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Source: https://www.chipmonkbaking.com/blog/2019/8/7/low-carb-keto-blueberry-muffin-recipe
When prepared via the above instructions, each muffin clocks in at 230 calories, 21g of fat, 7g of protein, and just 2g net carbs. Compare this to a Starbucks Bluberry Muffin which has 360 calories, over 50g of carbs and over 30g of sugar!
Full recipe below. Feel free to check out the original source link for more details like nutrition and tips/tricks for making these! https://www.chipmonkbaking.com/blog/2019/8/7/low-carb-keto-blueberry-muffin-recipe
INGREDIENTS
Muffins
Lemon Frosting (Optional)
INSTRUCTIONS
Blueberry Muffins
Lemon Frosting
I highly recommend you try it (no processed sugar), and find a good zero calorie sweetener. They are getting really, really good, still a bit on the spendy side but worth it IMO.
I like this one. I honestly can't tell the difference.
Lakanto Monkfruit Sweetener, 1:1 Sugar Substitute, Keto, Non-GMO (Classic White - 3 lbs) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LDNBAC4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_sfR2DbKAM162S
There are also lots of processed keto foods/ snacks/ desserts available that use sugar alternatives and are really good.
Eventually you may find you can ween off sweet processed foods altogether and stick with naturally sweet foods because you really start to appreciate them when you're not eating processed sugar anymore.
If it's like my experience, all food will start to taste better and you'll feel noticeably better and have more energy.
It is a replacement for confectioner sugar. I found a bag at my local health food store. I used the one made by Swerve! Here's a link!
Swerve Sweetener, Confectioners, 16 Ounce
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0079OYIFS/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_ufFDwb43C6HVQ
Created by a Nanaimo bar loving Canadian, who has scoured cities far and wide for the best of the best, and bullied grandmas nationally for their sacred recipes.
103 Cal per bomb (makes 18)
Ingredients
Kitchen Stuff
Instructions
1. Chocolate Top
2. Custard Middle
3. Coconut Bottom
Powdered erythitol is a great replacement in baking recipes for sugar, because it dissolves better than granulated sweeteners.
0% greek yogurt is a good substitute for recipes that require a little creaminess, like tuna salad or curries. Just make sure you add it after cooling the main ingredients, and reheat slow & low.
Recipe
Ingredients:
Steps:
You can store them in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for longer.
Nutrition info:
Feel free to play around with the recipe and let me know how it turned out for you! :)
Happy Monday, ladies! I hope everyone's weekend was restful and productive. I'm terribly pleased with myself for making it through the whole weekend without going over my calories, because I so often feel out of control of my eating when I'm anxious, and stuck at home. Last night, the cohabitant was so pressed into my personal space that my heart was racing, and my chest hurt for a few hours, but I just breathed through it. That kind of painful, physical anxiety is so unpleasant that eating to end it always feels acceptable, but I'm not going to use the cohabitant as an excuse to do something that makes me dislike myself (anymore). I ended the day under 1600 calories, and 14g carbs, and the anxiety attack eventually abated.
I don't know if dinner last night was underwhelming because I didn't try very hard, or because I was concentrating so hard on not hyperventilating. I roasted broccoli, lacinato kale, and shredded collards in coconut oil, and wrapped leftover chicken thighs in prosciutto slices before warming them in the oven. That was delicious, but in a plain, ham-and-chicken sandwich kind of way. I think bacon wrapping may be the way to go, but I'm going to try prosciutto wrapped jalapenos soon. I received my new bag of the best sweetener, so of course I considered making too many chocolates or cookies (which gave me even more anxiety), but I stuck with 0 carb mango and blueberry gummies. My favorite thing about keto gummies is that they make me feel full, and always before I've even finished them- that definitely never happens with any other sweet!
If I post this thing right now, and read everyone's check-ins at work later, I'll have time to run for a full hour, so that's happening. Everybody have a stressless Monday, and KCKO <3
Well, your questions are all valid and I can only provide you with what I did in Northern New York, near Lake Placid (Winter Olympics 1932 & 1980).
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Firstly, review this website, which has numerous recipes, and I have have tried three of them. http://lpoli.50webs.com/Sausage%20recipes.htm#DRY
Then to answer your questions:
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PREP: 30 MINS. COOK: 30 MINS. YIELD: 7 SAUSAGES (70 SERVINGS)
This classic French sausage is a great entry point for the novice to charcuterie. The technique is straightforward, the seasonings simple, and the curing can be done in a relatively forgiving environment, like a basement or garage, not requiring specialized equipment.
As with all cured meats, though, some specialized ingredients are involved, like dextrose, curing salt (also known as Insta Cure or Prague powder), and casings. Curing salt contains sodium nitrite and sodium nitrate, which stave off the development of the bacteria that cause botulism, and is therefore essential to the safety of this recipe.
A stand mixer with a meat grinding attachment will work fine for this recipe. Remember to keep everything very cold at all times. The meat should always be cold enough that it hurts your hands to handle too long. If it begins to warm, get everything in the coldest part of the refrigerator or even the freezer for a few minutes, repeating as necessary.
As the sausage hangs, the meat ferments. White mold will form on the outside of the casing. This is normal, and desirable. After about three weeks, you'll have a firm salami-like sausage with balanced flavor and a sour tang from fermentation. Simply slice and enjoy with some crisp French bread and cornichon pickles. The French also enjoy it with very sharp Dijon mustard.
What You'll Need
How to Make It
low carb chocolate chip cookies
I use the Ghirardelli 60% Cacao Chocolate Premium Baking Chips, also omit the pecans and molasses, and I use Swerve granulated sweetener. Used the spark people nutrition calculator and they come out to about 80 calories per cookie and 2.6 net carbs per cookie
MACROS PER COOKIE:
• 105 Calories
• 9g of Fat
• 4g of Protein
• 2g of Net Carbs
You can snag erythritol on Amazon. a 1lb bag is just under $10 which will last a LONG time.
https://www.amazon.com/NOW-Foods-Erythritol-Natural-Sweetener/dp/B000Z978SS?th=1
Yes and no. Allulose has the same physical properties as sugar. (It is a sugar bit it’s not metabolized). So you can use similar candy making techniques to make Caramels because it won’t re crystallize. Traditionally Caramels are made with sugar because of these properties.
I’ve been ordering keystone pantry allulose on amazon:
Keystone Pantry Non-GMO Allulose Powder, Two 3 lb Jars, Low Calorie, Zero Net Carb, Keto, Diabetic Paleo Friendly Natural Sugar Sweetener No Sugar Alcohol Soy Free Gluten Free Kosher-Parve Sugar Free https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075DHBQF2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_8mc3DbEB4JEPE
I haven't tried it myself, but this one looks like a pure extract with no fillers, comparable to what we use at Super Body Fuel: Pure Monk
Can't you just use glucose? It's like $5/lb on Amazon as either syrup or powder. Or you can get 50 lb for $60.
Edit: There are also options at $3/lb and $2/lb if you know where to look.
Gin + glucose + citric acid + lime oil + mint = southside
Tequila + Fresca + citric acid + grapefruit oil + salt = paloma
Rum (light) + glucose + citric acid + mint + club soda = mojito
Citric acid can be found at the grocery store (or online). Citrus oils can be found in the peel.
No stevia it’s erythritol with some oligosaccharides, whatever that is. Pyure, which is what I use, is an erythritol/stevia blend.
A few years ago a co-worker of mine turned me on to hot chocolate + peppermint schnapps, and every year around that time I start craving that a bit! I've been doing keto for the majority of the past couple years (3 years this coming March), and somehow it never occured to me to add peppermint extract to my hot chocolate for that taste. I'll probably mess around with this recipe, but I thought y'all might appreciate this! :)
I used almond milk, which is the opposite of creamy, but also added an unexpected ingredient : egg yolk! Tempering this into the chocolate definitely changed the mouthfeel for the better. I got the idea from a Viennese Hot Chocolate recipe I found.
Ingredients (for one 12oz cup)
12oz Milk (I used Almond for less carbs)
3 tsp Unsweetened Cocoa Powder (if you can get it I definitely recommend the Lake Champlain Chocolate I used - it was really good, and the company is as well!)
1 Egg Yolk
1/2 tsp of Peppermint Extract
1/4 tsp of Vanilla Extract
(Optional) 1 tbsp Chocolate Chips, or equivalent solid chocolate
(Optional) Any other aromatics of your choce: a cinnamon stick in the milk as it boils would be a nice addition!
Tools
1 Saucepan or Pot
A Wisk
Your favorite mug
Instructions
If you don't want to add an egg, this is where you can stop! Happy drinking! :)
Otherwise:
The result with egg was foamy, with a creamy mouth feel. If you go the no-egg route, I would recommend using mostly/only solid chocolate, as this would thicken up your milk as well and make your drink even more chocolatey! I would have done so as well in this version, but I really like the cocoa I have, and thought the egg was more calorically and carb-ically safe.
I'll probably make another cup when my husband gets home later, and add some whisky as well - definitely a keeper recipe for me :)
Brands I used, if you're looking for ones that worked well:
Nutritional Info, as I made it:
Cal | Protein | Fat | Tot. Carbs | Fiber | Net Carbs
---|---|----|----|----|----
150kcal | 9g | 12g | 11g | 6g | 5g
Dark chocolate, berries and whipped cream? Maybe stacked? Look at Lily's or 85%-90% dark chocolate.
Pretty much the only thing I can think of. I agree with everyone here, invest in a good low-carb sweetner and it will go far. I've made some witchcraft adjacent desserts with this stuff.
Erythritol is what I tend to use, Swerve has a powdered Erythritol as well which works great for baking recipes. I usually use Pyure because it is available at Wal-Mart (I have to get Swerve on Amazon). There are several kinds of Pyure (same as Truvia). Some are just Stevia, but the one I use is a Stevia and Erythritol blend and I like it. That being said, it all depends on what you are cooking. If it is a hot recipe, such as hot tea or something, that will bring out the aftertaste of stevia more than something cold. I've also heard that Monk Fruit is really good too, but it is very expensive if it isn't blended with any other sweeteners. I've had a Monk Fruit/Erythritol blend and it was good.
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Here are some of the ones I use regularly:
So Nourished Monk Fruit/Erythritol Blend: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077VSBDGL/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_CYPUCbJ7N5FCX
Swerve Erythritol Confectioners: https://www.amazon.com/Swerve-Sweetener-Confectioners-12-oz/dp/B0079OYIFS/ref=sr_1_13?crid=T1SKBWPHR4CJ&keywords=erythritol+sweetener&qid=1555733696&s=gateway&sprefix=ery%2Caps%2C142&sr=8-13
Pyure Stevia/Erythritol Blend: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NI2CTB0/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_u1PUCbPBTX0G7
I like Erythritol. Use it to make Keto Cheesecake Bombs. A little gritty but waaay better than stevia imo.
http://www.amazon.com/NOW-Foods-Erythritol-Natural-Sweetener/dp/B000Z978SS
The erythritol from Bulk Barn is the cheapest I've found (wait and buy it when they have a coupon).
Sometimes I buy Swerve or Lakanto from Amazon, but it's a bit pricier.
Just remember that if that sweet tooth gets the better of you, there are keto sweets, you don't have to ruin ketosis by returning to sugary food. Get a sweetener like Swerve Confectioners to keep on hand. Starving your addiction to sweets is best at the start, but if you need a dessert, make a keto dessert.
Ingredients
Instructions
This one off Amazon
so just a fun little tweek:
I doubled this and made them in muffin tins, using 100g graham cracker and 2tbsp butter for the crust. I used Dannon light and fit for the yogurt, and subbed egg whites for whole eggs, at 100g. I subbed out the sugar for monkfruit sweetener and poured them into 12 small muffin cups (with crust) and 6 large doubled up muffin cups (without crust) being a 60 or 120g serving total.
Calories for crusted and crustless are both just under 50 cals each!
They came out amazing. pumpkin pie is one of my favorite sweets and your recipe was a great jumping off point for an ultra-low calorie solution!
Amazon- Powdered Swerve
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0079OYIFS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_KMD7Ab0QTKYMK
Blood type A+.
Weight: 159 at the moment. (I've come down from 250 over the last year and a half)
Age 48
Diagnoses: Scleroderma with Reynaud's Syndrome and gastric involvement, Ulcerated Colitis, GERD, broken back with 12-level fusion repair, arthritis, immuno-compromised, chronic fungal infections (mouth, throat, gastric, skin, vaginal) - All either in remission or markedly improved with Carnivore)
Doc has me taking:
No other supplements. The doc wants me getting as much nutrition from real food as possible.
For my diet:
Here's my tea and monk fruit (this chai has low oxalates):
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07F9QY944/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00B06C1VE/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
I eat intuitively. I eat when I'm hungry and don't when I'm not. This has led to a few 1-2 day fasts. But this also means that I have days where I can't stop porking out and I'm never satisfied. My average is two meals a day. This can mean that I only eat the liver and egg yolks or salmon and is the primary reason I don't end up eating salmon every day.
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Hmm I'm not sure. I got this 3 lb bag of allulose on Amazon. The only negative for me with allulose is the price!
Swerve! I've only just started Keto but I love it and it's interchangable (size wise with sugar). i.e. 1 cup of sugar = 1 cup of Swerve.
Link
It's base is Erythritol.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mc5KUP8es5k
Where it says sweetener use "Swerve" (confectioners)
https://www.amazon.com/Swerve-Sweetener-Confectioners-12-oz/dp/B0079OYIFS/ref=sr_1_3_s_it?s=grocery&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1537105245&amp;sr=1-3&amp;keywords=swerve+confectioners+sweetener
I use Torani's sugar free syrup to impart different flavors.. such as salted caramel, etc etc
If it's a 1:1 replacement like the Lakanto brand, than it's cut with erythritol. Pure monk fruit sugar is 250x sweeter than cane sugar. I bought this over a year and half ago and still have a ton left since I've only ever needed 1/16tsp for anything. Nothing wrong with the mixed variety (I really enjoy the golden variety for the Lakanto brand), but if you're looking to avoid sugar alcohols it's something to watch out for.
My boyfriend went through similar struggles with keto vs sweet tooth. Two things helped: keto crepes, and keto french toast. I've this posted before, but think it's worth putting here because it helped us significantly:
This Specific Faux Maple Syrup -- It takes like Mrs. Butterworths. No, it does not taste like the fancy Canadian-tapped stuff, but hot damn if it isn't guilt free and great. Don't get the Vanilla flavored one, it's gross.
This Monkfruit Sweetener -- They sell this at Whole Foods, but where I am it's cheaper on Amazon. This sweetener doesn't have the aftertaste that erythritol sweeteners had and has less of that strange, "cool" mouthfeel. It works well for us in small amounts and the substitute for sugar is 1:1.
This Crepe Recipe -- I add a splash of vanilla to the batter in the blender. I find it helps smooth and thin it out to get a real crepe-like consistency in the pan. Make sure you do the circular wrist movement thing with the pan to spread the batter out all thinlike. These work well for sweet or savory dishes, but also are AWESOME stacked on top of eachother with layers of mascarpone/creamcheese/no-sugar-whipped-cream to make a "crepe cake."
This Specific ThinSlim Bread -- The "honey" flavor is better than the "plain" flavor, in that it tastes more like a sweeter normal bread, while the plain one has a little more cardboard-taste in it. I use this to make french toast (make the batter thinner than you would otherwise, soak the bread longer than you would otherwise, do not toast the bread for best results.) I also use it to make grilled cheeses, which go great with tomato soup (I love this recipe) and pickles. Do not buy this bread on Amazon, buy it from ThinSlim. The cost on Amazon is much, much higher and the bread does not come as fresh.
This is the one we got off of Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Florida-Crystals-Demerara-Sugar-Ounce/dp/B00D96JUUI/ref=sr_1_4_a_it?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1517520626&amp;sr=8-4&amp;keywords=demerara+sugar
Monkfruit
Shit is tasty.
I think the answer to this is that Nude Nicotine is the only place that sells it in a form ready to be vaped. Most people don't order from them anymore with how comical their shipping times are. I'm not sure if their shipping times are any better if you would just order extracts though.
Most powders have anti-caking agents to prevent clumping. You want to avoid vaping those things. You could buy this version that doesn't have anything added but it's $25 for 3.5 ounces of powder.
TLDR: The cost and only NN sells it.
I quit sugar about 320 days ago!!!! Hardest thing I’ve ever done!!! But!!! Now i make everything with monk fruit sweetener which has no calories and doesn’t spike insulin and it tastes the same!!! This is like what makes life worth living for you just replace any recipes with this monk fruit sweetener, here is the link!!!
But not during fasting! During fasting you suck it up!!! 😂
KETO Low Carb Eggnog Sweetened With erythritol
Erythritol Sweetener:Sweetener link
Coconut Milk:link
Ingredients
5 Egg yolks
1/3 cup Erythritol
1/2 cup coconut Milk
1 cup almond Milk
1 Cup Heavy Whipping Cream
1 TS Cinnamon
1Ts Nutmeg
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Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Calories 344 kcal
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
INGREDIENTS
Pecan Crust
Cream Cheese Layer
Chocolate Layer - Option 1 (Old Version)
Chocolate Layer - Option 2 (New Version)
Whipped Cream Layer
INSTRUCTIONS
Crust
Cream Cheese Layer
Chocolate Layer - Option 1 (old version, like pudding)
Chocolate Layer - Option 2 (new version, faster)
Whipped Cream Layer
Thank you! It's all about the Instant Pot, my cheesecakes never turned out this pretty before.
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I use this one (when they have it in stock) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HJGHLXT but have also used this, which is more reliably available, and more expensive https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075DHBQF2 . Neither version is really "powdered" so I grind a few tablespoons in a coffee grinder for the ganache.
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I have also made this with Swerve (erythritol) and it comes out great. Just use less (maybe 3/4 cup?).
This is not the answer that you are looking for, but maybe a good starting place. I've started using Erythritol which is supposedly just as healthy as stevia, without the bitter taste. There may be syrups containing it?
Might consider trying confectioner style Swerve.
Fellow Canuck here: Amazon sells both granulated and icing versions of Swerve.
https://www.amazon.ca/Swerve-Ultimate-Sugar-Replacement-Granular/dp/B01M7U2WZV/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1499272281&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=Swerve
https://www.amazon.ca/Swerve-Ultimate-Sugar-Replacement-Icing/dp/B01M3UBX91/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1499272281&amp;sr=8-2&amp;keywords=Swerve
This is one I’ve used
ALLULOSE Sweetener - Zero Net Carb Keto Sugar - Natural Sugar Alternative - Low Calorie Sweetener - Made in the USA - Granular Powder - (16 oz.) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BZQF6ZL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_KDOKDb7D4RD9X
Oof that link, sorry but I’m on mobile.
This is one I’ve used
ALLULOSE Sweetener - Zero Net Carb Keto Sugar - Natural Sugar Alternative - Low Calorie Sweetener - Made in the USA - Granular Powder - (453.6 grams.) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BZQF6ZL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_KDOKDb7D4RD9X
Oof that link, sorry but I’m on mobile.
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I buy from amazon here’s the link.
Lakanto Monkfruit 1:1 Sugar... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LDNBAC4?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
lankato golden sugar , monk fruit based 1 to 1 sugar substitute. I didnt notice the weird cooling or bitter after taste that I got from erythritol and stevia or serve.
Best is mixing it with heavy cream and coco powder , whipping it up. Instant sweet tooth satisfaction. enjoy !!
I bought the bulk deal on Amazon, 6lbs for $60, about $10/lb:
https://www.amazon.com/Keystone-Pantry-Allulose-Natural-Sweetener/dp/B075DHBQF2
That seems to be the best deal available at the moment. I've tried inquiring cheaper bulk sources (25-50lb quantities) but no one wants to sell to consumers. (The source here: https://primalnoms.com/bulk-allulose/ ran out and he is having the same issues sourcing bulk allulose.)
Where do you guys live that sugar is "ridiculously" expensive?!? I buy this at Publix, and its at any other grocery store for like 4 bucks for a 44oz container of demerara cane sugar, I don't shop at Walmart but looking it up its less than 4 bucks in their stores. Expensive on Amazon at 16 bucks... but any grocery store in any state should have it or turbinado which is about same price as I have both in my cabinet lol. I just quickly checked around online and its the same price in other states.
https://www.amazon.com/Florida-Crystals-Demerara-Sugar-Ounce/dp/B00D96JUUI
Demerara is unrefined sugar. Turbinado is white sugar that’s been steamed with molasses flavoring, so there will definitely be a difference in flavor.
At this point, I’m only making rich Demerara syrup as my go-to simple for everything.
I use the Florida Crystals Demerara sugar cause that’s the only Demerara available at the neighborhood market down the street from my place.
It’s a little pricey on amazon, but you can find it cheaper if you locate it in store.
Even still at 44 oz, if you’re making 8 oz at a time, you should get about 5 8 oz portions of syrup.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00D96JUUI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_tj8QAbR6D2R5C
heres one of the other deals, Lakanto Monkfruit 1:1 Sugar Substitute | 3 Ib NON GMO (Golden) $18.16 from $22.99
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LDNBC86/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=AVMAALDQF459F&amp;psc=1
I actually use the 5%, but no worries.
I add one tablespoon of this sweetener and one teaspoon of vanilla extract. Really good, but at 6 net carbs it's a rare treat.
The sweetening power is similar to erythritol, it has no effect on blood sugar, and no aftertaste or cooling effect. Also, I never have to "powder" it to get it to dissolve in anything... it's never gritty.
I buy this one:
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B075DHBQF2?psc=1&amp;ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
I've been on a lemon kick lately - just tried this recipe and it is not bad! They did not rise much, so they're kind of like fluffy cookies, but then again, I came out with more scones than the recipe said would result, so that's probably it (ETA: also just realized that while the ingredients call for vanilla, there's no mention of vanilla in the instructions, so I omitted it. I assume next time I'll add it at the egg-whisking stage):
LEMON SCONE
Ingredients
Instructions
Recipe Notes
Serving size: 1 serving (Total recipe makes 8 servings)
Protein 8.31g, Fat 23.88g, Cals 263, Carbs 8.05g, Fiber 3.88g -- NET CARBS: 4.17g
Hmm, unfortunately I live in Canada and our walmarts don't carry that.
I found it here on amazon.com though. Is that my best bet?
Now this is the two pack I get that comes with granulated sugar AND confectioners...they're both excellent to cook with!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00AMPEPVS/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1549212835&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=swerve&amp;dpPl=1&amp;dpID=51okAuncL7L&amp;ref=plSrch
And here's the granulated by itself:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01LLMUG22/ref=mp_s_a_1_2_a_it?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1549212835&amp;sr=8-2&amp;keywords=swerve&amp;dpPl=1&amp;dpID=51q7aA2U%2BoL&amp;ref=plSrch
Sorry for the long-ass links, I don't know how to Reddit.
The recipe calls for Swerve Confectioners. Here's a link to buy it from Amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0079OYIFS/ref=sxts_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1519027397&amp;sr=1
While I agree allulose is preferable because of its hygroscopic nature, my package of Allulose states .32 net carbs per 1 tsp. Splenda granular has 0.5 net carbs per 1 tsp. So why are you apparently so worried about the potential carbs added by Splenda and maltodextrin but not those from allulose?
I've tried both the Keystone Pantry and All*u*lose and they've both been great.
I'd probably start with a smaller size just to make sure it doesn't bother your stomach
Stevia tastes terrible to me too. I use Swerve brand confectioners erythritol, which tastes way better, and has no effect on blood sugar so it's zero carbs. I do get the "minty" tingle effect afterwards, but it's the best one I've been able to find.
Get the confectioners sugar, NOT THE GRANULAR, because it can be grainy if you use the granular.
Swerve confectioners link on Amazon
I use the Lakanto Monkfruit (Gold). I've used it for this and cookies, and liked the results of each.
I second the monk fruit! I thought I hated all zero-calorie sweeteners, but then someone turned me on to monk fruit sweetner and it was a real game changer. I can sweeten everything now. I mix it into flavored seltzer and it's like having soda pop again! Let's see if I can do a link the way Reddit likes:
Pure Monk Sweetener
I got it on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B077L8ZN9P/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
The internet.
Here is the nutritional facts for NOW brand erythritol.
https://www.amazon.com/NOW-Foods-Erythritol-Natural-Sweetener/dp/B000Z978SS/ref=sr_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1521489817&amp;sr=8-3&amp;keywords=erythritol%2Bsweetener&amp;th=1
I try to avoid artificial sweeteners too, although sometimes I indulge in the occasional diet soda (prior to starting this diet, I drank soda all the time. Now it's water 95% of the time). That said, I've been sweetening my morning coffee with erythritol (like this stuff) because it's natural, has 0 glycemic impact, and basically has zero calories.
Can't access the link but something like this should be fine.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Foodgrade-Dextrose-Glucose-Powder-Random/dp/B009FAIDBO
http://www.amazon.com/Now-Foods-Dextrose-Natural-Sweetener/dp/B008GQ2JPO
I usually use rye, a simple syrup made of this and orange bitters. But I mean it's all personal taste.
This to me works best with baby saz if you can get it... wish I could.
Hmmmm.. I wonder which brand was used. There's some brands that say they're 1:1 replacement for sugar, like this one https://www.amazon.com/Lakanto-Monkfruit-Sugar-Substitute-Golden/dp/B077SPTP4Z/ref=sr_1_10?keywords=granulated%2Bstevia&qid=1570562498&sr=8-10&th=1. That particular one has erythritol which always seems to ruin the next 12 hours of my day... not fun.
Yes
> erythritol
https://www.amazon.com/NOW-Foods-Erythritol-Natural-Sweetener/dp/B000Z978SS
Here is what I found for a powder... I haven't tried it though so I don't know how good it is personally. https://www.amazon.com/Enlight-Zero-Calorie-Fruit-Sweetener/dp/B07F9QY944/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?s=grocery&ie=UTF8&qid=1537988538&sr=1-2-spons&keywords=monk+fruit&psc=1
I think erythritol is pretty cheap on amazon . 1lbs for $9.98
http://www.amazon.com/NOW-Foods-Erythritol-Natural-Sweetener/dp/B000Z978SS/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1425580962&amp;sr=8-2&amp;keywords=erythritol
Stevia in the Raw is what I used for stevia. I got it from Kroger. although people here are saying it's not the best option for staying keto. I ordered my erythritol on amazon and its this kind. Hope that helps!
I haven't used this one but it's just monk fruit. The one I've tried is cut with erythritol and is cheaper. You need so little of it it may be worth the price for 100% monk fruit.
Copying and pasting for you my recommendations to a friend the other day who is starting Keto:
Your friends:
Avocados (very good fats + potassium), eggs, butter (I think you're allowed clarified butter on Whole30), veggies, fish, coconut oil (I get this at Costco), coconut milk (the pure stuff in a box or can), macadamia nuts (in limited quantities), Swerve / erythritol, sparkling water (La croix is fantastic), decaf or herbal tea - (green tea especially is great because it helps with fat-burning, balancing blood sugar, lowering appetite, and has lots of antioxidants), Cauliflower rice - this saves me, Roasted vegetables
Suggestions/links to purchase:
Magnesium supplement I use (should also help a bit with sleep)
Potassium additive - NoSalt or NuSalt - add it to your food if you're not getting enough Potassium in your diet (most people don't) - you can probably find this in the grocery store for less $$, but I don't know for sure
Decaf green tea I drink 3 times a day - it's decaffeinated with CO2, not chemicals, and it's organic.
SWERVE erythritol sweetener - 1 pack or 2 pack
STUR water flavor drops - for keto champagne or just to add to water
Miracle noodles - they are definitely available at Whole Foods, or you can also find them at a few asian grocery stores (shiritaki noodles). These taste bland and almost gross on their own, but if you add sauce and meatballs, they do a pretty good job of passing for spaghetti if you're desperate.
Silicone candy molds for keto fudge and other keto candies - they seem superfluous, but after you try making keto fudge in a regular pan, you'll realize how much easier these are for portioning and for getting out of the pan.
And finally, the INSTANT POT - I recommend this to everyone I know. My partner and I use it multiple times a week, it is amazing, it does everything. Pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, browner, yogurt maker (also makes julienne fries!!). Seriously you cannot go wrong with this thing.
Keto Recipes:
Keto Fudge
Keto champagne
Cauliflower Rice
Maria Emmerich has an impressive collection of recipes and I've been using the sweet ones especially for a craving / fat bomb
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Have you tried making keto cheesecakes? The key is to use the right sweetener, but I literally make my keto cheesecake every week (a little more sweeter than the recipe calls for) and it's been a godsend. Add some sugar free raspberry or strawberry preserves and it's amazing.
I've tried several keto-friendly dessert recipes but the cheesecake is the most efficient I've found in terms of satiation, sweetness, and ease to bake. The almond meal crust is sooooooo good too.
Hi OP,
Let me start by saying that you don't have to accept anything. Acceptance isn't always a bad word, but it is if it means you stop moving forward. Don't accept your station in life. Get a better education. Don't accept dying at 50. Stop smoking! The list goes on depending on you as an individual. We don't have to accept an early grave. We can live to see grandchildren, new advances in technology, and maybe even true AI. Who knows? You might even live long enough to become immortal.
That doesn't start with acceptance though. It starts with a simple phrase. This summarizes everything you'll be learning going forward.
Muscles are made in the gym, but revealed in the kitchen.
You don't have to accept weakness as part of life. You can become stronger, train yourself, and even learn self defense. You're in charge of yourself. Accept it or Fight?
Let's say you're grabbed from behind at some point in the future. How do you want the days before that to go? Do you want to accept weakness and be unable to fight back not knowing what to do? That doesn't go anywhere good.
or do you want to spend those days getting strong, knowing just where to hit, and making it hurt bad when they make the mistake of grabbing you? Prepared, fierce, strong, and safe.
So, what works? We've heard a thousand diets and thousand fads pushed by everybody and their brother. What actually can do the job? It depends on you, but the following can help.
/r/keto is not a new idea. You cut all sugar and carbs out of your diet, limit your calories, and watch the fat melt away. It works via a few different mechanisms, but it can be difficult to adjust your diet. Notice I didn't say go on a diet. This isn't a temporary change to the way you eat. You'll never go back to eating sugar or carbs regularly ever again. You can't. As soon as you do, the positive effects of this will be reversed and you will begin to gain fat again.
The type you gain back first happens to be the most deadly type there is. This is the type you have now. Luckily, it is also the first to go after you change your diet. That accounts for a lot of the reason people feel better in the short term. The hormones it produces are no longer interfering with your body's natural processes:
> Fat doesn’t just store calories—it’s a living tissue capable of producing and releasing hormones that affect your other organs. Because visceral fat sits near our organs, its release of these chemicals is poorly situated. Having more visceral fat can raise your LDL (a.k.a. “bad” cholesterol) and blood pressure. Visceral fat can also make you less sensitive to insulin, which increases your risk for Type 2 Diabetes.
The keto diet combined with /r/xxfitnress can help, but you're probably thinking you can't do it. It is too hard for someone like you for this or that reason. You know your hormones are out of balance making you sick, but it would take a lot to balance them out.
Let's look at Arthur's transformation using Diamond Dallas Page yoga. He was a severely overweight disabled vet on leg braces and crutches. He was barely mobile and in terrible condition. After he worked at it, he is now walking and running. That was all as a result of yoga and a careful change of diet.
Take a look at https://www.netrition.com http://www.knowfoods.com/ http://www.miraclenoodles.com/ and the locations in your area where the products are sold. You will find a huge variety of reduced carb or zero carb options of the foods you already enjoy. Bread with 5 carbs per slice down from 25 each or syrup with no sugar that tastes just like the real thing. National brands are even getting into it with Sara Lee's reduced calorie bread at 6 grams net carbs per slice down 75% from other types they make.
Staying under 40 - 80 net carbs per day sounds impossible, but you just have to look at what you eat and act accordingly.
Bai makes drinks that are basically sugar free Snapple made with alcohol sugar (doesn't get you drunk. Not the same thing) or other 5-rare sugars your body doesn't process.
All-u-lose and Erythritol are both good examples of diabetic friendly sugar that also works well in keto. You can make tea, coffee, and all your favorites without giving up your diet.
Beyond that, give yourself a cheat day every so often and have your favorites. You'll be amazed how great sweets taste after you cut the sugar out of every. single. thing. you. eat. It is amazing that food purchased from the store will have so much added sugar.
If you have questions, we're here to help. reddit is full of amazing information. You just have to take a look and ask the question. You can do it. I did and so did many of our friends. It works without you buying a book or subscribing to a service. This isn't for profit. It just works. Good luck OP.
Pea/Rice blend (7:3 ratio). Complete amino acid profile, just as effective for building muscle as whey protein. (video that convinced me to switch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-adhxwP2Pdg) Eliminating the whey improves your carbon footprint, and after making the switch my body fat went way down.
Pea Protein I use: https://www.amazon.com/BulkSupplements-Pure-Protein-Powder-Kilogram/dp/B00RPMMFWM/
Brown rice brand I use: https://www.amazon.com/Nutribiotic-Organic-Protein-Plain-Pound/dp/B0033T8CZK/
For flavoring, you can add your own vanilla or cocoa powder. For sweetener, I use Lakanto Monk Fruit Sweetener.
https://www.amazon.com/Lakanto-Monkfruit-Sweetener-Natural-Substitute/dp/B00EUF5N1C/
Happy mixing. :)
I buy erythritol from the health food store and you can also get it online.
https://www.amazon.com/NOW-Foods-Erythritol-Natural-Sweetener/dp/B000Z978SS/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1472854058&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=erythritol
Good luck and let me know how the coconut milk goes! :)
I use a dextrose powder mixed with 5g of creatine and 27g of whey protein
http://www.amazon.com/Now-Foods-Dextrose-Natural-Sweetener/dp/B008GQ2JPO/
Swerve is the bomb
Edit: keep in mind this is a small study
another study also small
I ordered all 3 of their sweeteners (Monk Fruit, Erythritol, and Reb-A). Took about 2 weeks to get here.
The monk fruit was really super sweet, but imparted a off taste to my mix (Wasn't a bad off taste; just different). I will be skipping the monk fruit as a sweetener myself, but may come back to it and try it in a bakery style juice. Used at .5% (Also I noticed a bit a gunkiness on the coil, but not as bad as using regular sweetener)
The Reb-A (Stevia) was also really sweet but it had a strange "bitter?" taste at the end of the vape that I didn't enjoy. It is better than some stevia sweeteners I have tried, but not something I would use again. Used at .75%
The Erythritol was AMAZING, but required a higher percentage to achieve sweetness. Basicly it's less sweet than other sweeteners, but it has no aftertaste and does not change flavor profile at all. It really is the most amazing sweetener I have tried. That being said I Ordered Erythritol off of amazon and mixed up my own recently. It would be the cheapest route, and probably the fastest way to get some. Used this at 2%.
> monk fruit erythritol blend
I've used [this] (https://www.amazon.com/Granular-Monk-Fruit-Erythritol-Sweetener/dp/B077VSBDGL) before and found it pretty tasty!
The thing about stevia is that it's much sweeter than erythritol, so you would probably only need about 2 tbsps or so. But the cookies get a lot of their structure from the erythritol, so I'm worried they'll fall apart without it. It's worth a shot if you already have all of the ingredients, but I can't guarantee they'll stay together or have the same texture. I'm sorry!!
Not sure if this helps, but I buy my erythritol from Amazon (here's a link to the brand I use):
https://www.amazon.com/Swerve-Sweetener-Confectioners-12-oz/dp/B0079OYIFS
Good luck!!
I used powdered erythritol https://www.amazon.com/Powdered-Erythritol-Sweetener-Confectioners-Substitute/dp/B075MGQFF6/ref=sr_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1524548568&amp;sr=8-3&amp;keywords=powdered+erythritol
or try swerve
http://www.amazon.com/Swerve-300115-Sweetener-16oz-1lb/dp/B004X71550/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1410148550&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=swerve
Just realized that truvia has erythritol in it, so if that's the cause of the migraines Lakanto might not be the best thing to try after all.
It's pricey, but you could try pure monkfruit:
https://www.amazon.com/Fruit-Servings-Paleo-Sugar-Sweetener/dp/B01DMCMO7O/ref=sr_1_5_a_it?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1484171746&amp;sr=8-5&amp;keywords=monk+fruit
Replacing the sugar with something like erythritol instantly cuts all carbs associated with sugar and it tastes similar.
Also, cauliflower rice is a good replacement for regular rice. It's not exactly the same but it's way better for you diet-wise.
source: am white, gf is hmong, we eat low carb and cook a lot.