I remember the first time I started a ketogenic diet; it felt as I had insomnia for the first time in my life. I wondered if I could take sleep aids like melatonin on keto and this is what I found. Melatonin supplements can safely be taken while following a keto diet without disrupting ketosis. Melatonin … Read more
When starting a ketogenic diet, it’s not uncommon to be suffering from a bit of “keto insomnia.” I’ve been there, and it wasn’t fun at all. After doing a bit of research, this is what I’ve been able to gather. What causes insomnia on keto? A ketogenic diet mimics the metabolic effects of fasting. During … Read more
Truly is another big player in the latest hard seltzer craze along with White Claw Hard Seltzer. If you’re familiar with Zima from the 90s or Mike’s Hard Lemonade, you may have a good idea of what these alcoholic beverages are about. Better yet, you’re probably reading this because you’ve already had the pleasure of … Read more
Worcestershire sauce has got to be one of the best ingredients for marinades or added to meat for enhanced flavor. One of my favorite ways to use Worcestershire sauce was dousing it on some mushrooms and stir-frying or grilling them, but is it keto friendly? Worcestershire sauce is a condiment that should only be used in … Read more
One thing I’ve always wondered is whether MCT Oil goes bad. I had a huge bottle of MCT oil sitting in my cupboard from the previous year that I didn’t want to waste. I dug into what other people were experiencing and connecting some dots in terms of oil degradation, shelf-life, and this is what I … Read more