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5 Lifestyle Trends of 2020
January has always been known as a month of change and goal setting when it comes to diet, wellness and your overall lifestyle. Here is my take on some current trends you may be seeing everywhere: Keto. As I said when I wrote about the 5 diet trends of 2019, the keto craze continues. The
Read MoreAtkins’ Take on the Air Fryer
An Air Fryer is a popular kitchen appliance that cooks by circulating hot air around food, just like a mini convection oven. An Air Fryer is fabulous for making anything you cook crispy. It is popular for cooking fried frozen food, like kids’ meal mainstays such as French fries, corn dogs and chicken nuggets, but
Read MoreLow Carb Portable Snacks
Low carb snacks are a crucial part of a low carb lifestyle. They are the perfect quick low carb fix when you’re on the go or when the salty and sweet cravings hit, and they help keep your hunger in check until your next meal. We’ve put together a fresh, new list of low carb
Read More20 Health Goals for 2020
You can make 2020 your healthiest year yet with these health goals: Don’t diet. It’s the time of the year when you’re inundated with diet ads, diet products and diet programs. Why should you rely on quick-fix, short-term diets that don’t work when you can embrace Atkins’ sustainable low carb lifestyle? Pick a plan. Whether
Read MoreResponse to U.S. News & World Report’s Best Diets 2020 Ranking
US News & World Report just released its 2020 Best Diets list and yet again, the publication continues to use the outdated U.S. Dietary Guidelines as its baseline to rate the diets. Despite our repeated recommendations to reference current science in creating these lists, US News & World Report continues to stick with the old
Read More10 Easy Tips to Kick Start 2020
The holiday season is not quite over, and you’re probably enjoying a little time off from work and some special moments with family and friends. There’s no better time than now to start thinking about kicking off a healthy and productive 2020 with these 10 easy tips: Be thankful. This time of the year can
Read MoreLow Carb Peppermint Tips and Treats
The holidays bring visions of candy canes hanging on a tree or passed out as a treat after visiting Santa. The flavors of peppermint are minty fresh and delicious, and there are many ways you can add peppermint to treats and drinks through the winter. To start, there’s nothing more comforting and warm (and naturally
Read MoreLow Carb and Keto Friendly Holiday Drink Recipes
Tis the season for a little (low carb) holiday cheer! Check out these suggestions for keeping the cocktail carb count low and then take a taste of these brand-new low carb and keto-friendly holiday drink recipes: Get spirited. Certain spirits, such as Scotch, rye, vodka and gin are naturally low in carbs. Just be
Read MoreLow Carb Holiday Survival Guide
Awwww… the holidays. They are a whirlwind of shopping, entertaining, parties, food and more food. So, let’s start with my seven tips for surviving the holidays with your sanity and waistline intact: Eat three low carb meals a day, plus a low carb mid-morning and mid-afternoon snack. If you do one thing, and one
Read MoreStart the Day Smoothly with Low Carb Smoothie and Smoothie Bowl Recipes
What’s wonderful about smoothies? You can sneak all sorts of nutrient-packed goodies into them, such as avocado, spinach, kale and berries, plus they give you a nice boost of protein, all in a glass or bowl. These low carb smoothie and smoothie bowl recipes are low in sugar, helping you avoid the dreaded Hidden Sugar
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