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February 22, 2018

High Cholesterol, Saturated Fats and Low-Carb Diets: What You Need to Know

Genes, lifestyle, and insulin resistance influence how you metabolize dietary fat, so people with identical diets can have different cholesterol numbers. Cholesterol does not cause heart disease. Inflammation does. Total cholesterol does not even predict cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk. If you have “high cholesterol” you need to know your inflammation markers, ratio of total cholesterol […]


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Published on February 22, 2018 04:03

Chocolate Coconut Keto Ice Cream

Ice cream recipe & content provided by Jordan Pie For such a long time, I’ve wanted to create an easy keto ice cream recipe — you know, without the typical frozen bananas, dates, and dairy that are often in them. I came across the Bulletproof Get Some Ice Cream recipe (another keto-friendly option) a few years […]


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Published on February 22, 2018 03:18

February 21, 2018

New Study Links Alcohol and Longevity. Here’s What It Gets Wrong

Wouldn’t it be awesome if drinking alcohol made you live longer? Sadly, it doesn’t — even though a recent study presented last week at the annual meeting of the American Association for the Advancement of Science wants you to believe it does. The findings revealed that people who live to 90 or older drink moderate amounts […]


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Published on February 21, 2018 11:37

Spicy Asian Meatballs With Thai Vinaigrette Dipping Sauce

Asian meatball recipe provided by Veronica Culver, The Enchanted Cook Sometimes you have a hankering for a particular thing, and lately I’ve had banh mi’s on my mind which were the inspiration for this recipe. And while pork meatballs aren’t what you’d expect to find on a traditional banh mi, this just worked. It’s very […]


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Published on February 21, 2018 03:20

February 20, 2018

Living in the Present: Former Monk, Dawa Tarchin Phillips #468

How do you know if you’re awakened? In this episode of Bulletproof Radio Dave interviews a leading voice in the global mindfulness movement, Dawa Tarchin Phillips, live in Hawaii. Dave and Dawa discuss how to take control over the direction of your life by living in the present. And, more importantly, how do you know […]


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Published on February 20, 2018 11:00

Gluten-free Vegetable Latkes

Latkes recipe and content provided by Courtney Swan These gluten-free vegetable latkes are great for those “clearing out the fridge before vacation” meals. The latkes recipe is so versatile, you can throw in any vegetables you have on hand. Sensitive to peppers or onions? Use cauliflower and spring onions instead. You can also get creative […]


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Published on February 20, 2018 03:05

Here’s What You Don’t Know About the Mediterranean Diet Plan

  The Mediterranean Diet plan gets considerable acclaim as the healthiest diet in the world, the diet that helps you live the longest, and the plan that protects against heart disease. It’s a good start, but the Mediterranean Diet doesn’t take into account blood sugar, toxins, harmful proteins in grains, and toxic load. If you’re […]


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Published on February 20, 2018 03:00

February 19, 2018

To Burn More Fat, Drink Apple Cider Vinegar

Research shows that apple cider vinegar increases ketosis – the metabolic state your body undergoes when it burns fat for fuel in the absence of glucose from carbs. Ahead, why apple cider vinegar is not your average vinegar, plus its superb healing attributes – including helping you to shed unwanted weight. How is apple cider […]


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Published on February 19, 2018 12:30

February 16, 2018

9 “Bad for You” Foods That Are Actually Heart-Healthy

Most people think they have a pretty clear idea of how to eat for their heart, but the advice on heart-healthy foods isn’t as clear-cut as you’d think. You’ve been told for decades to cut fat and avoid cholesterol, and pick out the cereal boxes boasting “heart-healthy whole grains.” The American Heart Association (AHA) wants […]


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Published on February 16, 2018 03:02

9 Best Keto Bread Recipes That’ll Make You Forget Carbs

Keto bread – as oxymoronic as it sounds – is the real deal. Whether or you go for light and flaky or dense and moist – gluten-free, low-carb bread recipes abound these days. Here are nine of the best keto bread recipes – from the O.G. Bulletproof keto loaf to a keto blueberry lemon breakfast […]


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Published on February 16, 2018 03:00