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Welcome to Keto For Normies, a podcast hosted by Matt and Megha, the founders of KetoConnect, a ketogenic food blog and YouTube channel. Weekly we will have on guests from all walks of health, nutrition and business to give you insight into their relationship with the diet guidelines they follow and…

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    • Nov 8, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
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    #201: Are There Any Downsides To Doing A Keto Diet?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2021 37:14


    In our two hundred and first episode we talk about the potential downsides to doing a keto diet. Do you think there are any? Sponsor: Hilo Life Try their new Cheddar and Fiery Hot Puffs!

    #200: What Do You Think Is The Most Over Rated Nutrition Advice?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2021 55:26


    In our two hundredth episode Matt shares what he think is the most over rated nutrition advice and Megha weighs in with her opinion. While they don't agree on everything there is definitely some questionable nutrition advice floating around out there! What do you think?

    #199: Do You Take Extreme Ownership Of Your Actions?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2021 31:01


    In our one hundred and ninety ninth episode we talk all about 'extreme ownership' and where we derive most of our happiness. This is a great episode to reflect on your past actions and work on a happier future! Sponsor: Real Good Foods Try the new Entree Bowls today!

    #198: Bodybuilding On A Keto Diet -- Rob Goodwin

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2021 68:19


    In our one hundred and ninety eighth episode we talk to Rob Goodwin about bodybuilding on a keto diet. Are carbs necessary to build muscle? We get to the bottom of it! Sponsor: Real Good Foods Try the new entrée bowls!

    #197: The Do's And Don'ts Of Starting A New Diet

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2021 51:21


    In our one hundred and ninety seventh episode we talk about the top three do's and don'ts of starting a new diet. Whether you are starting keto, paleo or an IIFYM style diet, these rules can apply to you! Sponsor: Hilo Life Nut and Cheese Snack Mix New Flavor Alert! Oh So Jalapeno.

    #196: What Supplements Are Necessary On A Keto Diet?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2021 53:46


    In our one hundred and ninety fifth episode we talk everything supplements, from ketones to collagen powder. What supplements do you find necessary on your keto diet? Sponsor: Real Good Foods Check out their Breakfast sandwiches, Poppers, Enchiladas, Entrees and Pizza!

    #195: Should Kids Do A Keto Diet?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2021 41:50


    In our one hundred and ninety fifth episode we talk about kids doing a keto diet. This discussion was sparked by a family on tiktok that shares their keto meals and has received "hundreds of death threats." Sponsor: Real Good Foods Check out their Breakfast sandwiches, Poppers, Enchiladas, Entrees and Pizza!

    #194: Our New, Favorite Keto Snack Revealed!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2021 31:24


    In our one hundred and ninety fourth episode we talk about our top snacks and shows of the year. What have you been munching on and watching the first half of the year? Sponsor: Real Good Foods Code: KETOCONNECT for 15% Off! Check out their Grande Enchiladas in Costco now!

    #193: Can Tracking Macros Derail Your Progress?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2021 37:41


    In our one hundred and ninety third episode we talk about macro tracking and intuitive eating. Which one should you do? Do they actually work? What are the upsides and downsides to each? Sponsor: Hilo Life Minis Try all three: Super Cheesy, Really Ranch and Piece-A-Pizza!      

    #192: How To Stop Over Snacking At Night

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2021 58:19


    In our one hundred and ninety second episode we talk about how nightly snacking can be a problem and how to handle it, as well as combatting negative thoughts! Sponsor: Real Good Foods KETOCONNECT  for 15% off!

    #191: How To Stick To Keto For The Long Term -- A.D. Keto

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2021 70:32


    In our one hundred and ninety first podcast episode we talk to Aaron, aka A.D. Keto about his incredible success using the keto/carnivore diet. You can check out his Instagram and YouTube channel for more great content. Sponsor: Hilo Life Try out Hilo Life's Cheese and Nut Snack Mixes for $5!

    #190: Top 10 Essential Recipes For Starting Keto (Bonus Q&A!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2021 57:39


    In our one hundred and ninetieth episode Matt shares his list of top 10 essential recipes for starting keto that you can find on our food blog! We also do a parenting, life and keto Q&A to cap off the episode.  Sponsor: Pili Hunters Pili Nuts Code: KETOCONNECT For 15% Off! Top 10 Recipes: 1. Pizza  2. Butter Chicken 3. Mug Cake 4. Egg Roll In A Bowl 5. Chocolate Chip Cookies 6. Fudge Brownies 7. Keto Smoothies 8. Protein Waffles Or Pancakes 9. Chaffles 10. Egg Loaf  

    #189: How To Use Healing Foods On A Keto Diet -- Vivica Menegaz

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2021 61:54


    In our one hundred and eighty ninth episode we talk to Vivica Menegaz, the founder of The Nourished Caveman. She talks about ancestral eating and how food can be healing on a keto diet! Sponsor: Pili Nuts Code: KETOCONNECT for 15% off!

    #188: Keys To Long Term Success On Keto -- Brianna (@Sugarfreebrie)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 60:20


    In our one hundred and eighty eighth episode we talk to Brianna of @SugarFreeBrie about her incredible weight loss and some great tips she has to committing and staying on track! Sponsor: Hilo Life Chips Try out a variety pack of their new almond flour chips today!

    #187: Planned Vs. Unplanned Cheat Days

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2021 44:04


    In our one hundred and eighty seventh episode we talk all about cheat days. Why would you do a cheat day? Are the beneficial? Should you plan it or have it on a whim?  Sponsor: Perfect Keto 20% off + Free Shipping! 

    #186: Why A Dentist Thinks You Should Eat Lots Of Meat -- Dr. Kevin Stock

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2021 60:09


    In our one hundred and eighty sixth episode we talk to meat based dentist, Dr. Kevin Stock. He shares his experience with diet and life changes, potentially giving you a new outlook on how life should be lived. Sponsor: Perfect Keto 20% Off + Free Shipping!

    #185: Improve Energy And Health Through Breathing -- Robbie Bent

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2021 67:20


    In our one hundred and eighty fifth episode we talk to breathing expert Robbie Bent. He breaks down why breath work is so important and how to use it to improve your quality of life. Check out Robbie's website for breath work! Sponsor: Perfect Keto Check out the new Nola Bars before they launch on the site!

    #184: Practical Weight Loss With Keto - 2KrazyKetos

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2021 60:42


    In our on hundred and eighty fourth episode we talk to Joe and Rachel of 2KrazyKetos about their incredible weight loss and how it has changed their lives!  Sponsor: Perfect Keto Deal: 20% off + Free Shipping!

    #183: The Best Diet In 2021, Keto Or Carnivore? -- Dr. Ken Berry

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 72:44


    In our one hundred and eighty third we episode we talk to the highly requested, Dr Ken Berry. We talk about keto verse carnivore, what kind of meat is best to eat and everything in between. Check out his YouTube channel for more information! Sponsor: HiLo Life - NEW Tortilla Style Chips Code: 20KCONNECT for 20% off

    #182: Eating For Optimal Health -- Maria Emmerich

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2021 40:35


    In our one hundred and eighty second episode we talk to dear friend, Maria Emmerich, the founder of Maria Mind Body and Health, and author of 12 (yes, you read that correctly!) cookbooks!

    #181: Living And Cooking Keto With Type 1 Diabetes -- Max Mentzer

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2021 63:10


    In our one hundred and eighty first episode we talk to Max Mentzer, also known as Keto Chef Max, about doing keto with type 1 diabetes and learning about food along the way! Sponsor: Perfect Keto Get 20% off + Free Shipping!

    #180: How To Get Results On Keto! -- Keto In The Chaos

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2021 85:38


    In our one hundred and eightieth episode we talk to Keto In The Chaos about her incredible weight loss journey and what it's like to eat keto on budget with seven kids. This is great podcast full of tips to stay on track while enjoying the food you eat!   SPONSOR: Perfect Keto 20% off + Free Shipping!

    #179: What Changes Can We Expect From The Dietary Guidelines?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2021 53:09


    In our one hundred and seventy ninth episode we talk about the changes and news happening in todays world of nutrition. Diabetes is on the rise, but cholesterol is on the drop. Is this a good thing?

    #178: Why We Get Sick Pt. 2 -- Dr. Ben Bikman

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2021 73:36


    In our one hundred and seventy eight episode we talk to Dr. Ben Bikman about his new book, Why We Get Sick, and the effect insulin has on our bodies when burning carbs vs fats!

    #177: The Secrets Behind Three Years Of Keto Success -- Autumn Jones (@watchautumnketo)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2021 70:11


    In our one hundred and seventy seventh episode we talk to long time friend, Autumn Jones about the incredible success she has had over the past three years. You can check out her vlogs and youtube channel to learn more about her! Don't forget to catch Megha's Meal Planning livestreams on Sunday night for the entire month of January!

    #176: The Case For Keto -- Gary Taubes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2021 81:02


    In our one hundred and seventy sixth episode we talk to Gary Taubes about his new book, The Case For Keto.  

    #175: New Years 30 Under 20 Challenge!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2020 46:18


    In our one hundred and seventy fifth episode we talk about our New Years challenge, 30 under 20, that will help you get the year started off right. It's important to have a plan of attack that isn't too restrictive or intimidating so be sure to sign up for our newsletter so you can get the challenge packet before we start on January 4th. 

    #174: End Your Carb Confusion -- Dr. Eric Westman and Amy Berger

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2020 67:46


    In our one hundred and seventy fourth episode we talk to Dr. Westman and Amy Berger about their new book, End Your Carb Confusion. What causes someone to fail on the keto diet? How many carbs should you be eating? Find out the answers and more!

    #173: Keto Diet - Beyond The Basics!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2020 44:14


    In our one hundred and seventy third episode we dig a little deeper on the keto diet and talk about some major ways to improve your health beyond just keeping your carbs low.  If you're still debating what desserts to make for the upcoming holidays, we've got you covered with our Christmas Cookie Round Up!

    #172: Is It Possible To Eat Intuitively On A Diet?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2020 42:13


    In our one hundred and seventy second episode we talk about intuitive eating and what it truly means. Is it simply being in tune with physical hunger? Is it possible to eat Intuitively on a diet made of processed foods? Also, what questions determine whether you have issues surrounding food? Check out our holiday food guide for the upcoming holidays!

    #171: Are You Living For The Weekends?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2020 29:45


    In our one hundred and seventy first episode we talk about why the weekends get us off track and tips to improve on that. 

    #170: How Many Carbs Should You Eat?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 55:22


    In our one hundred and seventieth episode we talk carbs. How many should you eat? What are your goals? Are you lazy keto lifer?

    #169: Should You Trust Science On What To Eat?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2020 37:51


    In our one hundred and sixty ninth episode we discuss the most recent studies and topics to hit the nutrition scene! Also, are we coddling the American mind?

    #168: You're Probably Breathing Wrong -- James Nestor

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2020 68:08


    In our one hundred and sixty eighth episode we talk to New Yorks best selling author James Nestor about his book, Breath, and so much more! Have you ever considered how important breathing is, how it can improve your quality of life and whether or not your are doing it right? Sponsor: Perfect Keto **Offer: 15% of 2 Boxes / 20% off 3 Boxes / 30% off 4 boxes **New PB Bars are legit - Get them October 5th-9th!

    #167: You Don't Eat Enough Protein - Dr. Ted Naimen

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2020 65:45


    In our one hundred and sixty seventh episode we talk to Dr. Ted Naimen about the the protein to energy ratio. You can dig a lot deeper in his book, The PE Diet! Sponsor: Perfect Keto for 20% off Perfect Keto + Free Shipping + Free Nut Butter on orders of $80+ for the rest of 2020

    #166: What Should You Consider When Tracking Calories?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2020 51:41


    In our one hundred and sixty sixth episode we break down the the four major factors to consider when calculating your macros and tracking calories. Sponsor: HiLo Life Promo: Get $3 off Hilo Life’s Piece-A-Pizza on Amazon Prime now! No code is needed, valid until 9/26, while supplies last.  

    #165: Taxing Junk Foods And Tackling The Holiday Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2020 46:16


    In our one hundred and sixty fifth episode we break down the taxing of junk foods, eating out vs. cooking at home, and the upcoming holidays! Sponsor: Perfect Keto Code: KFN40 for 20% off Perfect Keto + Free Shipping + Free Nut Butter on orders of $80+ for the rest of 2020    

    #164: The Tried And True Top 10 Tips For Weight Loss

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2020 42:10


    In our one hundred and sixty fourth episode we break down our top 10 tips for weight loss success along with a list of 26 tips from health line. Are they really evidence based? Join The Curve for an in depth meal planner and nutrition courses!

    #163: What Does Self Improvement Look Like To You?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2020 53:59


    In our one hundred and sixty third episode we break down the true definition of 'self improvement' and what it takes to achieve it! This is a great listen for mindset, success, happiness and all around growth. Join The Curve now for help figuring out your macros and access to the meal planner!

    #162: How Stressors Improve Your Health -- Siim Land

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2020 67:51


    In our one hundred and sixty second episode we talk so Siim Land about his new book Stronger By Stress. Often, stress is looked at as a bad thing, but there are ways to implement it to enhance our lives! More content from Siim Land about fasting and autophagy on JoinTheCurve.com!

    #161: Healing Your Body On A Budget - Amanda (@ketoginja)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2020 70:17


    In our one hundred and sixty first episode, we talk to Amanda aka Keto Queen aka Ketoginja about her incredible weight loss and budget tips! Sponsor: Chomps Code: KETOCONNECT for 20% off and free shipping!

    #160: What's Really In Packaged Foods? -- Mari Ann & Steve (Marigold Bars)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2020 52:32


    In our one hundred and sixtieth episode, we talk to Mari Ann and Steve, the founders of Marigold Bars. With good ingredients and even better taste, these bars are one of our favorites to have stocked up in our fridge. Listen to find out why! Sponsor: Perfect Keto Code: KFN40 for Buy 1 Get 1 40% Off!

    #159: How I Lost Over 100lbs And Kept It Off -- Suzanne Ryan (Keto Karma)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2020 64:21


    In our one hundred and fifty ninth episode we talk to good friend, Suzanne Ryan, founder of Keto Karma and Defy Foods. We talk about how she lost over 100lbs and kept it off as well as her newest product line of low carb cheddar crackers. Sponsor: Perfect Keto Code: KFN40 for Buy 1 Get 1 40% off

    #158: What Is The Optimal Diet For A Baby? -- Serenity Kids

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2020 62:50


    In our one hundred and fifty eight episode we talk to the founders of Serenity Kids. The high fat, high protein baby food pouches are perfect for your little one, and even our 11 month old son, Theo, loves them and eats one everyday! Sponsor: HVMN Code: KETOCONNECT for 10% off  

    #157: Recommitting To Keto -- John Horton

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2020 46:44


    In our on hundred and fifty seventh episode we talk to one of The Curve's most notable members, John Horton. He has lost over 50 pounds using the keto diet and feels better than ever. Take a listen to hear how he commits himself.

    #156: What Should You Consider When Introducing Food To Your Baby?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2020 34:03


    In our one hundred and fifty sixth episode we break down the three factors we consider when feeding our 11 month old son, Theo. Does he need variety or hyper-palatable foods, and will he eat according to his own hunger cues?  

    #155: Understanding Low Carb Diets And Cholesterol — Dave Feldman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2020 68:11


    In our one hundred and fifty fifth episode we talk all about keto and cholesterol with Dave Feldman. Check out cholesterolcode.com for more info on all things HDL, LDL and Triglycerides! SPONSOR: Perfect Keto Code: KFN40 for Buy 1 Get 1 40%Off!

    #154: Why We Get Sick --Dr. Ben Bikman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2020 61:08


    In our one hundred and fifty fourth episode we talk to Dr. Ben Bikman about insulin resistance, muscle growth and his new book coming out July 21, 2020, Why We Get Sick. SPONSOR: HVMN C8 MCT Oil Powder Code: KETOCONNECT for 10% off your entire order

    #153: What Are The Best Supplements To Improve Your Sleep? -- Matthew Newbold

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2020 62:21


    In our one hundred and fifty third episode Matt sits down with friend and employee, Matthew Newbold to talk about his diet journey and a new sleep experiment they are conducting using eight different supplements. SPONSOR: Perfect Keto Code: KFN40 for Buy 1 Get 1 40%Off!

    #152: Top Keto Issues And How To Manage Them

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2020 27:57


    In our one hundred and fifty second episode we break down some of the top keto issues people face and how to manage them. Sponsor: Perfect Keto Code: KFN40 to get buy 1 get 1 40% off Join The Curve for our Whole Foods Challenge this month!

    #151: Back To Basics With KetoConnect

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2020 40:19


    In our one hundred and fifty first episode we get back to our keto roots. What actually matters? Should you restrict calories? What should you measure? What doesn't matter? Why is everything so complicated now? Join The Curve Today for support and recipes during our June Whole Foods Keto Challenge! 

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