Low-Carb Pasta Swaps That Won't Weigh You Down
Low-Carb Pasta Swaps That Won't Weigh You Down
Hey there, Keto Warriors!
Let's talk about everyone's favorite carb culprit: pasta. We all love it, but we also know it's not the best choice for our low-carb lifestyle. But fear not, because we've got some game-changing alternatives for you!
First up, spaghetti squash. It's a low-carb superstar that can satisfy your pasta cravings without the guilt. Plus, it's super easy to prepare, especially if you've got an Instant Pot.
Next, zucchini spirals – or "zoodles" as we like to call them. These bad boys pack a punch of nutrition without all the carbs or calories of traditional pasta. Keep a stash in your freezer for convenience.
And have you heard of Palmini? It's basically hearts of palm shaped into lasagna noodles, angel hair, linguine, and even a rice version. Yum!
But if you're feeling really adventurous, try our "fake lasagna" trick. It's a game-changer that'll make you forget all about traditional pasta. Trust us, it's THAT good.
Remember, it's all about making better choices every day. So, grab those zoodles, whip up some spaghetti squash, or try out that Palmini. Your taste buds and your health will thank you!
Stay tuned for more tips and tricks to level up your keto journey. Keep pushing forward, and don't forget to keep coming back for even more keto goodness. Let's do this!
Rest for our Weary Souls
May 10, 2021
Have you ever experienced a period of time where life slows down, not because you chose it, but because of circumstances out of your control? Most of us feel comfortable with a busier pace of life. In fact, it’s pretty typical for us to reply, “Busy!” when folks ask us, “How are you?” We can sometimes pretend that it stinks to be busy, but the reality is, most of us enjoy going from one thing to the next… to the next.
So, when life throws us a bit of a curveball, and we are somewhat forced into an extended Sabbath, our brains can start to play funny tricks on all of us, for sure. If you are an avid workaholic, you might hear whispers of, “Everyone is going to move on without you,” and “You must not be that great at what you do anyways, since everything seems to be running just fine without your two cents.”
If you are like me, and much of your fast pace is due to an extreme passion for MOVEMENT (exercise, running my kids from here to there, cleaning my house obsessively, etc.), then when your BODY actually has to slow down (doctor’s orders), those whispers in your head get pretty dang loud.
You are going to totally lose all of your motivation for life and health and cleanliness.
Everyone else in the entire world is moving faster and better and stronger than you right now.
See ya later, skinny jeans and yoga pants (in public).
I wish I could tell you that I am able to take every thought captive during these periods of “forced” rest, but that is just not true. I struggle with rest; it’s just not natural for me. BUT, in my most recent season of recovering from a surgery, I have so enjoyed some extra hours of sleep, a longer lingering with my Bible and coffee before work, and some extra brain space to fill that is usually taken by tomorrow’s workout and house cleaning plan.
So, can I encourage you to lean into some rest for your weary souls and bodies, friends? I am not saying this will be easy; in fact, it may not even be fun for the first few days, but trust me. It’s likely you won’t miss out on much-- and the peace and joy you will gain in return will totally be worth it.
“Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.”-- Jesus (Matthew 11:28)
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