2022 Keto Lifestyle Update & Recipes I Love
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I started the Keto lifestyle back in 2020 and have loved it ever since! Here is my February 2022 keto lifestyle update along with a few recipes that I love. This is the first of a series of posts where I will share my favorite keto-friendly products with you.
2022 Keto Lifestyle Update & Recipes I Love
Back in 2018, I had weight-loss surgery. And while it was the reason for the bulk of my weight loss I have maintained my weight loss thanks to keto. From 2018 through 2020 my weight pretty much yoyoed. Although I have not gone anywhere near my weight prior to VSG surgery I definitely did gain some weight back. And by some, I mean at least 40 pounds.
Honestly, I started to freak out! Doing research I came across the keto lifestyle. At first, I thought it sounded too good to be true. Let alone be something that I could do for more than a few months. I decided I would give it a try nonetheless. Well, it definitely proved me wrong! Not only was I able to lose 35 of the 40 pounds I gained, but I have also been able to maintain the keto lifestyle for two years now.
There are many products that have become staples in my home. These are products that I have tried, found that work and have made continuing my keto lifestyle easy. In the coming weeks, I will be sharing information on these products with you. So be sure to come back to check them out or follow me on social media to be kept in the loop.
This week I am featuring BetterBody Foods. This is such a great brand with many of my favorite products. You don’t have to be living the keto lifestyle to use and enjoy these products. BetterBody Foods offer plant-based, gluten-free, and non-gmo products just to name a few. I know there is something for everyone. Here is some information on the BetterBody Foods products I use and a few great recipes you can use them in.
Organic Coconut 100% MCT Oil
If you’re looking for a boost for some of your favorite recipes, you’ve come to the right place! Our MCT Oil is refined without using chemicals and has a neutral taste and aroma, making it the perfect ingredient in anything. MCT Oil remains liquid at room temperature. BetterBody Foods 90% MCT Oil is gluten-free and non-GMO, so you don’t have to worry when you add it to your recipes. Our oil is also keto-friendly, but that’s not all! This product is as loveable as a snoring puppy and as useful as a Swiss army knife. Get a bottle of our BetterBody Foods Coconut MCT Oil today and add a little pizazz to your diet!
Organic Coconut Flour
Organic coconut flour is a healthy, delicious alternative to traditional wheat or grain flour. Many people rave about the health benefits of coconut flour and how great it makes them feel from eating just a few tablespoons per day. And if you’re interested in cooking with coconut flour, you should know it’s extremely versatile and can be used in a number of tasty recipes.
Coconut flour is made from the meat of dried coconuts. Coconuts are usually harvested for their milk or oil. After these are taken, the dried coconut is then carefully ground into a fine, light, white powder, giving it a flour-like texture. Most types of coconut flour are organic because no chemicals are needed to process the coconut meat or dry it out. The coconuts are sometimes dried in an oven to remove any remaining moisture-this gives coconut flour a lightly toasted taste, complimenting the slight flavor of coconut. Even if you don’t care for coconut, the taste of coconut flour is very mild and blends seamlessly with your baked goods. Ditch the empty carbs and reach for organic coconut flour instead. It’s gluten-free, low-glycemic, and lightly textured, making it an appetizing alternative to standard grain-based flours. Since it’s made from ground coconut, coconut flour retains some benefits of coconut oil. And you get 23% dietary fiber in every 16g serving-great for low carb and paleo diets.
When using BetterBody Foods Organic Coconut Flour in your recipes, substitute it for 20%-100% of wheat flour. For every 1/2 Cup of Organic Coconut Flour used, add 2-3 eggs and 1/4 cup extra liquid. Consider using a binding agent such as chia, flax, tapioca starch, or xanthan gum to keep your end product from crumbling.
Avocado Oil
Made from carefully selected avocados, providing a naturally mild, smooth flavor that complements other foods. It’s a great way to add monounsaturated fat to all of your meals. It tastes super delicious when served cold on salads and veggies or in sauces, pestos, and more. Use it to make a homemade dressing and pair it with a fresh, mixed greens salad for an unbelievably light and refreshing meal or side dish.
Because it can take the heat in the kitchen, it’s great for high-heat cooking techniques (up to 500°F). Its high smoke point allows you to safely sear, bake, stir-fry, or saute without the avocado oil breaking down. Use avocado oil for cooking or baking as a replacement for traditional olive oil.
PBfit Sugar-Free
Now, you can get the great benefits of PBfit with no added sugar! We use a naturally sweet monk fruit blend to give PBfit Sugar-Free a similar flavor to PBfit Original. PBfit Sugar-Free is made with 3 simple ingredients: peanut flour, monk fruit blend (erythritol and monk fruit extract), and salt. Did we mention it’s all-natural and gluten-free?
When it comes to the uses for PBfit, the possibilities are endless! Mix into baked goods like bread, pancakes, waffles, and cookies to add a great peanut butter flavor. You can also blend it into breakfast smoothies and other drinks for a tasty, low-fat protein boost after the gym! Great for men and women!
Organic Cacao Powder
Finding lean alternatives to common foods can be helpful for people who are trying to change their diet and live a better life. Instead of using ordinary cocoa powder, switch over to BetterBody Foods Organic Cacao Powder! With no additives, you’ll get the same great flavor as cocoa but without the guilt! Chocolate has never tasted so good! BetterBody Foods is a great addition to breakfast smoothies and shakes because it is a superfood that is loaded with helpful nutrients, vitamins, and antioxidants. Throw some of our powdered cacao in with protein powders that you are already using for an extra pop of chocolatey goodness. Our organic cacao powder is not only great in shakes and smoothies but it can be used in a variety of baked goods. Use it in bread, cookies, muffins, cupcakes, pancakes, and waffles for a flavorful kick that your entire family will love! You can also use it to make hot chocolate beverages and classic Mexican mole sauce. The possibilities are endless! Unlike many other foods that have ingredients that you can’t even pronounce, our BetterBody Foods contains 1 simple ingredient: organic, cacao from Peru. With chocolate this pure, you’ll never go back to ordinary cocoa. This natural cacao powder is the perfect new addition to your pantry. BetterBody Foods is determined to bring you quality foods that are better for your body without sacrificing the flavors that you enjoy. Find food that you’ll love with our Organic Cacao Powder! Don’t just take our word for it; try some for yourself today!
Monk Fruit Sweetener Blend
Monk Fruit Sweetener is a zero-calorie, sugar-free substitute that has no aftertaste. If you are on a sugar-free diet or if you are just trying to be healthier but can’t resist the delicious taste of sugar, Monk Fruit Sweetener Blend is the perfect option for you. Monk fruit is an exotic fruit originating from the southern mountains of Asia. Our sweetener blend is made by first extracting the juice from the flesh of the monk fruit and then processing this juice to extract the sweet flavor. Finally, the sweet extracted monk fruit is then blended with erythritol to match the sweetness and 1:1 ratio of sugar. This sugar alternative is low-glycemic, so you won’t have to worry about it causing a spike or drop in your blood sugar levels. Now you can have all the sweet treats you want without the guilt. You can use this sweetener in virtually any situation in which you would use traditional sugar. You can use it when baking tasty confections like pie, cake, muffins, cobbler, souffles, cookies, brownies, and other desserts. You can even use it like regular table sugar to top your grapefruit for your breakfast or add it to your morning coffee to counterbalance the bitterness. Try adding it to your protein or health shakes for an added hint of flavor. What could be better than a sweetener that functions exactly like sugar but won’t adversely affect your health? With BetterBody Foods’ Monk Fruit Sweetener Blend, you can have all the sweetness you can handle without the calories!
Organic Naturally Refined Coconut Oil
Naturally Refined Organic Coconut Oil from BetterBody Foods can take the place of butter cooking oil margarine or shortening in medium-heat cooking. BetterBody Foods Naturally Refined Organic Coconut Oil is USDA Organic Non-GMO Gluten-Free and Kosher certified so you don’t have to worry when you add it to your recipes. BetterBody Foods Naturally Refined Organic Coconut Oil works in any kind of dish because it has a neutral flavor and aroma. That means it won’t change the taste of your foods.
Now for some of the recipes I love using these products in!
Bulletproof Keto Coffee
BetterBody Foods Product Used: MCT Oil
Kick start your day with this delicious coffee recipe – who knew ghee and coffee could taste so good?
Keto Caramel Frappuccino Recipe
BetterBody Foods Products Used: MCT Oil, Monk Fruit
My absolute favorite way to have coffee is a caramel frappuccino. If you do too, you will want to try this out!
Coconut Flour Pizza Crust with Fresh Tomatoes and Basil
BetterBody Foods Products Used: Coconut Flour, Avocado Oil
Think Keto means eliminating pizza? Think again with this innovative recipe using coconut flour instead of traditional flour.
Keto Sugar-Free PBfit Cacao Fat Bomb
BetterBody Foods Products Used: PBfit Sugar-Free, Cacao Powder, Monk Fruit, Coconut Oil
The name says it all – get ready for your taste buds to explode!