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Any other Keto Athletes out there?
Any other Keto Athletes out there? I am an ultra runner and have been on the Keto diet for 28 days now? There are not many of us out there . . . Background: I am 42 years old, ultra runner, and only been running 'really' for about 2 years now. Two years ago, I hit my peak 205 with high blood pressure. I was a 158 as a rock…
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Fueling on long runs or during a races . . .
What do you eat on long runs (over 3 hours) or while you are racing? I have heard that UCAN and Vespa are great, but have not tried them yet. Also, I have heard that somes carbs during a race will not kick you out of ketosis. I guess you burn them during the run . . . kind of like "net Carbs." I tried it the other day and…
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FRS Low Cal Peach Mango - Good Carbs?
I know that all carbs are not created equal, but can a drink like the FRS Low Cal Peach Mango have enough of a insulin spike to effect your ketosis? Or any food for that matter. I am understanding that even though one chooses foods that total less than 50g of carbs per day, the carbs you choose are still very important.…
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Timothy Olson (Low Carber) took another 1st place
Timothy Olson (Low Carber) took 1st place in the 2013 the Bandera USA 50k Trail Championships on January 12th, 2013. http://tejastrails.com/Bandera.html
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Low carb diets linked to hardening of the arteries???
What do you think about this article on Low carb diets linked to hardening of the arteries and impaired vessel growth? I haven't seen much information out there on the negative effects of low carbing and I just came across this . . .…
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Timothy Olson Interview–Low Carber & Western State Winner
In Episode 642 of “The Livin’ La Vida Low-Carb Show with Jimmy Moore,” Jimmy Moore interviewed an ultra runner and low-carb endurance athlete Timothy Allen Olson. Over the last few years, he has switch to a low carb diet,while in Ketosis, with amazing results. In 2012 Olson not only won Western States 100 in a time of…
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Costco Seaweed Salad - Yummy!
The other day I tried some Asian style seaweed Salad at a sushi restaurant and it was awesome, but it tasted a bit sweet – too sweet??? . . . Today, I found a tub at Costco and it has only 3g of carbs per ¼ cup. And it tastes really good. I am going to keep a tub of it at work.
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ARTICLE? Carbohydrates and Endurance
Someone sent me this article and I had to re-read a couple of times, "Carbohydrates and Endurance: Clearing up the Confusion". First, I understand that they are trying to sell a product, and Keto athletes are not their market. I am just trying to better understand my body . . . What do you think?…
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Has Anyone Used Paleo Bread for Meatloaf?
Has anyone used Paleo Bread for meatloaf or meatballs? I am also looking for a bread crumb alterative for chicken fingers. Thanks Everyone . . .
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Low Carber Wins Western States 100 Ultramarathon
Check out this interview regarding the winner Tim Olsen of the 2012 Western States 100; he is a low-carb runner. http://www.meandmydiabetes.com/2012/08/11/western-states-100-low-carber-wins-ultramarathon-steve-phinney-and-jeff-volek-study/ Audio Interview:…
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Help Understanding my Bloodwork . . .
I am a bit confused with my blood work. I have been on a low carb diet for 2 months now and the last month I have been really strict and kept my net carbs, in general, below 50g. My over cholesterol went up from 159 to 202, which I should not really be worried because it is borderline, but it still went up. It is higher…
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Does a Keto diet cure lactose intolerance?
I overheard someone say that a Keto diet ‘cured’ his lactose intolerance. “Cure?” Whatever that means or does the extra fat just provided my body with what it needs to digest dairy? So, I have been experimenting and it looks promising. I have had a lactose problem for maybe 20 years, maybe longer. Lately I have been…
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Recomended Keto Books for Endurance Athletes . . .
Here are two books I recommend for keto endurance athletes. This is a general book which gives background info to their performance book. The Art and Science of Low Carbohydrate Living: An Expert Guide to Making the Life-Saving Benefits of Carbohydrate Restriction Sustainable and Enjoyable, by Stephen D. Phinney and Jeff…
