Ancient Nutrition Keto

Keto Friendly, Paleo Friendly, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Soy Free, Grain Free, Powered by Bone Broth

Keto PROTEIN is an ideal protein solution for the ketogenic dieter, weekend warrior, busy executive, student, gamer or anyone looking to boost mind and muscle power.† Providing high-quality protein and fat from chicken bone broth and coconut MCTs plus energizing antioxidant and adaptogenic herbs—Keto PROTEIN is designed to take your performance to the next level.†

PROTEIN POWDER TO FUEL A KETO LIFESTYLE
Maybe you’ve heard of the ketogenic diet, a low-carb, high-fat and moderate-protein diet that shifts the body’s metabolism away from burning sugar to utilizing fat as the preferred fuel. When your body enters into the fat-burning zone, it creates ketones, highly efficient mind- and muscle-boosting compounds. While nearly every protein powder on the market has a ratio of high-protein to low-carb and low-fat content, Keto PROTEIN helps your body “flip the switch” to turn on your best performance at home, work and in the gym.

Ancient Nutrition Keto PROTEIN supports the Keto diet and lifestyle in four ways:

1. It features a macronutrient profile with an ideal ratio of fat-to-protein-to-carbs.
2. It has a high ratio of fat to carbs, which is the primary fuel source for keto fans.
3. It contains caffeine from organic coffee fruit.
4. It features organic adaptogens for energy and performance while supporting a healthy response to stress.

WHAT IS KETOSIS?
When the body has the ability to burn fat as fuel, the liver naturally creates fats called ketones. Ketones can burn fat more efficiently than carbs can. Long story short, eating fewer carbs, more healthy fats, and moderate protein fuels the body to achieve ketosis.

Keto PROTEIN features quality protein fueled by bone broth.

Keto PROTEIN features fats from organic chicken bone broth oil and medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) from coconut.

WHAT IS BONE BROTH OIL?
In traditional bone broth, the golden fat that rises to the top of the smoldering pot is abundant in bone broth oil.

Organic bone broth oil is non-rendered, virgin quality organic bone broth oil—not schmaltz, which is the rendered chicken fat powering traditional Jewish cuisine. The rendering process is a food processing technique which dries the material and separates fat from the bone and protein, which yields a concentrated fatty substance.

However, organic bone broth oil comes from a traditional bone broth process. When ready, the bones are strained out, while the remaining golden liquid is transferred and the oil gently separated.

Keto PROTEIN also features MCTs from coconut. While there are four primary MCTs contained in coconut, Keto PROTEIN focuses on caprylic acid, also known as C8. Additionally, Keto PROTEIN features specially selected herbs and spices, collagen peptides and Organic Coffee Cherry Extract.

Among the herbs and spices in Keto PROTEIN are organic ashwagandha, ginger, black pepper, and long pepper. Ashwagandha, for example, is an adaptogen that has a long history of use. Likewise, the combination of ginger, black pepper, long pepper has been consumed for thousands of years in traditional Ayurveda.

Collagen is also essential, and KetoPROTEIN offers collagen peptides. Additionally, Keto PROTEIN has Organic Coffee Cherry Extract.

All in all . . .Keto PROTEIN is an ideal protein solution for the ketogenic dieter, weekend warrior, busy executive, student, gamer or anyone looking to boost mind and muscle power.

Providing high-quality proteins and fats from chicken bone broth and coconut MCT's caprylic acid plus energizing antioxidant and adaptogenic herbs, Keto PROTEIN is designed to take your performance to the next level!

Supports mental clarity
Supports a healthy response to stress
Help reduce stress-related carb cravings
Boosts energy and reduces fatigue
Boosts muscle size and strength 
Promotes healthy energy, fitness, and sexual function 
Supports healthy metabolism and a healthy weight ​

MCT oil is a supplement often added to smoothies, bulletproof coffee and salad dressings.

As the name suggests, medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) oil contains medium-length chains of fats called triglycerides. Due to their shorter length, MCTs are easily digested and many health benefits are linked to the way your body processes these fats. MCT oil is most commonly extracted from coconut oil, as more than 50% of the fat in coconut oil comes from MCTs. These fats are also found in many other foods, such as palm oil and dairy products (1).

Four different types of MCTs exist, of which caprylic and capric acid are most commonly used for MCT oil. In some cases, these specific types have unique benefits.

Here are 7 science-backed benefits you can get from adding MCT oil to your diet.

1. Promotes Weight Loss in Several Important Ways

There are several reasons why MCT oil may be beneficial when you’re trying to lose weight.

MCT oil has been shown to increase the release of two hormones that promote the feeling of fullness in the body: peptide YY and leptin (2).

It may even be better than coconut oil in keeping you full. One study found that people taking two tablespoons of MCT oil as part of their breakfast ended up eating less food for lunch compared to those taking coconut oil (3).

The same study also discovered a lower rise in triglycerides and glucose with MCT oil, which may also influence the feeling of fullness.

Additionally, taking MCT oil has been shown to significantly reduce body weight and waist circumference. Researchers even report that it could help prevent obesity (4, 5, 6).

MCT oil has about 10% fewer calories than long-chain triglycerides (LCTs), which are found in foods such as olive oil, nuts and avocados (7, 8).

Your body also processes MCTs differently, which may help you burn calories (4, 9, 10).

Your body can use MCT oil as an instant source of energy, making it unnecessary to store fat for this purpose. Nevertheless, it’s important to note that your body may adapt to this dietary change, leading to only temporary results (6, 10).

MCTs can be converted into ketones, which are produced from the breakdown of fat when carb intake is low. If you’re following a ketogenic diet, which is very low in carbs yet high in fat, then taking MCT oil can help you stay in the fat-burning state known as ketosis.

Lastly, your gut environment is very important when it comes to your weight. MCT oil can help optimize the growth of good bacteria and support the gut lining, which could also help you lose weight (11).

SUMMARY
MCT oil may support weight loss by increasing fullness, fat loss, energy burning, ketone production and by improving your gut environment.


2. Instant Source of Energy That Can Also Be Used to Fuel Your Brain

MCT oil has been dubbed a super fuel since your body absorbs MCTs more rapidly than long-chain triglycerides (LCTs), which contain more carbons in their fatty acid chains (7).

Due to their shorter chain length, MCTs travel straight from the gut to the liver and do not require bile to break down like longer-chain fats do (12).

In the liver, the fats are broken down to be either used as fuel or stored as body fat.

Since MCTs easily enter your cells without being broken down, they can be used as an immediate source of energy (13).

When you’re on a ketogenic diet, MCTs can also be converted into ketones in the liver.

These ketones can pass through your blood-brain barrier, making them a convenient source of energy for your brain cells.

SUMMARY
MCT oil is easily absorbed and transported throughout the body. It can be used as an instant source of energy or can be converted into ketones to fuel your brain.

3. May Reduce Lactate Buildup in Athletes and Help Use Fat for Energy

MCT oil has gained popularity amongst athletes. During exercise, rising lactate levels can negatively impact exercise performance.

Interestingly, MCTs may help reduce lactate buildup. One study found that athletes who took 6 grams or about 1.5 teaspoons of MCTs with food before cycling had lower lactate levels and found it easier to exercise, compared to those taking LCTs (14).

Furthermore, the study found that taking the MCT oil before exercise may help you use more fat instead of carbs for energy.

Even though MCTs can increase fat burning during exercise, study results are mixed as to whether MCT oil can help you exercise better (15).

One study showed it could improve swimming capacity in mice, but another human-based study found no improvement in endurance performance in runners (16, 17).

At the very least, the results of one animal study suggest that MCT oil does not negatively affect exercise performance, which is encouraging (18).

SUMMARY
MCT oil can increase fat burning and reduce the need for carbs during exercise. However, it is unclear whether this translates to improved exercise performance.

4. Could Help Manage Epilepsy, Alzheimer’s Disease and Autism

Studies have shown that MCT oil and a ketogenic diet may help manage conditions such as epilepsy, Alzheimer’s disease, and autism (19).

Epilepsy

While the ketogenic diet has gained popularity amongst people wishing to lose weight, it was first introduced as a way of managing epilepsy.

Scientists found that fasting increases ketone production and that this may reduce the frequency of epileptic seizures (20).

Since MTCs can be converted into ketones, they may be beneficial in managing epilepsy.

However, the type of MCT may be important. One test-tube study showed that the MCT capric acid improved seizure control better than a widespread anti-epileptic drug (21).

Another study in rats found that the same MCT blocked receptors in the brain that cause seizures, though more human studies are needed (22).

In addition, it’s important to note that a ketogenic diet is not for everyone and can be challenging to follow long term (23).

If you are considering a ketogenic diet to help manage your epilepsy, talk to your doctor or nutrition professional first.

Alzheimer’s Disease

Alzheimer’s disease impairs your brain's ability to use sugar (24).

An MCT ketogenic diet offers an alternative energy source: ketones. This allows brain cells to survive better. It also blocks a receptor in the brain that causes memory loss (19).

One study found that a single dose of MCTs improved short-term cognition in 20 people with Alzheimer’s disease with a certain gene type, namely APOE ɛ4-negative (25).

While genetic factors play a role, evidence suggests that 20–70 grams of supplemental MCTs that include caprylic or capric acid can modestly improve the symptoms of mild-to-moderate Alzheimer’s (24).

Overall, the benefits of MCT oil in Alzheimer’s disease are promising, but longer and larger scale studies are needed (25).

Autism

MCT oil may also help children with autism (26).

One study found positive overall improvements when a ketogenic diet was followed for 6 months (27).

Another study found that adding MCTs to a ketogenic and gluten-free diet substantially improved autism behaviors for 6 of the 15 children involved (26).

Because autism is a spectrum condition, it can affect people in different ways.

This means that adding MCT oil to your child’s diet may help to varying degrees or may show no positive effects. More research is needed here, as well (28).

If you are considering a ketogenic diet to help manage your child’s autism, talk to your doctor or nutrition professional first.

SUMMARY
MCT oil may improve brain function, which could have benefits for people with epilepsy, Alzheimer’s disease and autism.

5. Contains Powerful Fatty Acids That Fight Yeast and Bacterial Growth

MCTs have been shown to have antimicrobial and antifungal effects (29, 30, 31).

Coconut oil, which contains a large amount of MCTs, has been shown to reduce the growth of Candida albicans by 25%. This is a common yeast that can cause thrush and various skin infections (32).

A test-tube study also showed that coconut oil reduced the growth of a disease-causing bacteria called Clostridium difficile (30).

Coconut oil’s ability to reduce yeast and bacterial growth may be due to the caprylic, capric and lauric acid in MCTs (30).

MCTs themselves have also been shown to suppress the growth of a widespread infectious fungus in hospitals by up to 50% (33).

However, note that most of the research on MCTs and immune support has been conducted via test-tube or animal studies. High-quality human studies are needed before stronger conclusions can be made.

SUMMARY
MCT oil contains fatty acids that have been shown to reduce the growth of yeast and bacteria. Overall, MCTs may have a variety of antimicrobial and antifungal effects.

6. May Reduce Risk Factors for Heart Disease, Such as Weight and Cholesterol

Heart disease is a growing problem.

Some factors that increase your risk include high cholesterol, blood pressure, inflammation, being overweight and smoking.

MCT oil has been shown to support weight and fat loss. This may, in turn, help reduce your risk of heart disease (1).

A study of 24 overweight men found that taking MCT oil combined with phytosterols and flaxseed oil for 29 days reduced total cholesterol by 12.5%. However, when olive oil was used instead, the reduction was only 4.7% (34).

The same study also found better reductions in LDL or “bad” cholesterol when the MCT oil mixture was added to their diet (34).

Moreover, MCT oil can also increase the production of heart-protective HDL or “good” cholesterol (35).

It can even significantly reduce C-reactive protein (CRP), an inflammatory marker that increases the risk of heart disease (36).

Additional studies found that MCT-oil-based mixtures can have a positive effect on other heart disease risk factors, as well (37, 38).

SUMMARY
MCT oil may reduce heart disease risk factors such as weight, cholesterol and inflammation. Adding it to your diet could help lower your risk of heart disease.

7. May Help Control Blood Sugar Levels and Support Diabetes Management

MCT oil may also have benefits for those with diabetes (39).

Most people with type 2 diabetes are overweight or obese, which makes diabetes harder to manage. However, MCTs have been shown to reduce fat storage and increase fat burning (40).

One small Chinese study of 40 people with diabetes found that those who consumed MCT oil daily had significant reductions in body weight, waist circumference and insulin resistance, compared to those taking corn oil containing LCTs (39).

Another study found that when 10 people with diabetes were injected with insulin, they needed 30% less sugar to maintain normal blood sugar levels when they consumed MCTs, compared to LCTs (41).

However, the same study did not find any effect of MCTs on reducing fasting blood sugar levels (41).

Therefore, other factors such as timing and the amount of food eaten may influence the effects of MCT oil.

SUMMARY
MCT oil may help manage diabetes by reducing fat storage and increasing fat burning. It may also help you control your blood sugar.

Potential Drawbacks of MCT Oil

Although MCTs are considered safe, they may have some disadvantages (42).

May Stimulate the Release of Hunger Hormones

While MCTs can increase the release of hormones that help you feel fuller longer, they may also stimulate the release of hunger hormones in some people (2, 43, 44).

A study on people with anorexia found that MCTs increased the release of two hormones that stimulate appetite: ghrelin and neuropeptide Y (45).

People who took more than 6 grams of MCTs per day produced more of these hormones than those who had less than 1 gram per day.

However, it is unclear whether the increase in these hormones actually causes you to eat more.

High Doses Could Lead to Fat Buildup in the Liver

High doses of MCT oil may increase the amount of fat in your liver in the long term.

One 12-week study in mice found that a diet in which 50% of the fats were MCTs increased liver fat. Interestingly, the same study also found that MCTs reduced total body fat and improved insulin resistance (46).

However, keep in mind that high doses of MCT oil, such as those in the study above, are not recommended. Overall, more research is needed on the long-term effects of MCT oil.

MCTs are high in calories and usually only make up about 5–10% of your total calorie intake. If you are trying to maintain or lose weight, you should consume MCT oil as part of your total amount of fat intake and not as an additional amount of fat.

SUMMARY
MCT oil increases the release of hunger hormones, which could lead to increased food intake. In the long term, it may also increase the amount of fat in your liver.
The Bottom Line Taking MCT oil could have many benefits and very few risks.
For starters, it contains fatty acids that can promote weight loss by reducing body fat, increasing fullness and potentially improving your gut environment.
MCTs are also a great source of energy and may fight bacterial growth, help protect your heart and aid in managing diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease, epilepsy and autism.
Potential drawbacks may include increased hunger and possible fat accumulation in your liver. However, as long as you keep to 1–2 tablespoons per day and use it to replace — not add — to your normal fat intake, any negative side effects are unlikely.
At the end of the day, MCT oil is a convenient way to take advantage of all the health benefits MCTs have to offer.

Written by Sharon O' Brien, MS, PGDip on May 14, 2018
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/mct-oil-benefits

Everything You Need to Stick with Your "New You Plan" at Everything Natural

​What Happens When You “Eat” Collagen?

​Collagen peptides are short chain amino acids naturally derived from pasture-raised, grass-fed collagen protein. Collagen peptides contain the same amino acids as gelatin which is identical to the protein found in skin, nails, hair, bones, cartilage, and joints.

To understand the difference between collagen versus collagen peptides, it is essential to understand that collagen peptides and gelatin are made by breaking down the full-length collagen molecules. Collagen peptides have of the same amino acids as collagen, but they have different properties. Collagen peptides are more bioavailable which means they are better absorbed into the bloodstream because they are much shorter chains of amino acids than collagen and gelatin. Their chains are more concise, and collagen peptides are more readily broken down in the body into a form that can enter the bloodstream upon digestion.  

After absorption, collagen peptides travel throughout the body, repairing, rebuilding and providing energy. Collagen peptides are shuttled to the different tissues where cells will build the peptides into full-length collagen helices to improve our skin, bones, and joints, or the cells can use the amino acids directly for energy.

7 Health Benefits of Collagen
#1: Brain and Alzheimer's Protection.
#2: Prevent and Help Treat Heart Disease.
#3: Heal Leaky Gut Syndrome.
#4: Ease Joint and Knee Pain.
#5: Less Back Pain.
#6: Improve Skin Elasticity. 
#7: Prevent Brittle & Broken Nails.

Posted Dec, 14th 2018 by 
BestMedicine by Renown Health​

Already planning your resolutions? If you’re like most people, you’ll make them — only to break them within a few months. Here’s insight from Renown’s registered dietitians about setting and keeping your New Year’s resolutions in 2019. 

No surprise here, but 2018’s most common resolutions: eating healthier and getting more exercise. Will those ringing in 2019 make the same goals? If trends are any indication, the answer is a resounding “yes.” So how do those who resolve to commit to their own health improve their future success?

Renown Dietitians Stephen Compston, RD, LD, CDE, and Caitlin Bus, RD, LD, CDE, gave us some practical guidelines for ringing in the new year with realistic resolutions. 

What are some tips to stay on track as the year progresses?
“It’s important to make your resolution ‘SMART,’ which stands for specific, measurable, achievable, realistic and timely,” Compston says. “For example, instead of saying ‘I want to exercise more’ make it more specific and measurable. Change it to ‘I will go to the gym and exercise at least 30 minutes each day, 3 times per week.'”

Bus reminds us to not overwhelm ourselves when setting those goals.

“It’s easy to get overly ambitious and come up with a list of resolutions with no plan for reaching your desired outcomes,” Bus says. “And a resolution without a plan or specificity equates to nothing more than a wish. You don’t have to overhaul your life and set five goals at once. Focus on one or two objectives at a time — you can always set additional goals as the year progresses. Narrowing your focus and setting an attainable resolution or two is simple.”

What can we do to make sure our goal is attainable but still pushes us?
“Break up your resolution into smaller goals that don’t require months of vigilance before getting a pat on the back or seeing results,” Bus says. “Creating a timeline with individual action steps you can check off periodically will help you feel more successful.”

Compston recommends assessing where you are today in your health goals — and setting a realistic goal based on that.

“If you aren’t exercising at all right now, don’t aim to do five days a week — try two days to start,” he says. “Then, as you hit your goals, you can increase them. The same goes for healthy eating. It takes time and commitment to eat healthy. Start by limiting the number of times you eat out each week then work up to meal planning and preparation.”

What are some easy tips for people looking to jump start their New Year’s resolutions to get healthy and lose weight?
“To start, eat whole foods as much as possible, because the more processed a food is, the less healthy it is for you,” Compston says. “Another simple tip: Move more. The more you move, the more calories you’ll burn each day. You don’t have to jump into high intensity boot camp workouts, just get yourself walking and moving.”

Bus suggests involving others in your goal-setting, which can be helpful by creating more accountability.

“Some individuals find that publicizing personal goals on social media provides needed motivation,” Bus says. “But you don’t have to make a Facebook or Twitter announcement to create that momentum. Simply sharing your goals with a friend or family member can increase your likelihood of success. And it creates more than accountability — you’ll also get support and encouragement from those you care about most to help propel you forward. Making your objectives known may even motivate others around you to set their own goals or stick with the ones they’ve made.”

RELATED:  Exercise is Medicine: Keep Active with a Low-Heart-Rate Walk or Jog
What is the biggest mistake people make when setting their weight loss goals?
“The ‘all or nothing’ attitude is a big threat,” Compston says. “People end up ‘cheating’ on their diet and decide to blow the rest of the day instead of getting back on track. It’s OK to slip up, just don’t let it be an excuse to stop your efforts altogether. Keep pushing yourself and as you achieve one resolution or goal, set a new one to keep pushing yourself.”

And while it’s easy to dwell on your shortcomings, Bus recommends steering clear of negative thinking. 

“As you work toward your goals, focus on the positives instead,” she says. “Keep a list of your accomplishments. No one’s perfect, and it’s unrealistic to assume you’re going to set goals and execute them perfectly. Give yourself some space to be human. Celebrate your successes along the way — no matter how small.”

Change can be hard and stressful. Don’t punish yourself or give up altogether because you have a bad day or two. Get right back on that proverbial horse and keep going. Remember: Three steps forward and one step back is still two steps forward.

With the New Year upon us, it seems a lot of people are wondering where and when those extra pounds arrived. Reaching for that chocolate bar or high-calorie low nutrient dense food can have a massive negative impact on your health. A healthy lifestyle can be simple, clean eating, proper water intake and staying active is a great place to start.

​Taking a proactive approach to your health has long-term benefits for sure, but did you know that the benefits can start immediately? Eating a balanced whole food diet with regular exercise can at once get you started down the road to a healthier you. Those three simple activities alone can add years to your life. Did you also know that continued healthy living can also reduce the risk of certain diseases including cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, and obesity?

In the short-term, however, a healthy lifestyle can help you immediately look and feel your best, but that's not all. Small, simple changes can give you more energy and help you maintain a fresh healthy and happy outlook. Making changes slowly and sticking to a daily routine is critical to stick to any new regiment. Adhering to healthy active living is the key to reducing the risk of these diseases.


So how do we go about making the change to a healthier you? Start by eating one healthy meal a day then increase as desired. Get your 5-a-day fruits and vegetables. Juicing is a great way to incorporate this, and they taste great. Don't deny yourself but try having treats only occasionally it is why they are called "treats."


Last but not least start enriching your life with more activity. Exercising can be a walk you wouldn't have otherwise taken, joining a gym, dancing, yoga, or running around with the kids or grandkids. What is important isn't what you do the crucial part is remembering to get up and move. Improving your lifestyle with small steps in the right direction will have a significant lasting impact on your happiness, well-being, and comfort for years to come.

​Here at Everything Natural, we are excited about bringing our customers the best and highest quality supplements along with healthy organic food alternatives for all your holiday festivities, not to mention the redesigned gift department full of holiday gift giving ideas.

But we do know that the holiday season can be stressful and want to offer some helpful advice to make this season the best it can transpire. Bio-chemist and now the owner of  Everything Natural Neil Pursad has the following suggestions: