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Does Keto Actually Induce Weight Loss?

Does Keto Actually Induce Weight Loss?

Although science continues to prove that lifestyle changes over time are the key to lasting results, can the ketogenic diet (KD) induce quick weight loss? KD in clinical settings is traditionally used to treat various diseases, namely pediatric epilepsy, however, it has become increasingly popular as a strategy for weight loss. Not only does the research show that KD as a nutritional approach has a solid physiological and biochemical basis for effective weight loss and manage

“My diet is great… I don’t eat any carbs!”

“My diet is great… I don’t eat any carbs!”

Yes, the title of this post is a quote verbatim from a recent nutrition consult I had. The “ketogenic diet” (KD) has become increasingly popular in my line of work as a nutrition coach and personal trainer. Many people are hopping on board with the ketogenic diet, including some of the trainers and coaches I work with, due to the growing number of success stories associated with this low carbohydrate diet and the quick results it yields. As a nutrition student, “Keto” had alw

Are you Sushi Safe?

Are you Sushi Safe?

Anyone who knows me knows that sushi is my all-time favorite food. I will eat any sushi, but I tend to gravitate towards the deep-fried, cream cheese filled rolls because “go big or go home!” For people who are not quite the sushi connoisseur I am, sushi is often equated to raw fish. However, the Japanese word sushi just means “seasoned rice.” Sushi is typically a bite-sized combination of seasoned rice and an assortment of fish, vegetables, sauces, and seasonings. Although I

What Do I Eat Before and After Working Out?

What Do I Eat Before and After Working Out?

One of the most common questions I get working as a nutrition coach and personal trainer is “what should I be eating before and after a training session?” There is no simple, one-size-fits-all answer to this question. Your needs are based on many factors including your size and body composition, goals, and the type of activity you are doing, but where I typically like to start is by breaking it down into macronutrient recommendations. Macronutrients are the major molecules u

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