Diet Tips
Turkey vs. Chicken: What’s the Difference?
When it comes to poultry, chicken and turkey are the reigning champions of dinner tables. From saucy chicken wings to a hearty Thanksgiving feast, these two birds are versatile staples in many favorite recipes and holidays. But have you ever wondered what really sets them apart?
63 High Protein, Carb-Conscious Foods to Eat on a Diet: Complete Guide
Just because you’re eating a carb-conscious, high-protein diet doesn’t mean meal prep has to feel like a rollercoaster ride filled with highs and lows. You can find plenty of Mark Sission tips that provide great meal ideas. One of the best tips for this style of eating is to plan your meals in advance. Keeping ...
Doing The Keto Diet Wrong? Dr. Gundry Explains
With its strict rules about carb consumption, the Dr. Gundry keto diet is not for the faint of heart (or lovers of bread and pasta).
Vegan Diet for Beginners: Your Complete Guide
Whether you’re vegan-curious for the first time or freshly embracing this lifestyle with open arms, our complete guide has all the resources you need to get started, maintain your diet, and thrive as a plant-based eater.
11 High Blood Sugar Symptoms, Plus Tips for Boosting Metabolic Health
If the mention of blood sugar makes you think of an elderly relative pricking their finger with a glucose monitor, it’s a common connection to make. (In 2020, 26% of adults over 65 had diabetes.) But high blood sugar isn’t just a concern for diabetics. This wellness marker is important to monitor at every age, ...
The Ultimate Keto Guide
The keto diet is a favorite with Thrive Market members, which is why we stock a wide array of keto-friendly products and work hard to source reliable tips and guidance from trusted keto experts. It’s also why we have vested so much interest in creating this keto guide, filled with the basics, guidelines, a food ...
Pros and Cons of the Most Popular Diets
Some diets are fads (like drinking gallons of celery juice) while others stand the test of time (hello, vegetarianism). Regardless of the specifics, diets continue to soar in popularity. According to the Boston Medical Center, approximately 45 million Americans go on diets every year, and one recent British survey suggests adults may try up to ...
Keto vs. Whole30®
In the world of diet trends, keto and Whole30® are often compared. While both programs encourage adopting new eating habits, there are some big differences worth noting before you dive in. If you’re considering either one, read our guide to get helpful tips—and our must-try keto and Whole30® recipes.
Prenatal Care: Top Tips and Products
The months that lead up to the arrival of a new baby can bring all sorts of questions. But what do you really need to stay well during pregnancy and into the fourth trimester? Our guide rounds up the prenatal vitamins, balms, supplements, and other essentials you’ll want to have on hand as well as ...
Keto vs. Atkins
Need to know the difference between keto and Atkins diets? You’re in the right place. These two diets both emphasize a low-carb approach to eating, but they’re not one in the same. Today’s post looks at some nuances between keto vs. Atkins which are worth noting before jumping in.
33 Foods to Avoid if You Have Celiac Disease
For most people, wheat, barley, and rye are just grains, but for someone with celiac disease, these gluten-containing ingredients can cause a lot of uncomfortable symptoms. Think you may have an issue with gluten? Read on to learn more about celiac disease, the most popular foods containing gluten, and symptoms to look out for. But ...
7 Easy Keto Dinner Ideas for Beginners
As motivated as you might be to start following a ketogenic diet, you’re probably wondering: What’s on the menu? Glad you asked! We have plenty of keto recipes on our blog (including tasty breakfast, lunch, and dessert options), but today we’re highlighting seven easy dishes that’ll have you looking forward to a delicious keto dinner.
What Is Keto Flu? Symptoms, Remedies & How to Avoid
Embracing a new way of eating is supposed to make you feel good, right? Typically, yes. But if you’ve ever experienced “keto flu” symptoms—or heard about them from others who have gone before—you might be wondering about what to expect when transitioning to a ketogenic diet. Today, we’re covering keto flu symptoms and remedies, with ...
Low Carb vs. Keto
Whenever you change up your eating routine, there’s bound to be a bit of a learning curve. Practicing paleo is a lifestyle change that involves focusing on caveman-inspired ingredients and habits (like limiting screen time at night), while Whole30® guides you to give up gluten, grains, legumes, and other ingredients for 30 days to help ...
Keto Shopping List: Groceries, Products & More
Pop quiz: What’s on your keto diet menu plan? If you can’t rattle off all the specifics yet (besides basic categories like healthy fat and lean protein), stick with us. We know you’re pumped to get started with a keto diet—so we’ve got your keto shopping list, plus seven all-star recipes that’ll put your must-have ...
Food Freedom On Whole30®? Melissa Hartwig-Urban Shares How It’s Done
A Whole30® confession: Even when it’s temporary, giving up favorite foods is hard. If you’re struggling your way through the program (and missing bean and cheese burritos), we’re here to help! According to co-founder Melissa Hartwig-Urban, the secret to a successful program is all in your mindset, and here’s her take. “The way I think ...
Video: Melissa Hartwig Urban’s Tips on Reintroducing Foods After Whole30®
After giving up dairy, grains, and alcohol (among other things) for 30 days, it’s only fair that your first post-Whole30® meal should be full of carbs, sugar, and cheese, right? Unfortunately, no. Slow and steady is the name game when your Whole30® month is up. It’s important to mindfully reintroduce foods into your diet so ...
Stevia vs. Sugar: Health Benefits & Nutrition Facts
Life is always a little bit sweeter when sugar is involved. Mary Poppins used sugar to make the medicine go down well. But would a modern Ms. Poppins use stevia? What’s the difference between sugar vs stevia? Gone are the days when white sugar is the only pick—alternative sweeteners have become increasingly accessible in recent ...
Dr. David Perlmutter Helps Detox Your Mind in “Brain Wash”
Have you given much thought to brain health? Dr. Perlmutter is the author of Brain Wash: Detox Your Mind for Clearer Thinking, Deeper Relationships, and Lasting Happiness, which offers science-backed strategies to support your brain. “Your lifestyle choices are fundamentally important to determining the destiny of your brain,” he says. If you’re struggling to get ...
Melissa Hartwig-Urban’s Tips for Eating Out on Whole30®
If you’re in the middle of a Whole30® program (or thinking about starting one), this video has the tips you need to stick with it—even while eating out. If you’re ever in doubt, just channel the confidence of Whole30® founder Melissa Hartwig-Urban: “If you were a vegetarian, you wouldn’t think twice about walking into a ...
Paleo vs. Whole30®
Wellness trends come and go, but the paleo diet and Whole30® program have real staying power. But what’s the difference between paleo and Whole30®? Both eating plans share a few overlapping food rules, or “do’s and don’ts”, like choosing unprocessed ingredients and nixing dairy and sugar, but there are some key differences, too. Whole30® is ...
Dr. Gundry Explains How to Transition Your Family to the Plant Paradox Diet
Dr. Gundry wrote The Plant Paradox Family Cookbook after seeing an increase in autoimmune diseases among his younger patients. “If you look at the amount of pesticides, herbicides, and pollutants in children today and then see how much those levels can go down after just two weeks on an organic diet—it’s really incredible” Although conventional ...
Healthy Holiday Tips by Whole30®’s Melissa Hartwig Urban
The holidays don’t have to derail your health goals—just ask Whole30® founder Melissa Hartwig Urban. Today, she’s sharing her top tips for navigating any food scenario, with a special seasonal twist. (We’re looking at you, office parties, family potlucks, and New Year’s Eve buffets.) Be sure to watch the video for even more suggestions.
The Lowdown on Lectins—Dr. Steven Gundry Explains the Plant Paradox
Today we’re getting the lowdown on lectins from Dr. Steven Gundry, a surgeon who’s penned several cookbooks including the Plant Paradox Family Cookbook, The Plant Paradox, and The Longevity Paradox.