Are Microwaves Safe or Unsafe?

Microwave for Are Microwaves safe article

A microwave oven is a standard appliance in any home you buy, apartment you rent, and even in many hotels you may stay at. Their ubiquity is novel, considering they only became so popular sometime in the 90s. However, the speed with which they can heat food (or explode other objects) may be cause for concern for some people. After all, their function is invisible.

3 Simple Steps to Finally Get Started on a Low Carb Lifestyle Successfully

Low Carb Lifestyle

Table of Contents How many times have you made a plan to change your life by creating healthy habits and fell short a few days in? One of the top reasons people fall short when reaching their goals is they don’t set attainable milestones. This is especially common when it comes to diet and exercise […]

518 Kitchen x Fox Hill Kitchens! Announcing Our Exciting New Collaboration!

518 Kitchen Shipping Box

We’re excited to announce a new partnership with 518 Kitchen, an amazing keto meal delivery service. They’ve been featured on Delish as one of the Best 19 Keto Meal Subscription Services. 518 Kitchen delivers incredible keto meals from their vast menu. Build a personal bundle or order a la carte. All their meals are made with gluten […]

Diet and Mental Clarity: Everything you Need to Know

Mental Clarity

They say “you are what you eat” but have you ever thought that this also applies to your brain function?

Poor mental clarity can take over your life, but there is increasing evidence that you can take your health back into your own hands by making certain dietary choices. There are many foods that seem to either exacerbate mental health issues, or improve and protect your cognition. This all indicates a strong correlation between your gut and your brain, and to be able to regain your fullest potential we must begin to learn about these connections.

What Exactly is Leaky Gut? A Foolproof Solution to Better Gut Health!

Protiens for Leaky Gut

Over the past 20 years or so, gut health has become a bit of a buzzword. But what exactly is gut health and what is a gut? The definition of the gut is a tube that connects the mouth to the anus which is the stomach digestive system that passes out anything that our bodies do not digest. However, the gut as a whole is not that simple. The gut has a lining that has the surface area of 400 square meters and uses roughly 2 times the amount of energy as the brain in order to function properly.

Are Seed Oils Bad for You?

The Truth about Seed Oils

For some, the answer may be obvious, but for most people, it’s not so clear-cut. People all over the world are oblivious to the sources of fat in their meals. This can be attributed to the rushed nature of our culture. In trying to get more done, we grab a quick bite to eat, but never consider the food we’re consuming on a daily basis, especially the oils we ingest.

Why is Gluten Such a Big Deal?

Gluten Filled Bread

Table of Contents When you think about gluten, you probably imagine something along the lines of wheat. While that is partially true, gluten is more complexly known as a group of amino acids that are largely made up of two proteins, gliadin, and glutenin. Both of these proteins are crucial to the production of bread […]