last rays of summer. Here’s one great excuse: August 31 marks National Trail Mix Day. Though no one has pinned down the exact origins of trail mix—some say two California surfers in 1968 first mixed together handfuls Read More
Low Carb & Keto Recipes Using Bacon for National Bacon Lovers Day
National Bacon Lovers Day is right around the corner, and we are here to get you ready for it with some delicious low carb and keto bacon ideas. Bacon is a great source of protein, a delicious topping or add-on for many dishes, and is one of the few foods that can be enjoyed any Read More
Adults Can Celebrate Back to School, Too
Packing your lunch is one of the best ways to watch your carbs (and your wallet). With back-to-school season in full swing, there’s no better time for adults to take a cue from the kids and up their brown bag lunch game. Get inspired with some of our favorite options below. Arugula, Pear, and Hazelnut Read More
Our Summer Superfood List
What are superfoods? Popular magazines, TV shows, and blogs are all buzzing about them, but it’s hard to pin down a precise answer. That’s because, unlike organic foods, superfoods are not regulated by the FDA or any other scientific or governing body. Most experts agree, however, that a superfood is a food that contains high Read More
The HIIT Workout and Other Top Health Trends
Get Inspired by 5 Cutting Edge Health Trends Atkins dieters stay ahead of the curve on all things health. However, even for these leaders of the pack, it can be easy to get sidetracked from fitness goals. (Especially with the bevy of barbecues, weddings, and other social events that fill calendars come summer.) If you Read More