Tag: Real Talk Keto
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POTS, Keto & Salt: The Connection Every Zebra Needs to Know 🦓
POTS is one of the most common comorbidities of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome — and it changes everything about how you need to eat, hydrate, and manage your electrolytes. Here’s the full breakdown of POTS, why salt is literally medicine, and why keto and POTS are a surprisingly powerful combination.
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Keto Munchies for 4/20: Easy, No-Thought Snacks That Won’t Wreck Your Macros 🌿
It’s April 20th. The munchies are real. Here’s your complete guide to easy, no-thought, lazy keto snacks that keep you on track without a single macro derailed — stock these before you need them!
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Keto Pantry Swaps: 40+ Simple Trades That Transform Your Kitchen 🛒
You don’t need to overhaul your entire kitchen to go keto — you just need to know what to swap. Here are 40+ simple, Amazon-findable pantry swaps that make keto cooking easier, tastier, and completely sustainable.
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Non-Scale Victories: The Wins That Matter More Than the Number on the Scale 🏆
The scale is one way to measure progress — but it’s not the only one, and honestly? It’s not even the best one. Here’s a celebration of the real wins — the ones that show up in your everyday life, your body, and your confidence.
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Keto & Alcohol: Your Complete Guide to Drinking Without Derailing This Summer 🍹
Yes, you can drink on keto — you just need to know the rules. From a girl who grew up near Ocean City, MD and now lives near Myrtle Beach, SC: here’s your complete guide to low-carb alcohol, summer cocktail ideas, and what to absolutely avoid.
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Keto & Sleep: Can Cutting Carbs Actually Help You Sleep Better? 😴
Poor sleep wrecks your mood, your metabolism, your willpower, and your health. Here’s what the research says about how keto affects sleep quality, why blood sugar is the hidden villain in bad sleep, and the practical steps you can take tonight.
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Bulletproof Coffee: What It Is, Why Keto People Love It & How to Make It at Home ☕
Rich, creamy, frothy, and genuinely filling — bulletproof coffee is one of the most iconic staples in the keto world. Here’s everything you need to know: what it is, why it works, the original recipe, five variations, and the one mistake that ruins it.
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Natural Force Organic MCT Oil Review: Why I Choose MCT Oil Over Butter or Coconut Oil 🥥
Butter in your coffee, coconut oil on everything, or MCT oil? Here’s an honest side-by-side comparison of all three — and why Natural Force Organic MCT Oil came out on top as my pick for the keto pantry.
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What Is MCT Oil? The Keto Supplement That Does More Than You Think 🥥
MCT oil is one of the most talked-about supplements in the keto world — but most people only know half the story. Here’s the complete breakdown of what MCT oil is, how it works, the science-backed benefits, how to use it, and what to watch out for.
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Keto & Mental Health: What the Research Says About Depression, Mood, and Your Brain on Fat 🧠
You can’t drive others around with an empty tank of gas. Mental health is the foundation everything else is built on — and what you eat matters more than most people realize. Here’s the emerging science on keto and depression, mood, and brain health, including two landmark studies from 2026.
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Dirty Keto vs. Clean Keto: The Debate, My Take, and Why I Lost Weight on McDonald’s 🍔
The keto community is divided on dirty keto — some say it doesn’t count, some say it’s the only way they survive real life. Here’s my honest take after years of living this lifestyle: keto is not a religion. It’s a way of life. And bunless cheeseburgers have a place in it.
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Eating Well with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome: Why Food Matters More When Mobility Is a Fight 🦓
Living with EDS means navigating chronic pain, limited mobility, and a body that plays by different rules. I know — because it’s my life too. Here’s what I’ve learned about eating well with EDS, why nutrition becomes even more critical when you’re forced into a more sedentary life, and how a low-carb, anti-inflammatory approach has…
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Keto & Menopause: What You Need to Know (This One’s Personal Too) 🔥
Hot flashes, belly fat, brain fog, sleepless nights — menopause is no joke. But here’s what I’ve learned living it: keto has tools that work. Here’s the full breakdown of keto and menopause, including what the research says, why blood sugar is the key, and a special note for women with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome who may…
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Carb Manager: The App I’ve Been Using for Years (And Why I Think You Should Too) 📱
I’ve tried a lot of tracking apps over the years. Carb Manager is the one I keep coming back to — and after years of daily use, I’m finally writing up why. Plus, come find me on there! My username is CrazyKetoChick. 🙌
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Keto & PCOS: What You Need to Know (And Why This One’s Personal)
Two periods a year was my normal for most of my life. A few months into keto it was 10. A few years in — all 12. Here’s what the science says about why keto and PCOS are such a powerful combination.
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OLIPOP Prebiotic Soda: The Keto Friendly Fizz That Actually Tastes Like the Real Thing
I’ve tried every OLIPOP flavor. Every single one. And I have yet to find a single miss. Here’s why this prebiotic soda has earned a permanent spot in our fridge — and a mini fridge of its own for my kiddo! 🥤
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Keto vs. Ozempic: Do You Have to Choose? 🤔
GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are everywhere right now. So where does that leave keto? I’m sharing my honest take on the debate — including why I believe keto wins on the one thing these drugs can’t give you: a life you actually want to live long-term.
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G Hughes Sugar Free BBQ Sauce: The Keto Condiment That Changed Everything
Early in my keto journey I was making my own BBQ sauce from scratch. It was fine — but most nights I just wanted something I could grab from the fridge. G Hughes Sugar Free BBQ Sauce changed everything — and helped me stop thinking of keto as a diet and start living it as…
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The Glycemic Index & Keto Sweeteners: Your Complete Guide to What’s Safe, What’s Sketchy, and What to Avoid 🍯
Not all sugars are created equal!
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Keto Easter Dinner: A Complete Guide to a Delicious Low Carb Easter Feast 🐣
Every Easter morning our family has an egg war — each person selects the egg they dyed, goes head to head, and fights until one undefeated warrior egg remains. Then we peel them all and eat hard boiled eggs for breakfast. It’s our favorite tradition — and it’s 100% keto friendly. Here’s how to make…