Have the Best Fall Ever (and Stay Low Carb) with These Apple Picking Tips
The only thing more quintessentially fall than a juicy red apple is picking that apple yourself straight from the tree. We’ve rounded up a list of apple picking tips below so you can make the most of the season’s bounty. October is National Apple Month, and with more than 7,500 apple varieties[1] in existence, it’s Read More
3 Low Carb Chili Recipes
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
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
Bacon Recipes for National Bacon Lovers Day
Every year, the average American eats 18 pounds of bacon[1]. It should come as no surprise then that bacon fans get their very own holiday: August 20 marks National Bacon Lovers Day. (For National Bacon Day, you’ll have to wait until the Saturday before Labor Day when it’s celebrated.) Whether you consider yourself a Bacon 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
Low Carb Blueberry Recipes
Blueberries are one of those wonder foods: colorful, tasty, and good for you. Indeed the health benefits of blueberries include promoting strong bones, preventing cancer and heart disease, and boosting memory. It’s no surprise then that they get their very own month—July marks National Blueberry Month. Blueberries are versatile, too. While it’s fun to pop Read More