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Happy, healthy new year! Let’s start it off right!

Would you love faster fat loss, fewer cravings, steady and soaring energy levels, improved cholesterol, healthy blood pressure, and stable blood-sugar!?!Now you can, and safe to say, there are many amazing health benefits from following an “alkalizing ketogenic diet”. Maintaining a Keto and alkalizing diet is difficult to achieve, and more of an oxymoron.  Read whether a Keto diet is right for you. A Keto diet is really hard to maintain.To get the full list of benefits, 75% of your calories have to come from healthy fats and limited protein. Yes, you read that correctly. And there’s a big misconception here:Cutting Out Carbs is Not The Same As “Going Keto”The true definition of “going keto” is having elevated levels of ketones in your blood.  Which only happens when your body doesn’t have enough carbs and protein to make glucose.So even if you cut your carbs dramatically, any excess protein you consume will be converted to glucose by your liver, and the keto “switch” never gets turned on.  But when your cells are starved of glucose, your body “flips a switch” to burn fat instead.  These fats are converted into ketones, which are used instead of glucose for energy production. Problem is ketosis is very acidic and generally speaking an unhealthy solution.  Unless of course you add MacroGreens to alkalize your system.To effectively “go keto”, you have to cut out most carbs AND reduce protein, while basically living off a steady diet of avocado and nut butter! Bye bye pizza, pasta, steak and everything else that makes this world we live in so wonderful… :(Okay, I know I’m being a bit cynical. The truth is, I don’t want to totally slam keto. For those who stick with it, the effects are awesome.But we have found that people have difficulty following any sort of restrictive diet. When that happens, their confidence levels plummet, and their health gets worse, not better.Yet every day folks are choosing to GET HEALTHY and LOSE WEIGHT by simply making a MacroMeal shake to replace one meal daily.  Check out this weight loss blog for more tips. I like replacing lunch and having a small snack + Miracle Reds later in the afternoon to help keep me from being too hungry for dinner. Then have a healthy meal comprised of two-thirds veggies and one-third about 4oz lean protein. Countless men and women made huge progress in just months following this plan. From increasing their endurance, to fitting into old clothes and learning to love themselves for the first time in ages, just look at the Testimonials... “My name is Victor ikani, and I am a bodybuilding/physique competitor. I have been using Macrolife for over 2 years. Macrolife has changed my body tremendously, and has also helped me accomplish my dietary goals during preparation for my Olympia classic physique competition. Some of the results and changes I’ve noticed upon using this product include lean muscle mass, muscle growth, and most importantly, easy to digest.”  – Victor, Los Angeles "We really like this stuff, our entire family enjoys a MacroMeal shake almost daily, the ingredients are high quality! I was just recently diagnosed with gestational diabetes with my third pregnancy and this is great for my smoothie bowl "ice cream" treat at night."  – Lindsay B "Best protein powder I’ve ever tried. Love this. Time release protein!"  – Drea We want to do something special for MacroLife customers and our loyal subscription members by kicking off the New Year with a batch ofMacroMeals fat-melting, energy-giving solutions. Enjoy a free shaker bottle with each purchase of MacroMeals for the month of January, 2021! The bottles have been moving fast! We’re already sent over 150 bottles, and there’s only a few hundred left.So please, don’t hesitate to stock up before our shelves run empty.To your health,Sylvia Ortiz Mother of Superfoods

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Keto Everything – Is it Right For You?

What’s the skinny on Keto? At MacroLife, we researched dietitian recommendations and evaluated their information to bring you the true skinny on Keto.Why Is Protein Important On Keto?We all know that fat steals the show on the keto diet.  Even though experts recommend consuming up to 80 percent of your daily calories from fat, protein is still vital!Protein is important on a keto diet—and any diet for that matter to support and maintain lean body mass and structural strength, says dietitian Randall Evans, M.S., R.D.N., L.D. “Our bodies cannot make certain essential amino acids, so we have to get them by consuming protein.” Plus, protein supports alertness and stamina, and repairs damaged muscles. It becomes especially important for performance and recovery if you’re working out on Keto.Trying to find the right protein for your needs can be challenging – especially if you have specific health and fitness goals or dietary restrictions. Now throw Keto diet into the mix and your pursuit becomes even more complex.How Much Is Too Much Protein?Too much protein can actually interfere with your body’s ability to produce ketones and get you into the fat burning zone. “For protein, target 0.6 grams per pound of lean body mass per day, which is often 60 to 90 grams, depending on body composition,” says Evans. “You don’t want to overeat protein, because it can be converted into glucose in a process called gluconeogenesis.”This means protein powders that pack 40 grams of protein might mess with your fat-burning results. Remember: On Keto, fat is your primary fuel source!Which Protein Should You Take?Your most sought after Keto protein powder should provide a moderate amount of protein, a good dose of fat, and zero sugar. Reasons You’re Not Seeing Results On Keto You’re Dehydrated Too often, we misinterpret dehydration for cravings or hunger and end up eating more than we really need. And considering the effect a Keto diet has on hydration, it’s an easy trap for high-fat eaters to fall into.You see, the Keto diet depletes glycogen, a form of sugar we store in our muscles and liver. And since every molecule of glycogen we store also stores several molecules of water, as we shed glycogen, we shed water, too, says Suzanne Dixon, R.D.As such, we end up ‘dry’ on Keto, meaning our body tissues hold less water in general. This typically makes Keto eaters usually feel thirstier.  If you’re mistaking thirst for hunger and overeating or just feel generally ‘blah’ on Keto, chances are you need more H2O. To ensure best hydration, we recommend drinking enough water to keep your urine pale yellow.  Always a good recommendation for any diet or nutritional plan you’re on ☺  You’re Eating Too Much It may be hard to believe, but it’s usually hard to overeat fat. But once your body has adjusted to a Keto diet—it is possible.  When you consider that fat packs nine calories per gram (twice as much as protein and carbs), those extra calories add up fast.It’s key that you tune into—and listen to—your body’s hunger signals when following Keto. Excess calories are still extra calories, even if they’re sugar-free. That includes yummy keto-friendly brownies and fudgy fat treats. The fact that they’re in theory Keto doesn’t mean they should be daily staples, they’re still treats.  You’re Eating The Wrong Types Of Fats Though on a healthy keto diet there’s certainly a place for high-quality butter and bacon, going overboard on certain types of fats can impact how you feel. Butter and bacon are high in certain saturated fats and some meats are often processed. Over time, over-consumption of these foods has been linked to increased risk of weight gain and disease. In fact, the World Health Organization has processed meats as ‘group one’ carcinogens, meaning scientific evidence confirms their danger to human health.  Plus, filling your plate with fats like butter and bacon means you’re likely not getting your fill of healthy, plant-based fats like avocado, nuts, and olive oil.  These types of fatty foods contain unsaturated fats. They are rich in a variety of nutrients that have been shown to support long-term health. You’re Not Working Out If you’re on a keto diet to care for your overall health and well-being, there’s no getting around working out: You’ve got to move your body!  Although you likely won’t have much energy for exercise as your body adapts to using fat for energy the first few weeks on Keto, you should be able to get back on track when you’ve adapted.Once that initial ‘Keto flu’ transition phase usually about a week passes, schedule moderate exercise—like cycling, jogging, yoga, or light weightlifting—regularly. (Just keep in mind that since Keto depletes carb stores, high-intensity interval training HIIT and heavy lifting might feel unexciting.   Never-the less staying active is central to your mental, emotional, and physical wellness, but it’ll also help ensure you see weight-loss results you’re hoping to get out of Keto.Which Protein Should You Take?Our Holy Grail Keto protein powder you may have guessed is; MacroLife MacroMeals.  WHY? Because your protein powder should provide a moderate amount of protein, a good dose of fat, and zero sugar. MacroMeals do just that, and more….. MacroMeals provide 25g of Time Released Protein that satiate you quickly, and keep you full longer MCT coconut oil a "Healthy Fat" source for long lasting energy 3 Billion Probiotics + Digestive Enzymes & Aloe Vera  Aid digestion & improves absorption Coconut Water & Trace Mineral blend helps keep you hydrated.  And our favorite They are fortified with the goodness of Macro Greens® and Miracle Reds®.  3g Nutrient Rich Fiber Blend MacroMeals come in delicious chocolate and vanilla in both "OMNI" (conscience omnivores) and Vegan versions. They are also Non-GMO, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, and OMNI rBST – Hormone FREE.There's the skinny on Keto, and a Keto-friendly MacroLife MacroMeals Ultimate Protein for sustained energy & focus!Written by Sylvia Ortiz, Founder of MacroLife Naturals and Mother of SuperFoods

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