Nutrition - Bulletproof Reach the State of High Performance Thu, 01 Aug 2024 20:50:43 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.1 What Foods Have Collagen? The Ultimate Guide to Collagen-Rich Foods https://www.bulletproof.com/collagen/what-foods-have-collagen/ Tue, 02 Jul 2024 20:55:55 +0000 https://www.bulletproof.com/?p=900104658 [toc] What Foods Have Collagen? These days, you can’t go into the wellness aisle of any grocery store without seeing tubs and tubs of collagen. It isn’t a coincidence that collagen has soared in popularity in recent years. It’s the body’s most abundant protein that provides support and structure to the body. People may need […]

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]]> Why You’re Not Losing Weight on the CICO Diet https://www.bulletproof.com/diet-articles/weight-loss/counting-calories-cico-diet/ Thu, 20 Apr 2023 13:34:29 +0000 https://www.bulletproof.com/?p=12869 The CICO diet (calories in vs. calories out) pushes the idea that to lose weight, you only need to eat fewer calories than you burn each day. This diet suggests that it doesn’t matter what you eat—you can still lose weight as long as you stay within your calorie goals. For people who struggle to […]

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]]> Bulletproof Diet for Beginners: Everything You Need to Know to Get Started https://www.bulletproof.com/diet-articles/bulletproof-diet/bulletproof-for-beginners/ Mon, 06 Mar 2023 14:00:10 +0000 http://www.bulletproof.com/?p=4440 The Bulletproof Diet can sometimes be confused with the Keto or Paleo diets. While there is overlap, the Bulletproof Diet is a more holistic way of supporting a healthy lifestyle. The diet considers food as fuel and challenges nutrition norms. The Bulletproof Diet also advocates personalizing your wellness approach to discover what better feels like […]

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]]> The Top 10 Supplements That Everyone Should Take https://www.bulletproof.com/supplement-articles/dietary-supplements/optimize-your-supplements/ Wed, 01 Mar 2023 12:00:36 +0000 http://www.bulletproofexec.com/?p=510 Supplements are a way to fill in the gaps of a healthy diet, to ensure your body gets adequate amounts of the vitamins, minerals and other nutrients it needs to function optimally. But, in choosing any supplement, it’s important to know what to look for – to get the best quality while ensuring safety and […]

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]]> Do Gummy Vitamins Work? https://www.bulletproof.com/supplement-articles/do-gummy-vitamins-work/ Fri, 10 Feb 2023 14:00:40 +0000 https://www.bulletproof.com/?p=63013 Gummy vitamins make taking care of your health look like child’s play. They’re delicious, convenient and offer a variety of vitamins and minerals. Many adults find them sweet since they remind them of the Flintstone vitamins they looked forward to as kids. It’s estimated that adults make up 80 percent of the gummy market today. […]

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]]> Complete Keto Food List: What to Eat on Keto https://www.bulletproof.com/diet-articles/keto/keto-food-list/ Fri, 01 Apr 2022 21:00:01 +0000 https://www.bulletproof.com/?p=17231 Keto (short for ketogenic) is a low-carb, high-fat and moderate-protein diet. Eating this way sends the body into a metabolic process called ketosis, which is when the body starts breaking down fat for fuel. Everyone from celebrities to regular keto devotees swears by the ketogenic diet for its health benefits. These can include weight loss, […]

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]]> Shirataki Noodles for Keto: Nutrition & Benefits https://www.bulletproof.com/diet-articles/keto/shirataki-noodles/ Fri, 01 Apr 2022 17:32:11 +0000 https://www.bulletproof.com/?p=27975 Just because you’re gluten-free, keto or grain-free doesn’t mean pasta is off the table. Meet shirataki noodles, the zero-calorie, low-carb noodle that’s about to change your life. Popular in Japanese cuisine for centuries, they are exploding on the health food scene as a keto-friendly pasta alternative, and with good reason—they contain nearly zero carbs and […]

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]]> Are Cashews Good For You? https://www.bulletproof.com/diet-articles/superfoods/cashews-nutritional-benefits/ Thu, 31 Mar 2022 23:30:51 +0000 https://www.bulletproof.com/?p=15851 Cashews make for a delicious, low-carb snack—but are cashews good for you? As it turns out, yes! Cashews not only taste amazing, but they’re also full of micronutrients and quality fats that can help support your health goals. Read on to learn more about cashew nutrition and what to look for in this delicious snack. […]

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]]> Intuitive Eating: How to Lose Weight By Listening to Your Body https://www.bulletproof.com/diet-articles/weight-loss/intuitive-eating-lose-weight/ Wed, 23 Feb 2022 20:00:08 +0000 https://www.bulletproof.com/?p=32082 Intuitive eating is a trend that continues to gain steam in the nutrition world. It’s a response to the traditional (and often demoralizing) approach to dieting: weighing your food, counting every calorie, hitting the perfect macros and sticking to a strict meal schedule. Intuitive eating throws out the obsessive structure of many diets. It’s based […]

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]]> Best Pre- and Post-Workout Meals to Fuel Your Sweat Session https://www.bulletproof.com/diet-articles/healthy-eating/best-post-workout-meals-muscle/ Fri, 10 Dec 2021 11:10:01 +0000 https://www.bulletproof.com/?p=24824 What you put into your body both before and after your workout can either inhibit or boost your progress and recovery. Whether you fast or eat before a workout, it’s best to consume quality carbs after you train to replenish glycogen-depleted muscles. Use the easy-to-make recipes for pre- and post-workout meals outlined below to give […]

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]]> Should You Eat Avocado Seeds? https://www.bulletproof.com/diet-articles/healthy-eating/should-you-eat-avocado-seeds/ Tue, 27 Jul 2021 19:41:45 +0000 http://www.bulletproof.com/?p=8224 Avocados are a mainstay of the Bulletproof Diet because they provide you with plenty of monounsaturated fat, fiber, vitamins B6, E, and C and potassium. And that’s just from the creamy fruit itself… But what about avocado seeds? Have we all been tossing a nutrient powerhouse into the compost this whole time? That slimy sphere […]

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]]> How to Store Avocados: Everything You Need to Know (Plus Slicing Tips) https://www.bulletproof.com/diet-articles/healthy-eating/how-to-store-avocados/ Tue, 20 Jul 2021 10:05:53 +0000 https://www.bulletproof.com/?p=23304 With an abundance of fiber, monounsaturated fats, and vitamins, avocados are the crown jewel of ketogenic diets. When they go on sale, there’s no shame in piling as many as you can into your grocery cart. However, avocados can be troublemakers. Since their window of ripeness is so small, slicing one open can feel like […]

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]]> What Are The Benefits Of Green Tea? https://www.bulletproof.com/diet-articles/superfoods/what-are-the-benefits-of-green-tea/ Tue, 15 Jun 2021 08:45:06 +0000 http://www.bulletproof.com/?p=6584 Green tea is well-known for being more than a comforting, caffeinated beverage. But what are the benefits of green tea that make it so remarkable? Should you start brewing matcha green tea in the mornings in place of coffee? And does green tea extract deliver the same benefits as hot or iced tea? Keep reading […]

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]]> The Effects of Sugar on the Brain (Trust Us, It’s Not Pretty) https://www.bulletproof.com/diet-articles/healthy-eating/too-much-sugar-bad-for-brain/ Thu, 20 May 2021 13:00:34 +0000 https://www.bulletproof.com/?p=23540 Honey. High fructose corn syrup. Sucrose. Sugar comes in many different forms, from naturally occurring sugars in fruit to refined table sugar. But regardless of its source, sugar can cause trouble when it’s consumed in large amounts—and it starts in your brain. The effects of sugar on the brain can feel small, like a persistent […]

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]]> Celery Juice for Digestion and Bloat: Why Your Gut Loves This Green Juice https://www.bulletproof.com/diet-articles/superfoods/celery-juice-for-digestion/ Tue, 18 May 2021 15:00:55 +0000 https://www.bulletproof.com/?p=27298 When it comes to home detox and laxative remedies, you may have heard celery juice as a top choice. After all, this seemingly simple veggie contains vitamins and antioxidants, along with fiber. Seems like a potential solution to some unwanted bloat and digestive issues, right? Drinking celery juice can be an effective wellness practice. It […]

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]]> How To Find Your Ideal Protein Intake https://www.bulletproof.com/diet-articles/healthy-eating/how-to-find-your-ideal-protein-intake/ Thu, 29 Apr 2021 16:41:09 +0000 https://www.bulletproof.com/?p=11671 All the praise protein receives is for good reason. Protein is one of the OG macronutrients. (Carbohydrates and fats are the other two.) It grows and repairs muscle (#gains), keeps your metabolism humming and curbs your appetite. But amongst all this talk, this thought has likely crossed your mind: “How much protein do I need?” […]

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