Keto = 80% fat, 15% protein, 5% carbs I am publishing this partially written because I wanted to get *something* up today. After catching up on the last few weeks, during which I fell off because I was failing the slow carb diet but also because I got busy with work and life, I am … Continue reading Keto Diet – Week 1
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I Failed the Slow Carb Diet
The SCD did not turn out how I imagined. For being the one diet I was most interested in testing, I had a lot of compliance issues. Here is a list of why I think I failed this diet so hard: One thing I liked about Whole 30 was not eating grains or beans/lentils at … Continue reading I Failed the Slow Carb Diet
“Slow Carb Diet” – Week 5
Not working so great, so far... Also, this graphic isn't the whole SCD story... Posting late this week... but better late than never. Last week on Wednesday morning I went to DC Health on a contract position to manage projects within the Nutrition Services department of the DC WIC program. So, back to the office … Continue reading “Slow Carb Diet” – Week 5
“Slow Carb Diet” – Week 4
See discussion on Fructose below. Image from Dr. Mercola. I skipped writing last week as my parents were visiting and there was a lot going on. I have found the “slow carb” diet challenging, I believe largely because the “binge” cheat day is unappealing. Also after eating fruit on Whole 30, it’s hard to go … Continue reading “Slow Carb Diet” – Week 4
Slow Carb Diet – Week 2
SCD Chat:This is the first “slow carb chat”, since the last couple weeks were spent transitioning from Whole 30 and explaining the SCD. We’ll start with a review of the Slow Carb Diet by a fellow RD who contributes to Healthline.com. In her review, Arlene Semeco draws the following conclusions: Summary - The SCD lets … Continue reading Slow Carb Diet – Week 2
Tim Ferriss Slow Carb Diet – Week 1
A (borrowed) recap of last weeks Slow Carb Diet overview. Last week I finished transitioning off of Whole 30 and just kinda enjoyed a few not-really-restricted days before getting ready for the official start of the Tim Ferris “Slow Carb Diet” (TFSCD). Things were going well, each “forbidden” food item caused no side effects on … Continue reading Tim Ferriss Slow Carb Diet – Week 1
Wrapping Up Whole30 / Transition to “Slow Carb”
Whole30 is rounding home while Tim Ferriss' "Slow Carb" diet is next at bat (excuse the April baseball language) This week, I am finishing the Whole 30 and will begin reintroducing foods. To speed up the reintroduction process, I plan to add "forbidden" foods to breakfast and lunch, but remain Whole30 compliant for dinner, so … Continue reading Wrapping Up Whole30 / Transition to “Slow Carb”
Whole 30 – Week 4
Crockpot Apricot Chicken, use cauliflower rice for Whole30 (courtesy of Wholesomelicious) Whole30 Chat: Last night I went over to a friend’s house to watch GoT. As I mentioned before, we are doing a different themed potluck each week. Last week was Thai food, last night was Indian food, next week we’re grilling and doing “American” … Continue reading Whole 30 – Week 4
Whole 30 – Week 3
From a meal prep perspective, this picture from Whole Daily Life makes me happy on many different levels Whole30 hacks that might be useful for newbies: From Phyiscal Kitchness:Freeze ginger (makes it easier to grate for recipes)Bake your bacon (at 400 for ~15min)This keeps your stove-top clean, removes the smell of bacon from your home … Continue reading Whole 30 – Week 3
Whole 30 – Week 2
Whole 30 isn't so popular with actual health experts Whole 30 Chat: There is a lack of research out there about Whole 30, but there are certainly some heated opinions! First, a reference to Cosmopolitan magazine because they use a catchy title, Whole 30 is Actually the Worst Diet You Could Do, while also interviewing … Continue reading Whole 30 – Week 2
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