I just finished Dr. Gabrielle Lyon’s book Forever Strong, which stresses the importance of getting enough quality protein to maintain healthy muscle and even gain muscle mass. Eating enough quality protein is especially important as we age.

A protein-forward diet can not only help with muscle, but it can balance blood sugar, increase energy, improve mental clarity, and positively affect sleep.

I enjoy lots of meat, fish, and eggs but sometimes I prefer getting my protein in the form of something that tastes like a decadent treat.

Enter this Keto Pumpkin Spice Protein Bread recipe. It mixes up quickly and smells like gingerbread while baking. It’s not overly sweet like a traditional pumpkin bread made with lots of sugar and flour, and it packs lots of protein into a delicious mini loaf.

Pros of drinking coffee on a carnivore diet.

Coffee is delicious, drinking it is a calming ritual in the morning, and it makes us feel better. That’s enough for me to include coffee in my meal plan. But here are other reasons you might consider drinking coffee even if you follow a carnivore diet.

Coffee contains zero carbs.

Coffee is carb-free, which makes it a great beverage choice for those following a carnivore diet. It won’t interfere with the diet’s primary focus on animal products.

Coffee increases mental alertness and cognitive function.

If you’re a coffee drinker you know coffee wakes you up!  Caffeine, a natural stimulant found in coffee, has been shown to enhance cognitive function, improve mood, and increase alertness. This can be especially beneficial if you’re following a diet that may initially cause changes in energy levels, like carnivore or keto.    Source.

Coffee contains antioxidants.

Coffee contains antioxidants, which are compounds that help combat oxidative stress in the body. While the carnivore diet is primarily focused on animal products, adding coffee can contribute to your overall antioxidant intake. Source.

Coffee may reduce the risk of neurological disorders.

Some studies suggest that regular coffee consumption may be associated with a reduced risk of neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.  Source.

Coffee may have potential cardiovascular benefits.

Moderate coffee consumption has been linked to a lower risk of cardiovascular diseases and mortality.  Source.

Coffee may improve liver health.

Coffee consumption has been associated with a lower risk of liver diseases, including liver cirrhosis and liver cancer.   Source.

Coffee may lower the risk of Type 2 Diabetes.

Some studies suggest that regular coffee consumption may be associated with a lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes.  Source.

While coffee offers many health benefits, it’s essential to be aware of potential side effects, especially when consumed in excess. Here are some common cons or side effects associated with drinking coffee.

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While traditional chicken nuggets are a no-go on a keto diet, these 4-ingredient crunchy chicken nuggets are perfectly keto-friendly AND are perfect for a carnivore diet!

They use canned chicken which I personally love for chicken salad and always have on hand in my pantry. You can mix them up in just minutes and air fry them to a crisp, golden brown for an indulgent lunch or dinner.

If you follow a carnivore diet you can eat the chicken nuggets on their own, or dip in my Easy

Béarnaise Sauce.

If you eat keto or follow a low-carb way of eating, serve with ranch, pico de gallo, sugar-free barbecue sauce, pesto, or blue cheese dressing.

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