A 6-day intermittent fasting prep (10 AM–4 PM eating window) with morning lemon water or herbal tea, light meals like salads, veggies, sardines, and broths. Includes optional snacks, hydration, stretching routines, and a gut-cleansing liquid-only Day 7 with Epsom salt. Emphasizes gentle activity, rest, and sleep hygiene for a smooth transition into water fasting.

Frozen and industrial foods may save time but harm your health—packed with refined carbs, additives, GMO ingredients, and lacking nutrients. From veggie burgers to microwave dinners, these ultra-processed meals disrupt hormones, gut health, and metabolism. The better path? Join Chef Janine—Southern California’s only classically trained master keto chef—for gourmet, clean, ready-to-eat keto meals at Comfort Keto.

The endocrine system is a network of glands that release hormones into the bloodstream to regulate growth, metabolism, stress, mood, and reproduction. It works more slowly than the nervous system but has longer-lasting effects. Key glands include the pituitary, thyroid, adrenal glands, and pancreas. A healthy lifestyle—including good nutrition, sleep, and stress management—supports hormone balance and overall well-being. Hormonal regulation is whole-body effort, not limited t

😴 Over 50 million Americans suffer from sleep deprivation — maybe you’re one of them. 🌍 Nearly 45% of the world struggles with sleep, risking brain health, mood, and resilience. 🧠💥 Dr. Matthew Walker warns it’s so serious, even the Guinness Book banned sleep deprivation records. 🛌 Sleep boosts memory, detoxes the brain, and helps manage stress, anxiety, and mood. 🌙✨ Skip the scroll — your mind depends on it. 💖 #SnoozeToBoost

The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland crucial for hormone production affecting metabolism, heart rate, and more. Signs of thyroid issues include weight changes, irregular heartbeat, and temperature sensitivity. You can live without a thyroid with hormone therapy. Key hormones include T3, T4, RT3, and calcitonin. Iodine is essential but must be balanced. Thyroid disease affects 20M+ Americans—main types include hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. Women are especially at risk

Breaking a 10–15 day water fast requires a structured refeeding protocol to avoid serious risks like Refeeding Syndrome, digestive distress, blood sugar spikes, and cardiac stress. After prolonged fasting, the body is in a fragile state. Gradually reintroducing food helps the gut, pancreas, and electrolyte balance recover safely. A rushed return to normal eating can undo benefits and trigger life-threatening complications.

Somatic shaking is a gentle practice that helps release tension, reduce stress, and support trauma recovery by mimicking the body’s natural way of discharging stress. It involves rhythmic, intuitive shaking movements and can improve relaxation, focus, and emotional balance. Practice in a safe space for 5–15 minutes, then cool down slowly. Always listen to your body and go at your own pace.

Food allergies involve the immune system; intolerances involve digestion. To manage allergies: avoid triggers (like dairy, wheat, nuts, shellfish), cut inflammatory foods (sugar, gluten, additives), eat immune-supporting, non-allergenic foods (greens, probiotics, seeds), try an elimination diet to identify culprits, and support digestion with enzymes and probiotics. Comfort Keto meals align with these principles.

Food allergies and intolerances are different—one involves the immune system, the other the digestive system. Allergies trigger histamine and can be life-threatening, while intolerances cause discomfort like bloating or cramps. Symptoms often overlap, making diagnosis tricky. At Comfort Keto, we use clean, allergen-conscious ingredients. Just let us know your needs—we’ve got your back! ✅

Did your grandparents have food allergies? Probably not—because food was once fresh, local, and chemical-free. Since the 1950s, food allergies have surged due to processed foods, GMOs, growth hormones like rBGH, and additives. Today, food allergies affect millions, especially children, with emergency visits rising. Industrial food practices, not present in past generations, play a major role. Comfort Keto meals are allergy-aware and customizable for your needs.

Ginger, widely used in cooking and healing, is a rhizome—not a true root! Native to Southeast Asia, this zesty spice enhances both food and health. It fights inflammation, nausea, and colds, and can even be brewed into powerful homemade teas. Chef Janine regularly uses ginger in both fresh and pickled form in her ketogenic Asian meals for its vibrant flavor and medicinal properties.

🍎 Fruits have secrets—on their stickers! Those little PLU labels aren’t just for price—they reveal how your produce was grown. 🔢 4-digit = conventional (pesticides used) 🍃 5-digit starting with 9 = organic 🌽 5-digit starting with 8 = GMO They’re FDA-approved but not meant to be eaten! 📌 Peel with purpose, wash well, and shop smart. 🛒🍌 #KnowYourProduce #PLUDecoded

If you haven’t watched these food documentaries yet, consider this your invite 🎟️. These films are a great start. They’re eye-opening—a journey that can transform how you see food and the world. 🍽️ As a chef, I was shocked to learn how the food environment favors cheap, processed foods over real, nourishing options. Many makers prioritize profits, not health. ⚠️ Note: We don’t endorse the vegan agendas some promote—our focus is on healing, nutrient-rich foods that honor an

Omega-3 and omega-6 are essential fatty acids your body can't make, so you must get them from food. Omega-6 (LA) aids clotting and immunity, while omega-3 (ALA) supports brain and heart health—but converts poorly to EPA/DHA, which are mainly in fish. Too much omega-6, especially from seed oils, can fuel chronic inflammation. Balance is key—aim for more omega-3s, fewer processed oils, and know that even carnivore diets can meet essential fat needs.

Improve your oxygen absorption by breathing slower, not faster. Most people already have full oxygen levels but lack carbon dioxide, which is essential for releasing oxygen to your cells. Try resistance breathing and posture exercises like the broom pole extension to strengthen your diaphragm and balance your breath. Avoid chronic over-breathing—balance is key for better energy, focus, and calm.

Gochujang, Korea’s iconic red chili paste, is a fermented blend of chili powder, glutinous rice, soybeans, and salt. Rich, savory, and slightly sweet, it adds depth to stews, glazes meats, and spices up dishes like bibimbap. Chef Janine uses it at Comfort Keto for bold, crave-worthy meals. Beyond flavor, it boosts metabolism, supports weight and heart health, and aids digestion. Packed with antioxidants and nutrients, it's a flavorful, long-lasting health staple.

​Living in Riverside County, you're just an hour from world-class beaches. Monthly ocean dips—known as thalassotherapy—offer multiple health benefits:​ Skin Health: reduces inflammation, hydrates the skin, aids psoriasis. ​Respiratory Relief: clears nasal passages and lungs, helps with asthma and sinusitis. Mental Well-being: low-impact, full-body workout, strengthens muscles and improves cardiovascular health. ​Embrace the ocean's natural healing properties for both body and

Fat Fiction (2021) is an indie documentary exposing how flawed science led to the U.S. government's promotion of the harmful low-fat diet. It features top experts in ketogenic and low-carb nutrition, including Dr. Mark Hyman, Dr. Sarah Hallberg, Dr. Jason Fung, Prof. Tim Noakes, and others, who challenge conventional dietary guidelines and advocate for high-fat, low-carb approaches to combat obesity, diabetes, and chronic disease.

Herbal teas offer both physiological and emotional support during your low-carb transformation. They are non-addictive, have zero carbs, and are often packed with antioxidants and healing compounds that help you gently reclaim control from sugar. Start with just one tea that meets your current challenge. Sip slowly, breathe deeply, and let nature do its work.

Garlic supports heart health, immunity, blood pressure, and more—but only when activated. Crush, mince, or chop it, then let it rest 10–15 minutes to release allicin, its key healing compound. Avoid heating above 140°F to preserve benefits. Raw and cooked garlic both help; supplements are often ineffective due to unstable allicin. Garlic also fights inflammation, infections, and fungi—making it a potent natural remedy.