As I wrote this I just finished off a low-carb chocolate cake in the mug. It was so good. However, sometimes too many “sweet treats” make the symptoms of keto flu last longer. Some say thatartificial sweeteners(sadly, even stevia) can affect your body the same as carbs do. That me...
Some experts believefoodsthat provide quality brain fueld could reduce symptoms of ADHD. High-protein foods, including nuts, meat, beans, and eggs, may improve concentration. Replacing simple carbs with complex carbs, like whole-grain pasta or brown rice, can help ward off mood swings and stabi...
Food intolerance/sensitivity to FODMAPs (fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides, and polyols) or carbs that are hard to digest Joint pain Tiredness, as being tired can make your GI troubles worse; not getting good quality sleep leads to a "flare", which in turn leads to l...
At the same time, leptin signals the body of feeling full while eating. Foods high in fat, sugar, and carbs make your body release serotonin’s feel-good hormone. It makes you eat more junk food high in fat and calories. According to studies, the body gradually associates pleasure with...
The pancreas body type is a result of insulin resistance. It can look exactly like the adrenal body type, but you will notice that what triggers the symptoms is different. Frequent eating and consuming high amounts of sugar, processed foods, and refined carbs spike insulin and raise blood su...
Since many drinks are high in carbs and include inflammatory glutens, I recommend low-carb, gluten-free drinks, such asdry farms red wine, vodka, or rum with sparkling water and a splash of citrus, instead of sugary cocktails or beer. If you are up for it, you may even eliminate alcoh...
you naturally hold onto more water in your body. Carbohydrate molecules store water very well; when you go on a keto diet that features little to no carbs, this water is flushed out along with the carb molecules. If you don’t keep track of your water intake, you could easily end up ...
reported more satisfying sexual experiences compared to women who took a placebo. However, women who took 300 micrograms of testosterone per day had more unwanted hair growth than women who took the placebo. Men can get low testosterone, too. The condition has been referred to as andropause in...
A couple of other diet additions that you may want to consider are wholegrain carbs such as brown rice and quinoa as these can help to boost feel good serotonin levels essential to lifting mood and reducing cravings. Plus, try to eat more cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, brussel sprou...
The experience of stress is highly individualized. What constitutes overwhelming stress for one person may not be perceived as stress by another. Likewise, the symptoms and signs of poorly managed stress will be different for each person. SLIDESHOW Diet for Stress Management: Carbs, Nuts, and Othe...