Keto Basics

Keto Basics

Keto Diet Basics: It’s all fat, baby! High fat, low carb and moderate protein. The basic idea is to keep your body in a state of ketosis so it is burning ketones and not glucose, all in an effort to keep insulin levels low.  The diet generally consists of meat, poultry, fish, eggs, high fat dairy and cheeses, nuts, seed, leafy greens, above ground vegetables, berries and avocados, and healthy fats such as coconut and olive oils.

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Trim Healthy Mama Basics

Trim Healthy Mama Basics

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Paleo Basics

Paleo Basics

The basics of the paleo diet is one that consists mainly of meat, fish, vegetables, fruits nuts and seeds. All dairy and grain products are excluded.

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GAPS Basics

GAPS Basics

I have been familiar with the “GAPS” diet for several years.  Someone actually suggested it when Autumn first started to have seizures, and before we knew about the ketogenic diet. I personally feel that the Ketogenic Diet is THE DIET for epilepsy. However, the GAPS diet would certainly be one of the diets I would consider trying if I had a child that exhibited any autistic symptoms, behavioral problems or bowel issues.

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