Us runners love our carbs. Pasta parties, carbohydrate loading, and aid stations stocked with fruit, cakes, and coke illustrate the importance of carbohydrates for running performance. But are carbohydrates the preferred fuel for your athletic pursuits, or is fat a better alternative? Should you give up on sugary gels and sports drinks and opt for …
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If you like potatoes and seafood, you will love this dish. Root vegetables and seafood combine into a perfect meal of healthy carbs, fats, and protein. Combining herbs de Provence with ground turmeric seems a bit odd at first, but trust me, this combination of flavors is one you don’t want to miss 😉. Coconut …
These chocolate squares are one of my favorites. With a bit more protein than your typical chocolate bars, they are great for long runs, where it can be tricky to consume adequate protein. I found they taste better a day or two after making. Just after hardening, they might be a bit gooey – like …
For this chocolate ice cream, you only need five ingredients and 10 minutes of spare time. I don’t have an ice cream maker, so I mixed some basic keto ingredients and put the mixture in the freezer. The result is a chocolate ice cream that is creamy and sweet and an excellent basis for further …
If you are looking for a ridiculously easy-to-make keto bread with a hint of sweetness – look no further. This is my variation of the egg loaf recipe I found on the carb manager app’s website. The basic recipe calls for eggs, cream cheese, butter, and cinnamon. I added a pinch of salt, coconut flour, …
Once you start going beyond the 10k distance, you need to think about nutrition during your run. Whether you are attempting a half-marathon, the marathon, or an ultra-marathon, you will be better off with some fuel along the way. And while you certainly can finish a half marathon and a marathon without any additional calories …
These coconut macaroons are my favorite cookies. You need only four ingredients to make these irresistible treats. Like the coconut-lemon-cake, I love macaroons as a welcome treat on a long run or hike. Crunchy on the outside and chewy on the inside, they make the perfect travel food. Sharing with friends and family is easy, …
Do you fancy a light cake that tastes like summer? Then try this easy coconut-lemon-cake. It requires zero prep time and is deliciously juicy. You can be creative and add flavors and extras to your liking. For example, you could swap cocoa powder for lemon juice. You might want to add chocolate flakes, dried berries, …
Are you looking for a crispbread to help you shovel that guacamole or oven-baked brie into your mouth? Look no further. I found this crispbread recipe on the German blog “Ketogen Leben.” I tried other seed crispbreads before, but this one became a staple in my diet. This crispbread is easy to make, tastes great, …
