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Ultra Low Carb Puppy Chow

June 13, 2013 By Alex Navarro 34 Comments

You honestly can't go wrong with butter and chocolate. Then add in some PB and a crunchy element and you've got yourself a sweet treat with texture that is sure to satisfy any cravings you have during your ultra low-carb days while on The Carb Nite Solution or Carb Back-Loading. … [Read more...]

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Ultra Low Carb Almond Flour Pancakes

June 11, 2013 By Alex Navarro 49 Comments

There's nothing quite like "real" pancakes, but I'm confident my ultra-low carb version won't disappoint. They're fluffy, slightly sweet and only have 6.4 grams of usable carbs per serving! So whether you're on The Carb Nite Solution or Carb Back-Loading, these pancakes are acceptable to eat on … [Read more...]

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Ultra Low Carb Breakfast Sandwiches

June 3, 2013 By Alex Navarro 7 Comments

After taking the first few bites of my Cheesy Jalapeno Biscuits, my mind (and stomach) immediately thought of a delicious idea—sandwiches! What could be better than cutting open an already yummy snack and turning it into a satisfying meal? … [Read more...]

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Ultra Low Carb Cheesy Jalapeno Biscuits

May 27, 2013 By Alex Navarro 39 Comments

There's nothing quite like a warm, buttery biscuit to have alongside your favorite meal—especially when it's an ultra-low carb day! Biscuits are traditionally one of those carb-loaded dinner companions that many of us dream about having, but know we can't because it's an ULC day. … [Read more...]

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From Bookworm to Bikini: The Grand Finale

May 24, 2013 By Caroline Gick 8 Comments

By Caroline Gick Since we’ve been away, Caroline Gick has competed in her figure contest, capping off her three month preparation process. To let you know how it turned out, here are her last two posts, presented in two parts: Peak Week I’ve entered “Peak Week”—the final days leading up to my … [Read more...]

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Backup Energy: Why Glucagon is Important

May 22, 2013 By DH Kiefer 10 Comments

More material from my original research notes: Your body needs to maintain a supply of fuel, and glucagon is a crucial part of this system. Considering the ample access people have to quality food, at least in America with all of our supermarkets and restaurants, glucagon is seldom seen in high … [Read more...]

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Myostatin: The Muscle Killer

April 28, 2013 By DH Kiefer 16 Comments

More from my original research notes about the hormones that influence your fat loss and muscle gain: Myostatin is easily one of the most exciting discoveries of the past two decades. Its name literally means “muscle-stopping chemical,” and this couldn’t be closer to the truth. Researchers found … [Read more...]

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Ultra Low Carb Crustless Burger Pizza

April 26, 2013 By Alex Navarro 34 Comments

If you're a lover of pizza and can't wait until Carb Nite, wait no more! This "crustless" pizza is sure to satisfy those pizza cravings and get you through those Ultra-low Carb days. The key to making this pizza more than just meat and cheese is creating a super thin crust using grass-fed beef and … [Read more...]

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From Bookworm to Bikini: Week Ten

April 22, 2013 By Caroline Gick 8 Comments

By Caroline Gick What’s your favorite body part? My shoulders are definitely mine. I like them now, and I like them even better compared to what they used to be. Every time I see my shoulders in the mirror, I have a clear reminder of what hard, focused work can do for me. This makes me proud of … [Read more...]

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Ultra Low Carb Chicken Parmesan

April 10, 2013 By Alex Navarro 3 Comments

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