Energy Density and Weight Loss

It may sound like a complicated concept, but a low energy density diet may secretly be one of the easiest diets to manage. Energy density is the idea that the food we eat has a certain amount of energy (calories) in a certain amount of weight (grams). The more energy […]

Best Low-Carb Weight Loss Tips and Foods

One of the most popular methods of losing weight is by going low-carb — in large part because it’s relatively simple, but also because it’s very effective for so many people. It can be difficult to adjust to, but once you get the hang of it, it’s pretty easy. Other […]

Low Carb Stacked Chicken Enchiladas

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Traditional enchiladas are often loaded with fats from rich sauces, cheeses, and meat along with high carb tortillas resulting in overall excessive calories. This recipe lightens everything up by using Greek yogurt in the sauce, lean chicken breast rather than thighs, reduced fat Mexican blend shredded cheese (found in most […]

Low Carb Chicken Quesadillas

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Eating low carb can be a lot of fun if you love cheese and tortillas. You’re probably familiar with the concept of choosing a wrap as opposed to a sandwich in order to eat less carbohydrates. And while it’s true that tortillas will have less carbs than bread, until recently […]

Low Fat Caldo de Pollo (Chicken Soup)

Caldo de Pollo is a perfect soup for cold weather… when it happens. Soups in general are an excellent way to feel full on less calories – see the energy density diet for more on that. There are as many versions of caldo de pollo as there are of chicken […]

Low Carb Ham and Spinach Breakfast Squares

Eggs! They’re a versatile breakfast that keeps and reheats surprisingly well. Eggs are a breakfast staple on any low carb diet plan but making eggs from scratch every morning can be a time-consuming task. That’s where recipes like this – which you can make in a sheet pan and cut […]

Low Carb Green Smoothie

Smoothies are a great way to pack a lot of nutrients into your meals. Unfortunatley a lot of smoothies you get at restaurants and even smoothie places have a lot of added sugar. Ingredients like bananas and mangoes just aren’t going to work on a low-carb diet as these fruits […]

Low Carb Cauliflower Mash with Crispy Skin Salmon and Steamed Asparagus

Cauliflower mash is a great way to capture much of the flavor of mashed potatoes without all the carbs. In this recipe, we’re pairing cauliflower mash with salmon and asparagus for a low carb meal that still feels downright fancy. You’ll need a blender or a food processor for this […]

Low Carb Cauliflower Fried Rice with Chicken and Snow Peas

Cauliflower rice is a great low-carb substitute for white or brown rice. It has a similar texture and mild flavor and can be used pretty much anywhere you’d normally use rice. One cup of cauliflower rice contains 47 calories versus 204 calories for one cup of white rice (cooked). And […]

Pesto Zoodles with a Fried Egg (Low Carb)

If you’re working from home, this is a great quick lunch, or it could also be an easy dinner (whoever said you can’t have eggs for dinner was wrong!). We highly recommend buying pre-made pesto. Fresh pesto is great, but pre-made will save time (and money). If you can find […]