NewsNovember 29 2019, by Anne Mullens, BSc, BJ, medical review by Dr. Bret Scher, MD4Column: No improvement in diabetes care since 2005. Oh yeah?Here we go again: a discouraging column in a major US newspaper is lamenting the lack of progress in the prevention, management, and outcomes in…
RecipeNovember 26 2019, by Camilla Björklund5Cod with creamy dijon sauce and crispy baconTender fish, buttery cabbage and crispy bacon, served in a Dijon cream sauce, create a sophisticated and satisfying taste sensation.
NewsNovember 26 2019, by Dr. Bret Scher, MD5The science of carb restriction, ketosis and side effectsHow much do we need to restrict carbs to obtain nutritional ketosis? And does the degree of carb restriction impact side effects or “keto flu”…
Recipe collectionNovember 24 2019, by Kristin Berglund, RN3Happy low-carb and keto ThanksgivingThanksgiving is right around the corner! Share this precious time with your loved ones over delicious low-carb dishes.
NewsNovember 24 2019, by Amanda Åkesson, BSc, medical review by Dr. Jason Fung, MD14Does sugar-free gum break a fast?Does sugar-free gum break a fast? Is it a good idea to have one cheat day per week? And can intermittent fasting cause hormonal imbalances in women?
Success storyNovember 23 2019, by Amanda Åkesson, BSc, medical review by Dr. Bret Scher, MD5'Life is good again'Terry struggled with her weight her whole life. But it wasn’t until she was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes two years ago that she realized she…
NewsNovember 22 2019, by Dr. Bret Scher, MD10Norwegians reduce sugar intake — how can we do the same?Do public health initiatives to tax soda and candy and eliminate advertising sugary treats to children help reduce sugar intake? Yes.
Member columnNovember 21 2019, by Anne Mullens, BSc, BJ34Creating our holiday e-magazineA dream of mine — a special, holiday-themed online magazine — has finally been achieved! It’s a digital flip magazine, exclusive to members.
NewsNovember 20 2019, by Franziska Spritzler, RD, CDE, medical review by Dr. Bret Scher, MD22New review: very-low-calorie ketogenic diets are effective for weight lossCan very-low-calorie ketogenic diets help overweight and obese people lose weight quickly? A review of several studies finds they're both safe and…
NewsNovember 19 2019, by Adele Hite, PhD, MPH, RDN, medical review by Dr. Bret Scher, MD24The Game Changers review: Should everyone eat a vegan diet?This pro-vegan documentary mixes science with salesmanship. But the best diet is one that fits your individual needs and preferences.
RecipeNovember 19 2019, recipe by Jill Wallentin, photo by Emma Shevtzoff, nutritional review by Franziska Spritzler, RD, CDE4Roasted chicken legs and cherry tomatoes with garlic butterThe satisfying rich meat of crispy chicken legs combines with the intensified, sweet flavors of roasted cherry tomatoes.
NewsNovember 19 2019, by Dr. Bret Scher, MD4Much ado about keto and influenza (in mice)Keto chow can mean a much better chance of surviving a lethal flu virus in this mouse study. Fascinating, yes, but it doesn't say much about keto…
GuideNovember 17 2019, by Libby Jenkinson, medical review by Dr. Andreas Eenfeldt, MD61Guide: Six ways to stay low carb or keto when you don’t want to cookHow do you stay low carb or keto when you don’t want to cook? It may be that you come home late, are tired, or that you are unexpectedly unprepared.
NewsNovember 16 2019, by Dr. Bret Scher, MD7Sustainable weight loss requires different adviceIs it possible to maintain long-term weight loss? Two new studies say no. But we disagree. We can change the message and change the results.
RecipeNovember 16 2019, by Camilla Björklund, photo by Emma Shevtzoff, nutritional review by Franziska Spritzler, RD, CDE12Salmon patties with feta cheese sauceWhether for breakfast, lunch or dinner, these simple, moist and tasty salmon patties pair beautifully with a creamy feta cheese sauce and a fresh…
Success storyNovember 15 2019, by Amanda Åkesson, BSc, medical review by Dr. Bret Scher, MD3"I love the keto diet and the results"Michele struggled with her weight her whole life, and not even weight-loss surgery and intensive exercise helped with that.
