Halloween is almost here… a spooktacularly fun time for get-togethers and trick-or-treating, full of costumes, imagination and of course, tons of tricks, treats and candy. Here's how to navigate this treat filled holiday while on a low sugar, low carb, keto, or sugar free diet!
Read MoreGoing sugar-free doesn’t mean that you are giving up on the sweet life entirely. Rather, it is about finding healthier alternatives to sugar. Now, on the surface, it may seem that you have more options than ever before in this department. However, take a closer look and you will see that this isn't the case at all. So, how are you supposed to find a healthy sweetener among so many misleading products? Well, don’t worry, there is a way. Here are the top guidelines that you should be following to find the perfect fit for your diet!
Read MoreCraving Reese’s cups but not the calories and sugar? Well, my homemade chocolate peanut butter cups perfect for satisfying those chocolate and peanut butter dreams! They're not only decadently delish, but also super nutritious: these peanut butter cups are vegan, keto-friendly, low carb, gluten-free, and clock in at only 100 calories! What are you waiting for? Let's get cooking!
Read MoreAre you secretly and unintentionally self-sabotaging your health goals, like losing weight, reducing your sugar intake, exercising more often, or eating cleanly? Let’s deep dive into the reasons for this sabotage + how to fix it!
Read MoreNow that Autumn is just around the corner, it's time to switch up that breakfast menu and whip up a batch of these healthy, no sugar, apple cinnamon pancakes! These sweet stacks are loaded with apple flavor and a balanced cinnamon burst, then topped with a caramel-like layer of gooey apples. The best part? They're sugar-free, gluten-free, low in carbs, and higher in protein to keep you full throughout the day.
Read MoreCalories are something we’ve all had to deal with at some point or another - whether our goal is to gain, maintain, or lose weight. But the question of how many calories we should actually be eating is a tricky one, especially when we’re given generalized statements like "The average woman needs about 2,000 calories per day to maintain her weight, and 1,200 calories per day to lose weight. And, the average man needs 2,500 calories to maintain, and 2,000 to lose weight". But is this even true? And how many calories should you be eating every day? Let’s find out!
Read MoreEnjoy the summer sunshine with these healthy and sugar free chocolaty, decadent, creamy, and seriously fudgey chocolate fudge ice pops – a thick and rich chocolate treat with a surprisingly refreshing punch. Even better? They’re totally vegan and made with only 3 ingredients! Once you’ve tried these sugar-free chocolate fudge popsicles, you’ll never go back to those artificial store bought brands!
Read MoreStarting out on keto alone can be challenging enough, but especially so when constantly fighting carb cravings threatens to ruin your keto diet. Whether it’s a yearning for nachos, pasta, beer, or even sweets like ice cream, your carb cravings are a common enough occurrence for even the most experienced keto eater. Let’s go on a deep dive to learn what’s causing your intense cravings, what cravings stages there are, and how to stop them!
Read MoreMmm, strawberry shortcake - a fluffy biscuit, filled with juicy strawberries, and fluffy sweet whipped cream. The perfect summer treat! But the problem is that we don’t love the unhealthy and sugary stuff that they’re usually loaded with. That’s why I’ve put together this quick easy recipe for sugar-free strawberry shortcake that’s all natural, and has a vegan friendly option! What are you waiting for? Get baking!
Read MoreIs coconut sugar actually healthy? Get ready to bust some myths about social media’s favorite natural sugar alternative: coconut sugar! While coconut sugar has been labelled by popular culture as a natural and healthy alternative to sugar, is that actually the truth? In this post, let’s find out!
Read MoreDo you have food FOMO? FOMO = fear of missing out. If you've ever had anxiety about what food to eat at a party, been pleased with your healthy pic before seeing the delicious looking junk food your friends are eating at dinner, or eaten as much as you could for worrying about when you could eat that food again, you've experienced food FOMO. Here are proven steps to help stop that food anxiety and improve your relationship with what you eat!
Read MoreTake advantage of the abundance of fresh berries at your local market this summer and bake up a batch of my sugar-free strawberry oat bars! A sweet strawberry jam is sandwiched between a healthy buttery oat meal crust with a hint of nutty flavour! These yummy bars are vegan, gluten free, no sugar, and totally delish!
Read MoreHave you been asking yourself: How can you enjoy a cookout while staying on track with a sugar-free diet? How do you avoid belly bloat at summer barbecue parties? How can you avoid weight gain in the summer? Well… let's find out! Here’s the low down on keeping healthy and staying low sugar or sugar-free during the summer party season!
Read MoreA complete beginners step-by-step guide on how to have a reduced sugar or sugar free summer party (yes, I'm looking at you July 4th)! Here's how to do the seasonal tradition of pool parties, margaritas parties, cookouts, and barbecues - the healthy way - because going low sugar or sugar free doesn't mean you can't have yummy treats or fun in the sun!
Read MoreCooling down in the Summer can seem like a breeze when you have a refreshing cup of my Sugar-Free Strawberry Summer Lemonade Recipe! It’s keto, vegan, low-carb, diabetes-friendly, all-natural and 100% sugar-free, with only a few simple ingredients needed! Take a break from the summer sun with this sweet, tart, and lemony-delicious lemonade!
Read MoreThese healthy firecracker copy-cat, red, white, and blue fruit popsicles are easy to make, sweet, delicious, and sugar-free, making them the perfect fruit popsicle enjoy while celebrating 4th of July, Memorial day or even a summer cookout, guilt-free! The best part? They’re low-carb, keto, vegan, and diabetes-friendly!
Read MoreDoes coconut sugar spike your blood sugar levels like sugar? Is honey sugar in sweet disguise? Are you sabotaging your healthy, sugar balanced, low sugar or even sugar free diet with healthy sugar alternatives that aren’t so ‘healthy’?! It’s time to call out popular sugar alternatives and put them under the spotlight!
Read MoreIt's like clockwork: when that pre-time-of-month (aka pre-menstrual cycle) comes back around again. All of a sudden, your body seems to have zero control over what it wants you to eat and/or no matter what you do, you can’t stop craving and thinking about chocolate, doughnuts, salty chips, pretzels, candies, ice cream, greasy burgers, fries - basically every form of sugary, fatty, and carby foods you can imagine. Here’s why you’re always hungry before your period, and how to stop it!
Read MoreSo, you’ve got the munchies... again, you’re tired of that grumbling tummy, you’re tired of feeling greedy, and you’ve finally asked Google "why am I always hungry?". If this is you, you’re in the right place. If constant sugar, carb, or even general food cravings are bothering you, I’ve got you covered with the reasons behind your cravings and the steps you need to beat them!
Read MoreAs a recovered sugar addict, I decided to go almost a whole month with no sugar (I’m talking zero added sugar) and no junk food - here’s the week by week tell-all, along with everything I learned from the experience. The good, the bad, the cravings, and the sugar addict thoughts! It turns out, going totally sugar free can help reset your sugar cravings and your overall eating habits…
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