The Keto Diet, as many refer to the ketogenic diet, is a low-carbohydrate and high-fat diet. When people do not consume enough carbohydrates to sustain brain functioning, the body begins to process more fat for fuel using fat cells and dietary fat. It then produces molecules called ketones from processed fats, which are capable […]
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Alternative milk options are becoming increasingly popular, with usage of dairy alternatives greatly on the rise in the United States. Part of the ongoing shift in preferences is driven by the growing number of consumers concerned with climate change, animal welfare, and health, which have spurred significant changes in the American diet. For many, reducing
Fermented foods have been consumed for thousands of years. Ancient diets emphasized fermented foods such as cultured vegetables, kimchi, and tempeh, a traditional soy product originating from Indonesia. And with good reason! These foods were a critical component of overall health, providing a rich source of lactic acid-producing bacteria that occur naturally on raw vegetables
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Introduction to Plant-Based Proteins In recent years, there has been an increase in consumer demand for plant-based proteins as a healthier and more environmentally friendly alternative to animal-based proteins. This interest in plant-based diets is driven by various factors, such as a preference for consuming whole, unprocessed foods, a shift away from processed red meats
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Pumpkin seeds (also known as pepitas) have been a part of diets for thousands of years. Humans are believed to have consumed them since at least 7,000 B.C. The indigenous peoples of both North and South America have practiced pumpkin seed usage for centuries and have used the round, flat seeds as food
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