When it comes to the battle of lard vs. coconut oil, which is the ultimate winner? You might be surprised by the answer, and in my opinion, it's...lard! Lard has a lower saturated fat content, making it a better option than coconut oil. However, that doesn’t mean coconut oil cannot bring health benefits. For example, its high medium-chain triglyceride content (MCTs) increases the production of ketones, which promotes [...]
Buffalo Chicken Tenders (+3 Cooking Options!)
Take your tenders to a whole new level with these spicy and juicy Buffalo Chicken Tenders, with options for baking, air-frying, and deep frying for a perfect crunch! One of the most common fast foods in all of the U-S-A is chicken, whether it’s chicken wings, fried chicken, or chicken sandwiches. Chicken is a beloved food for many. Making it at home can be a struggle, especially when you want a crisp outer crust and tender [...]
Palm Kernel Oil Vs. Coconut Oil: Which Is Better?
Palm kernel oil and coconut oil are among the most popular cooking oils. You might have heard a bit of controversy regarding both choices due to their saturated fat content and the possible impacts to heart health. Fact is, palm kernel oil and coconut oil have many great nutritional benefits and can be great cooking oils. Still, like any other oil, you want to take care in how much you consume to avoid long-term health [...]
Pumpkin Coffee Cake (Paleo & Keto)
This pumpkin coffee cake recipe is grain-free with sugar-free options. The base of this recipe is made with coconut flour and pumpkin puree and topped with a cinnamon crumble topping and homemade glaze. Coffee cake is one of my favorite breakfast treats. I love the cinnamon swirls, icing, and how this cake pairs perfectly with a cup of coffee. My coconut flour coffee cake is usually my go-to recipe, but I decided to add [...]
A Recipe for The Tropics: Coconut Lime Pomegranate Mojito
As I write this, the days are getting longer but they’re taking their own sweet time about it! So, much like when my grandparents used to tell us kids “it’s important to learn how to make your own fun,” we’ve decided to make our own little trip to the tropics with this coconut lime pomegranate mojito. Because, sometimes when the snow is piling up against the window, you just have to make your own warm weather getaway. [...]
Is Coconut Flour Alkaline?
If you're learning more about the alkaline diet, chances are good that you want to know whether all kinds of foods are alkaline, particularly alternatives to acidic foods like all-purpose flour (which usually has a pH of between 6 and 6.8). And, of course, coconut flour is one of those natural alternatives that often pops up. Let's dive in. So, is coconut flour alkaline? Yes, coconut flour is usually slightly [...]
