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What Is A Keto Diet? Keto Basics with Dana Carpender: What You Need to Know – CarbSmart Podcast Episode 8

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This episode of the CarbSmart Podcast, hosted by Dana Carpender, explores the ketogenic diet—a low-carb, high-fat diet that aims to trigger ketosis in the body. Dana discusses the scientific principles behind ketosis, shares practical advice for adopting a keto lifestyle, and addresses common myths. Listeners will gain insight from Dana's personal experiences and professional knowledge, gaining tools to make informed dietary choices.
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How Did I Get Here? Dana Carpender’s Journey of 29 Years on Low-Carb – CarbSmart Podcast Episode 7

Dana Carpender 318
How’s Your New Year’s Resolution? Remember Things Take Time – CarbSmart Podcast Episode 6

Andrew DiMino 321
How to Succeed with Your Low-Carb Resolutions – CarbSmart Podcast Episode 5

Dana Carpender 866
2023 Low-Carb Alcohol Guide – CarbSmart Podcast Episode 4

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Low-Carb Spring

Top 10 Tips to Quickly Spring Clean Your Low-Carb Meal Plans

Susie T. Gibbs 1,352

Spring is a magical season. It feels fresh and new and like rebirth. Spring is filled with possibilities and motivation and a sense of anticipation. In Texas, spring is just a glorious three-day precursor to a miserable nine month extravaganza inside the humid oven we Texans like to lovingly call the Texas Gulf Coast. Join Susie T. Gibbs as she shares her top 10 tips for keeping your Spring meals low carb, light, and satisfying!
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Radishes with Sweet Cream Butter & Sea Salt Recipe

Susie T. Gibbs 1,082
The Couch Potato Greets Spring – Getting Active Again

Kent Altena 883
12 Best Low-Carb Spring Foods

Dana Carpender 1,052
Low-Carb Tequila Highballs are a Sugar-Free Summer Treat

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The Latest From CarbSmart

Low-Carb Five-Spice Beef Rub Recipe

Wow! Low-Carb Five-Spice Beef Rub Recipe is sort of sweet and Chinese-y. I invented this for beef ribs, but there's no law that says you can't use it on brisket or even on a steak.

Barbecue Herb Spice Blend Low-Carb, Keto, Gluten-Free Recipe

Di Bauer 1,253

A blend for use with beef, lamb, pork or game, this Barbecue Herb Blend mix will elevate your barbecues to a whole new level. Each bite is another layer of delicious flavor. Because the herbs used here are so bold, avoid using with chicken or fish.

Super Low-Carb Snacks: 100 Delicious Keto and Paleo Treats by Martina Slajerova & Dana Carpender

Andrew DiMino 534

Super Low-Carb Snacks gives you 100 nutritious and delicious options for staying in the fat-burning zone—perfect for your keto, Paleo, or low-glycemic diet, or if you simply want snack options free from refined sugar and allergens such as grains, gluten, and dairy.

The Insulin Resistance Solution – by Rob Thompson & Dana Carpender

Andrew DiMino 792

The Insulin Resistance Solution by Rob Thompson & Dana Carpender. Defeat your Insulin Resistance and change your life with an easy-to-follow plan and 75 recipes for a healthier you.

Low-Carb Watermelon Feta Salad Recipe

Susie T. Gibbs 512

A delicious and refreshing summer salad featuring summer watermelon that doesn’t break the carb bank. Perfect for those hot summer nights.

The Keto Diet – What Is It? What Isn’t It?

Dana Carpender 867

What is a keto diet? “Keto” has been the diet buzzword for the past five years or so, and with good reason – a ketogenic diet delivers. Most people who “go keto” lose weight while experiencing increased energy and reduced hunger.

Low-Carb  Madeira Cake Recipe

Tracey Rollison 1,196

Low-Carb Madeira Cake is made with almond flour where a Victoria sponge cake is made with regular flour. Low-Carb  Madeira Cake has a denser texture. Madeira cake holds its shape when carved and iced, making it ideal for wedding cakes. It's named Madeira cake because it used to be served with a glass of Madeira wine.

Low-Carb Marinated Asparagus Salad

Tracey Rollison 844

Low-Carb Marinated Asparagus Salad is similar to a recipe brought back from France by Thomas Jefferson.

Dana Carpender’s First Zoom Low-Carb Lunch Video

Andrew DiMino 1,062

On Wednesday June 1 Dana Carpender had her first Zoom Low Carb Lunch. Asparagus-Strawberry Salad & Poppy Seed Dressing. Includes link to YouTube video.

Low-Carb Asparagus-Strawberry Salad Recipe

Dana Carpender 529

Recipe Tester Burma rates this Low-Carb Asparagus-Strawberry Salad a perfect 10 and says, "It's one of those dishes that would evoke a 'wow' because it's so pretty, and it tastes as good as it looks. The results belie the lack of time and effort required."

Low-Carb Poppy Seed Dressing Recipe

Dana Carpender 508

Low-Carb Poppy Seed Dressing Recipe is very popular, especially for any salad that includes fruit, but the commercial ones not only contain questionable oils, but also lots of sugar. Make this healthy, delicious version instead.

Low-Carb Lemon Curd Recipe

Susie T. Gibbs 880

A favorite here in the CarbSmart kitchen is Lemon Curd. So how about a Low-Carb Lemon Curd recipe for topping Low-Carb lemon cupcakes, Low-Carb lemon donuts, or even our Lemon Berry Custard with Gingersnap Crusts. It’s also an ideal base for tart fillings, cake layers and Low-Carb ice cream!

How To Smoke A Slab of Ribs That Will Make a Grown Man Weep

Dana Carpender 1,382

How To Smoke A Slab of Ribs That Will Make a Grown Man Weep by Dana Carpender. A million rib joints attest to American’s love of barbecued spare ribs. They also suggest that many people aren’t sure how to turn out a killer slab at home. If you’re one of those people, I’m here to help.