The participants’ health was reviewed three times during this time period, with almost 26,000 participants still involved at the end of the 17-year trial, conducted in collaboration with Cancer Council. The team analysed the percentage of carbohydrates in the diet and related it to the risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life. It…

If you haven’t seen someone being picky about food at a restaurant or say ‘I am on ‘keto’, you are probably living under a rock. The ketogenic diet or more commonly known as the keto diet is the new Atkins and has taken the fitness industry…

Fruits and veggies are limited on the keto diet, but there are many fruits you can eat while on this low-carb eating plan. Knowing the most keto-friendly fruit will help you build nutrition-rich snacks and meals—and give you some naturally sweet and refreshing bites to enjoy. The gist of the ketogenic, or “keto,” diet is…

Keto fruits are low-carbohydrate fruits that fit into a ketogenic (keto) diet. In addition to being low carb, they are low in sugar. With carbs restricted, it’s important to understand the foods that can be a good choice when following the diet. Low-carb fruits to eat on the keto diet, such as strawberries, offer an…

Heart disease is the No. 1 cause of death in the U.S. Yet, according to the American Heart Association, half of Americans are unaware of this sobering statistic. The good news is that a diet filled with heart-healthy foods can significantly reduce your risk of developing this all-too-common disease.   While there are lots of foods…

If you’re on the keto diet, you know it requires getting up close and personal with your macronutrients. The high-fat, low-carb plan requires you to get just five to 10 percent of your calories from carbs in order to stay in ketosis: a state where your body burns fat, rather than carbs, for energy. And…

The ketogenic diet, or keto diet, has had a remarkably public rise in recent years. Backed by celebrities from Halle Berry to Joe Rogan, and used to sell products from bread to chocolate, it’s presented by many of its acolytes as more of a way of life than a diet. Yet beneath all the noise,…

If you’re on the keto diet, you know it requires getting up close and personal with your macronutrients. The high-fat, low-carb plan requires you to get just five to 10 per cent of your calories from carbs in order to stay in ketosis: a state where your body burns fat, rather than carbs, for energy.…

The ketogenic (keto) diet plan is a popular low-carbohydrate, high-fat eating plan often used in weight loss. Restricting carbohydrate intake leads to ketosis, a metabolic state in which the body burns fat as its primary energy source instead of sugar. However, this diet can pose risks in the long term, such as blood vessel damage,…

January often feels like the month of dietary redemption. After weeks of indulgent roasts, endless cheese boards and the steady stream of festive drinks, many turn to the latest health trends in search of balance. From juice cleanses to intermittent fasting and vegan “detox” plans, there’s no shortage of options for those seeking a reset.…