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What Coffee Drinks to Order At Starbucks and Dunkin’ If You Want To Lose Weight

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What Coffee Drinks to Order At Starbucks and Dunkin’ If You Want To Lose Weight

For ages, coffee has been a well-known weight loss tool. Everything from the healing plant compounds in the beans to the way they are brewed and the extra ingredients that get stirred into each cup play a role in this drink’s ability to promote weight loss. But our coffee habits have changed a lot in the last generation. Now there are more coffee options than ever before, and fancy orders can pile on calories without us even knowing. Unless you know the lingo, you could get saddled with a lot of calories you don’t want. That’s why we tapped Alex Moe, also known as @themacrobarista, to give us the inside scoop on how to order low calorie drinks from Dunkin’ and Starbucks.

The healthy perks of a daily coffee habit

“I can’t praise coffee enough,” says world-renowned health expert David Perlmutter MD, who confirms coffee has several health benefits. Simply drinking one cup of coffee can help you burn an extra 150 calories a day — enough to shed 16 pounds each year. But perhaps the most compelling case for coffee’s health benefits comes from two major studies spanning 16 years and involving more than a half million people spread across 10 countries. The research finds that folks with the lowest risk of dying — of any cause — are the ones who drink the most coffee. Other health benefits of a daily cup of coffee (or two!) include a lower risk developing both Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease and decreased risk of suffering from depression in women, and significant benefits for heart health.

How coffee helps with weight loss

First, the obvious: The naturally bitter flavor of coffee quells cravings. A Harvard study shows that people drinking four cups of black coffee daily reduced their appetite and lost body fat. Another small study found that coffee’s caffeine can temporarily increase calorie burn, thanks to the food’s thermogenic effect, supercharging fat burn by as much as 200 percent.

One very exciting fairly new development: Researchers have discovered that a special compound in coffee known as chlorogenic acid helps dial down inflammation, which can fuel weight gain and offers a host of health ailments. Coffee also contains lignans, which have antioxidant properties and can repair cells so they function at their peak.

What’s more: A study in the journal Nutrients found habitual coffee consumption is linked with a 35% lower risk of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. That’s good news, since keeping the organ that is responsible for processing toxins and dietary fat in good working order is vital when it comes to weight loss. (Click through to learn about Dr. Bob Arnot’s coffee diet for speedy weight loss.)

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The Macrobarista to the rescue!

Social media is filled with health hacks and pro tips on ordering a healthier cup of coffee because the process of ordering coffee at the big chains can be so confusing. They’ve each got a special lingo all their own! One of the most popular experts, Alex Moe, also known as @themacrobarista, educates his 1.2 million Instagram followers to use his tricks to cut fat, carbs and calories from drinks. And while we all know a black coffee or coffee with skim milk is a smart choice, sometimes we want a bit more flavor in our coffee.

“My goal,” says Moe, “is to help you be able to enjoy your favorite flavored coffees without having to kill your macros.” (“Macro” is short for macronutrient. There are three categories of nutrients you eat the most and provide you with most of your energy: protein, carbohydrates and fats. So when you’re counting your macros, you’re counting the grams of proteins, carbs or fat that you’re consuming.) This is how Moe recommends you order to guarantee a low-calorie and low macro drink at Dunkin and Starbucks.

How to order a low-cal flavored coffee at Dunkin

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For a hot drink, say “I’d like a medium coffee with skim milk and a hazelnut shot.” This will get you a Dunkin’ Donuts Medium Coffee (14 oz) with skim milk and little hazelnut flavor. The macros turn out to be 25 calories, 2 grams of fat and 2 grams of protein. Compare that Dunkin’s Caramel Swirl Hot Latte, which has 45 grams of sugar and 350 calories! Don’t like hazelnut? Dunkin’ also offers vanilla, toasted almond, blueberry, raspberry and coconut shots. Take your pick and enjoy guilt free!

Just be sure you order a “shot” and not a “swirl.” Dunkin’s “shots” add only 5 to 10 calories to your sip; swirls add 150 to 160 calories (that’s 30 times the calories!) and a whole lot of sugar. With a shot, you get delicious flavor — without syrups that can add 18 or more grams of sugar to your drink.

For a cold drink, say “I’d like a medium iced coffee with coconut milk and 1 coconut shot.” This will get you a 15-calorie sip bursting with tropical flavor with 1 gram of fat and 1 gram of protein. This blend is infused with a sugar-free coconut extract that delivers sweetness without the extra calories. Compare that to Dunkin’s medium Frozen Vanilla Chai, that has 113 grams of sugar and 600 calories!

Click through for more low calorie Dunkin drinks from the Marcrobarista or check out this genius Dunkin’ Calorie Calculator to build your own low calorie Dunkin coffee!

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How to order a low-cal flavored coffee at Starbucks

A Starbucks storefront where you can buy low-calorie coffee
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For a hot drink, say “I’d like a Grande coffee with sugar-free vanilla flavor syrup and a splash of 2% milk.” This will get you a creamy, flavored drink with just 25 calories, 1 gram of fat and 1 gram of protein. Compare this to Starbucks Grande Caramel Macchiato, which has 250 calories and a whopping 33 grams of sugar.

For a cold drink: Bring your own “skinny” syrup to the coffee shop to save calories and money. Moe shares a low-carb version of a caramel coffee drink that recently went viral on Tiktok and Instagram. His advice: Buy a bottle of Skinny Mixes (Buy at Target, $4.99 for a 12.7-oz. bottle) naturally sweetened syrup in the flavor salted caramel. (Click through to learn how to make your own skinny syrup.) Then, at the coffee counter, ask for a Grande Cold Brew with a splash of half and half. Then add 1 to 2 Tbs. of the skinny syrup to your coffee. According to Moe’s calculations, this easily customizable coffee order has no sugar and just 35 calories! And it’s so easy, especially at locations where Starbucks is inside the Target store!

Click through for more low calorie Starbucks drinks from the Macrobarista or, to customize your Starbucks order, check out this Starbucks calorie calculator.


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Andrew Walker Is Hallmark Royalty: 23 of His Best Movies, Ranked

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There aren’t many Hallmark actors who can say they’ve acted in over 20 films and shows on the channel, but not many actors are the handsome and talented Andrew Walker. The 44-year-old Canadian hunk has been stealing hearts since 2012 when he first starred in A Bride for Christmas alongside Arielle Kebbel. Fans love him for his laugh-out-loud charm in classics like Three Wise Men and a Baby with Tyler Hynes and Paul Campbell, and his most recent role in A Safari Romance stole hearts as per usual. Here, take a look at the Andrew Walker movies we love most and his early days as an actor!

(Click through to see Andrew in this list of 11 of our favorite Hallmark hunks!)

How Andrew Walker got his start

Before Andrew Walker lit up our screens in our favorite Hallmark romances, he was a Montreal-born football star, receiving a full scholarship to play at Boston College. Despite an career-ending injury, Walker went on to make a name for himself in another playing field: acting.

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Walker’s earliest roles were in Student Bodies, Back to Sherwood and Radio Active. He has guest starred in a number of popular television series since he made his move to Hollywood, including Sabrina, the Teenage Witch,  ERCSI: MiamiCSI: NYWithout a TraceReba and The Big Bang Theory. In 2012, when he made his first Hallmark appearance in A Bride for Christmas, he had no idea Andrew Walker movies would become such a fixture in the years to come.

“Hallmark treats their crews, their actors, everybody with such class, and there’s a no a—hole policy, too,” Walker told Fansided. “You’re not working with people that you don’t want to be around.”

Who is Andrew Walker married to?

Andrew Walker married Cassandra Troy in 2004, who happens to be his Hallmark co-star Tyler Hynes’ cousin. The couple have two children together, West and Wolf, and also run a cold-pressed juice company called Little West.

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Andrew Walker, Cassandra Troy, 2021
Andrew Walker, Cassandra Troy, 2021

Our favorite Andrew Walker movies, ranked

If you’re looking for your Andrew Walker fix, luckily, you have plenty of movies to choose from. Here is a look at our ranking of some of his favorite movies over the years.

25. Wedding March 4: Something Old, Something New (2018)

Andrew W. Walker, Merritt Patterson, 'Wedding March 4: Something Old, Something New', 2018
Andrew W. Walker, Merritt Patterson, Wedding March 4: Something Old, Something New, 2018Copyright 2018 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: Allister Foster

Olivia and Mick navigate their hectic lives and love for one another in the midst of planning a wedding, an engagement party and dealing with an inn full of guests, starring Jack Wagner, Andrew Walker and Josie Bissett.

24. Love on Ice (2017)

Julie Berman, Andrew Walker, 'Love on Ice', 2017
Julie Berman, Andrew Walker, Love on Ice, 2017Copyright 2016 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: Shane Mahood

Emily James (Julie Berman) is a 27-year-old figure skating champ whose glory days have ended. That is until a young coach, played by Walker, sees enough potential in her to give her another shot.

23. My Christmas Family Tree (2021)

Andrew Walker, Aimee Teegarden, 'My Christmas Family Tree', 2021
Andrew Walker, Aimee Teegarden, My Christmas Family Tree, 2021©2021 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: Allister Foster

Vanessa’s (Aimee Teegarden) family tree DNA test reveals a family she didn’t know existed who she travels to meet during the holidays.

22. Merry & Bright (2019)

Jodie Sweetin, Andrew Walker, Merry and Bright, 2019
Jodie Sweetin, Andrew Walker, Merry and Bright, 2019©2019 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: Steven Ackerman

Cate (Jodie Sweetin) is the CEO of a candy cane company and Gabe (Walker) works for the company that’s been hired to increase her profit.

21. Wedding Planner Mystery (2014)

Andrew Walker, Erica Durance, 'Wedding Planner Mystery', 2014
Andrew Walker, Erica Durance, Wedding Planner Mystery, 2014Copyright 2014 Crown Media United States, LLC/Photographer: Bettina Strauss

When a wedding planner (Erica Durance) is framed for a crime, she must do what she can to clear her name.

20. Date With Love (2016)

Quinn Lord, Shenae Grimes-Beech, Andrew Walker, 'Date with Love', 2016
Quinn Lord, Shenae Grimes-Beech, Andrew Walker, Date With Love, 2016Copyright 2016 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: Bettina Strauss

Shenae Grimes stars in this Hallmark romance about an A-List celeb with a bad reputation who accepts a teen’s promposal for some positive publicity. What she doesn’t expect is to fall for the boy’s teacher.

19. A Dream of Christmas (2016)

Lisa Durupt, Nikki DeLoach, Cindy Williams, 'A Dream of Christmas', 2015
Lisa Durupt, Nikki DeLoach, Cindy Williams, A Dream of Christmas, 2015Copyright 2016 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: Allen Fraser

A married woman (Nikki DeLoach) wishes to be single again, only for her wish to come true. Realizing things weren’t how she thought they’d be, she must go on a journey to win back her husband.

18. Christmas Tree Lane (2020)

Alicia Witt, Andrew Walker, 'Christmas Tree Lane', 2020
Alicia Witt, Andrew Walker, Christmas Tree Lane, 2020©2020 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: Fred Hayes

Music store owner Meg (Alicia Witt) is trying to save her street from demolition, only to discover the man she’s falling for actually works for the company responsible.

17. Love Struck Cafe (2017)

Andrew W. Walker,Sarah Jane Morris, 'Love Struck Cafe', 2017
Andrew W. Walker,Sarah Jane Morris, Love Struck Cafe, 2017Copyright 2017 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: Bettina Strauss

Megan Quinn (Sarah Jane Morris) is an aspiring architect who is dealing with the millions of tasks that life is throwing at her, one of them being the return of her childhood sweetheart who broke her heart.

16. Curious Caterer: Dying for Chocolate (2022)

Nikki DeLoach, Andrew Walker, Curious Caterer: Dying for Chocolate, 2022
Nikki DeLoach, Andrew Walker, Curious Caterer: Dying for Chocolate, 2022 ©2022 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: Craig Minielly

Caterer Goldy Berry (Nikki DeLoach) teams up with detective Tom Schultz (Walker) to get to the bottom of the death of her friend.

15. A Maple Valley Christmas (2022)

Peyton List, Andrew Walker, 'A Maple Valley Christmas', 2022
Peyton List, Andrew Walker, A Maple Valley Christmas, 2022©2022 Hallmark Media/Photographer: Luka Cyprian

Erica’s (Peyton List) life working her family’s farm is disrupted with the arrival of Aaron (Walker), making her question what she thought she knew.

14. Curious Caterer: Grilling Season (2023)

Andrew Walker, Nikki DeLoach, 'Curious Caterer: Grilling Season', 2023
Andrew Walker, Nikki DeLoach, Curious Caterer: Grilling Season, 2023©2023 Hallmark Media/Photographer: Allister Foster

Goldy Berry is back to solve the murder of her friend Susie who was killed when her grill exploded, after Goldy was the last to use the grill. In an effort to clear her name, she teams up with Tom Schultz once again.

13. A Safari Romance (2023)

Andrew Walker, Brittany Bristow, 'A Safari Romance', 2023
Andrew Walker, Brittany Bristow, A Safari Romance, 2023

A wildlife biologist who seeks to protect African wildlife and theme park designer looking to create a safari attraction team up together in this unexpected romance starring Brittany Bristow and Andrew Walker.

12. Appetite for Love (2016)

Taylor Cole, Andrew Walker, 'Appetite for Love', 2016
Taylor Cole, Andrew Walker, Appetite for Love, 2016Copyright 2016 Crown Media United States, LLC/Photographer: Sergei Bachlakov

Mina (Taylor Cole) must return to her Tennessee hometown to convince a restaurant owner to sell, only to learn that the person she must persuade is her ex-boyfriend.

11. Love In Design (2018)

Andrew Walker, Danica McKellar, 'Love In Design', 2018
Andrew Walker, Danica McKellar, Love In Design, 2018 Copyright 2018 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: Steven Ackerman

Host of a home-makeover TV show, Hannah (Danica McKellar) is sent to renovate a historic manor in her hometown. However, the person assigned to make sure she preserves the building’s history is one of her old flames.

10. Debbie Macomber’s Dashing Through the Snow (2015)

Andrew Walker, Meghan Ory, Debbie Macomber's 'Dashing Through the Snow', 2015
Andrew Walker, Meghan Ory, Debbie Macomber’s Dashing Through the Snow, 2015

Ashley (Meghan Ory) is unable to fly home to Seattle during the holidays and finds herself sharing the last rental car at the lot with Dash, who’s also making his way to Seattle. What Ashley doesn’t realize is her airline ticket mishap is due to her being on the FBI no-fly-list and mysterious stranger Dash is the agent who’s trailing her.

9. Bridal Wave (2015)

Arielle Kebbel, Andrew W. Walker, 'Bridal Wave', 2015
Arielle Kebbel, Andrew W. Walker, Bridal Wave, 2015Copyright 2014 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer:Duane Prentice

Georgie Dwyer (Arielle Kebbel) begins to doubt her plans to marry a well-off doctor as their wedding approaches and she feels a spark is missing. On the picturesque island in which their nuptials are to take place, continuous encounters with a down-to-earth local leave Georgie wondering who she’s really meant to be with.

8. A Bride for Christmas (2012)

Arielle Kebbel and Andrew Walker, 'A Bride for Christmas', 2012
Arielle Kebbel and Andrew Walker, A Bride for Christmas, 2012

Jessie (Arielle Kebbel) is devoted to finding “the one” after her third failed engagement and Aiden (Walker) is a chronically single bachelor who has bet his friends that he can find someone to marry him by Christmas, just a few short weeks away.

7. My Secret Valentine (2018)

Lacey Chabert, Andrew Walker, 'My Secret Valentine', 2018
Lacey Chabert, Andrew Walker, My Secret Valentine, 2018Copyright 2018 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: Shane Mahood

A woman (Lacey Chabert) takes advice from the chalkboard notes left by her tenant when she is approached to sell her family’s winery.

6. Bottled with Love (2019)

Bethany Joy Lenz, Andrew Walker, 'Bottled With Love', 2019
Bethany Joy Lenz, Andrew Walker, Bottled With Love, 2019©2019 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: Farah Nosh

Bethany Joy Lenz stars as Abbey, a woman who writes an intimate letter, puts it in a bottle, and throws it to sea, only for a fisherman to discover it months later. (Click through to read more about Bethany Joy Lenz Movies and TV Shows + Her Best Hallmark Romances, Ranked)

5. The 27-Hour Day (2021)

Andrew Walker, Autumn Reeser, 'The 27 Hour Day', 2021
Andrew Walker, Autumn Reeser, The 27 Hour Day, 2021©2021 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: Hugh Tull

Running a wellness empire is tough work — What happens when the entrepreneur running it (Autumn Reeser) takes a much needed break at a relaxing retreat?

4. Christmas On My Mind (2019)

Andrew Walker, Ashley Greene, Christmas On My Mind, 2019
Andrew Walker, Ashley Greene, Christmas On My Mind, 2019©2019 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: Ryan Plummer

Temporary amnesia leaves Lucy (Ashley Greene) searching for the truth behind her breakup, all while re-discovering herself and what matters most.

3. The Perfect Catch (2017)

Chance Hurstfield, Nikki Deloach, Andrew Walker, 'The Perfect Catch', 2017
Chance Hurstfield, Nikki Deloach, Andrew Walker, The Perfect Catch, 2017Copyright 2017 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: Kailey Schwerman

Jessica Parker (Nikki DeLoach) finds the inspiration to reinvent her struggling diner when her star baseball player ex-boyfriend returns to town.

2. Sweet Autumn (2020)

Andrew Walker, Eugene Baffoe, Nikki DeLoach, 'Sweet Autumn', 2020
Andrew Walker, Eugene Baffoe, Nikki DeLoach, Sweet Autumn, 2020©2020 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: Steven Ackerman

Maggie (Nikki DeLoach) and maple farmer Dex (Walker) try to get to the bottom of why Maggie’s Aunt Dee split her candy shop between the two of them.

1. Three Wise Men and a Baby (2022)

Tyler Hynes, Paul Campbell, Andrew Walker, 'Three Wise Men and a Baby', 2022
Tyler Hynes, Paul Campbell, Andrew Walker, Three Wise Men and a Baby, 2022©2022 Hallmark Media/Photographer: Bettina Strauss

Our winner that tops our list of Andrew Walker movies is about three brothers must come together to care for a baby who comes to be in their care,  starring Paul Campbell, Tyler Hynes and Andrew Walker.


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5 common myths and misconceptions about breast cancer, according to a doctor

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One in eight women in the U.S. will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime — but despite its prevalence, there are still some common myths surrounding the disease, according to experts.

Dr. Megan Kalambo, associate professor at the Department of Breast Imaging at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, shared with Fox News Digital some of the main misconceptions she has seen among women.

Myth No. 1 – People with breast cancer always find a lump

While a breast lump is the most common symptom of breast cancer, the absence of one doesn’t mean breast cancer is not present, Kalambo warned. 

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“Many women diagnosed with breast cancer never have any signs or symptoms, which is why getting an annual screening mammogram is so important,” she said. 

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“Mammograms are often able to detect early-stage breast cancer before any symptoms.”

One in every eight women in the U.S. will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime — but despite its prevalence, there are still some common myths surrounding the disease, according to experts. (iStock)

There are a number of additional breast signs and symptoms that should alert you to consult a doctor for further evaluation, Kalambo said.

The American Cancer Society no longer recommends a clinical breast exam or a breast self-exam as a screening method for women in the U.S.

It’s important to be on the lookout for any of the signs below and to report them to your doctor right away, according to the doctor:

  • Swelling in or around your breast, armpit or collarbone
  • Skin changes such as breast thickening, redness, scaling, itching or swelling (with or without a lump)
  • Nipple changes or discharge
  • Breast pain lasting for more than four to six weeks (less common symptom)

Myth No 2 – You need to learn how to do a monthly self-exam

Research studies have shown no clear benefit of monthly breast self-exams in detecting breast cancer, especially in women who are also getting annual screening mammograms, according to Kalambo.

The American Cancer Society (ACS) no longer recommends a clinical breast exam or a breast self-exam as a screening method for women in the U.S., according to its website.

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“Instead, it’s more important to be familiar with your breasts so you can understand the normal look and feel,” Kalambo said.

“If you notice changes, report them to your doctor without delay. This works just as well as a formal breast self-exam.”

Myth No. 3 – Wearing a bra and using underarm antiperspirant can cause breast cancer

“There is currently no scientific evidence showing a link between wearing, or not wearing, a bra and developing breast cancer,” Kalambo said.

Breast self-exam

Research studies have shown no clear benefit of monthly breast self-exams in detecting breast cancer, especially in women who are also getting annual screening mammograms, according to a breast imaging expert.  (iStock)

“Similarly, there is no scientific evidence linking the use of antiperspirants or deodorants to the development of breast cancer.”

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Myth No. 4 – Lifestyle choices don’t impact breast cancer risk

While family history does influence breast cancer risk, lifestyle factors also come into play, the doctor said.

“These choices are referred to as modifiable risk factors,” Kalambo said. 

“They include personal behaviors, such as diet and physical activity, that can impact your risk.”

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Maintaining a healthy weight is one of the most effective ways to reduce breast cancer risk, the doctor said. 

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“Being overweight or obese — especially after menopause — may raise your cancer risk,” she warned.

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To keep cancer risk low, the doctor recommends avoiding weight gain by eating healthy foods. (iStock)

To keep cancer risk low, the doctor recommends avoiding weight gain by eating healthy foods — “a plant-based diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and beans” — avoiding smoking, limiting alcohol intake and getting at least 30 minutes of physical activity each day.

Myth No. 5 – Breast cancer only happens to older women

While both the female gender and a woman’s age are considered to be risk factors for developing breast cancer, men can also develop the disease, Kalambo said. 

“About one in every 100 breast cancers diagnosed in the United States is found in a man,” she noted.

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Men with a family history of breast cancer or BRCA1 or BRCA2 genetic mutations also have an increased breast cancer risk, the doctor said — and this is especially true if it’s a close family member, like a father, brother or son.

Man breast cancer

While both female gender and age are considered to be risk factors for developing breast cancer, men can also develop breast cancer. (iStock)

“Since men do not undergo routine mammogram screening, the most common symptom of male breast cancer is a hard lump in the breast, often located around the nipple,” she told Fox News Digital. 

“Just as with women, men with breast symptoms may undergo a mammogram and ultrasound for further evaluation.”

She also told Fox News Digital, “You may be more likely to get breast cancer if you have a male relative who’s had the disease.”

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The Carnivore Diet Surpasses Keto In Popularity: 5 Women Over 50 Explain Why and How It Worked For Them

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Can eating like a lion trigger easy weight loss and roaring good health? Devotees of the carnivore diet say it can — and they’ve got so many people curious, the meat-centric approach has gone viral on TikTok. So far, #carnivorediet boasts more than a billion views and interest in the diet on social media has risen significantly since the start of the year. And it’s helping women over 50 lose big when other diets fall. Keep reading to learn more about science behind the trend, then get ready to be inspired by carnivore diet before and after photos of women who found amazing success.

How the carnivore diet works

The carnivore diet is an offshoot of the carb-cutting keto diet, but it’s a good deal simpler: The key is to eliminate all plant foods and eat only animal foods. So you’ll enjoy options like eggs, butter, bacon, cheese, fish, poultry, pork and beef until you’re comfortably full. And since carnivore staples are naturally zero-carb or quite low in carbs, you don’t have to measure, count or track anything. 

In many ways, carnivore works exactly like keto. By replacing most of the carbs you eat with protein and fat, your body no longer makes enough blood sugar to fuel itself. “This triggers your body to naturally begin turning excess fat into an alternate fuel called ketones,” explains Tennessee-based keto expert Ken Berry, MD, author of Lies My Doctor Told Me. The result? Your body can burn a lot more fat.

Why carnivore may work better than keto

“A basic keto diet is great for many people. But if it’s not working for you or you want those next-level results, that’s when you try carnivore,” Dr. Berry says. That’s because the fewer carbs you eat, the more ketones you make. And studies show boosting ketone production speeds weight loss by up to 1,150%. On top of that, carnivore guarantees carb intake stays very low, “which leads to remarkable hunger control,” the doc says. “Some people only eat one or two meals a day because it’s all they want.” (Click through for more on how the carnivore diet for weight loss may be more effective than keto.)

Another potential carnivore advantage: “You’re eliminating a lot of foods that may be inflammatory specifically for your body,” notes Dr. Berry. That might be anything from artificial sweeteners or soy to spinach or zucchini. “When inflammation comes down, you lose retained fluid, burn more fat and see health turn around.” (Click through to read more about the link between inflammation and weight gain and find out how the carnivore diet even helped one woman cure chronic sinus infections.)

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Is carnivore safe?

“When I first tried carnivore myself, my metabolic health improved so much that I did research to see if was safe to skip veggies long-term,” Dr. Berry shares. “I learned that, for millennia, cultures have thrived eating carnivore-style.” He’s been mostly carnivore for years.

Maintaining a 65-pound weight loss, Dr. Berry adds that carnivore can jumpstart wellness as well as weight loss. “You dramatically improve diabetes, joint pain, mood and so much more in a few days or weeks.” No matter your starting point, it’s not too late. “We see people in 50s, 60s, even their late 70s use carnivore to look and feel decades younger.”

Carnivore diet: Before and after success stories

Women who’ve transformed their bodies and health using the carnivore diet are quick to back up the docs. And the following transformations are sure inspire you. Want to try it yourself? Click through to learn more specifics about the carnivore diet and get some fun recipe ideas to get you started.

Connie lost 122 lbs — and got off 28 pills 

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Though retired and living in Hawaii, Connie Joy was miserable. “I was over 300 pounds, taking 28 pills a day. I knew if I didn’t get weight off, I’d die,” she recalls. But after years of low-calorie diets, her metabolism was shot. Internet research led her to Dr. Berry’s keto and carnivore guidelines. She was already losing at a steady rate when Dr. Berry ran a BBBE challenge. BBBE is an ultra-simplified version of carnivore during which folks eat only beef, butter, bacon and eggs. He finds that temporarily avoiding chicken can actually help some carnivore dieters amp up their results. 

“Steak and eggs became my favorite meal,” says Connie, 65, who shed as much as 21 pounds in two weeks as her constant urges to eat disappeared. In six months, she lost 80 pounds. “Even after losing 110 pounds, I did a 30-day BBBE challenge and lost 10 inches!” Down 122 pounds in all, “I’m off all my prescriptions. No more diabetes, high blood pressure, GERD, heart arrhythmia. I feel like I’m 30 again,” she says. “This way of eating makes your life so much better!” 

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Ruth lost 105 lbs — and eased menopause symptoms

Before and after of Ruth Hovsepian who lost weight on the carnivore diet
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At 265 pounds, “I had a slow thyroid and was exhausted. My rheumatoid arthritis and gout caused a lot of pain. And my hot flashes and insomnia were miserable,” recalls Montreal mom Ruth Hovsepian, 55. She tried keto but didn’t feel much better. She heard about carnivore on a podcast from nutrition expert Vivica Menegaz. “Vivica said it helps with thyroid and menopause. It seemed like she was talking right to me,” recalls Ruth, who switched to mix-and-match meals made with ingredients like eggs, sausage, salmon and steak. 

“It was instantly clear veggies and fruit had been triggers for a lot my problems.” Her hunger, cravings, fatigue, hot flashes and pain disappeared; she began shedding up to five pounds a week. “The healing is amazing, and the weight loss is immediate!” Down 105 pounds, Ruth has traded her size 22s for 6s.

Joann lost 89 lbs — and reversed diabetes

Before and after photos of Joann Tarkington who lost weight on the carnivore diet
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Not long ago, Joann Tarkington’s health seemed to get worse by the day. “I had trouble with my pancreas, my liver, blood pressure, thyroid and heart, type-2 diabetes, digestive issues, a genetic condition that affects my skin and joints,” recalls the Texas travel agent, 59. “And seizures on top of it all. I was sick and tired of being sick and tired.” With doctors doing little to make her feel better, she did research and came across Dr. Berry’s videos. “It seemed like his approach might help me, so I tried it.” 

Joann leans toward carnivore eating most of the time, but does add small amounts of veggies and nuts. Her typical meals include bacon and eggs and steaks or fish cooked in butter. She’ll also snack on bacon and cheese sticks. “It was easy to get start, and I was losing about a pound a day.”

Her health turned around. “My diabetes reversed, my pain went away, my thyroid began improving and my seizures stopped.” She also has a condition called gastroparesis that was so severe, she was at the point of needing surgery to implant a pacemaker-like device to get her stomach working properly. “As long as I stick to a mostly carnivore diet, I have no symptoms at all. This way of eating really cured me!” Today, Joann is 89 pounds lighter and feels fantastic. 

Rebecca lost 82 lbs — and healed her IBS

Before and after photos of Rebecca Davis who lost weight on the carnivore diet
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For decades, “I tried every diet out there, but I never had enough success to continue,” shares Tennessee retiree Rebecca Davis, 63. While battling health setbacks — prediabetes, severe knee pain, pancreatitis — she finally tried keto and had luck. She then switched to a carnivore diet because she read it might help her IBS. When she realized the plan calls for only animal products, “I thought I’d try it for 30 days.” 

As she filled up on eggs, ribs, cheese, homemade yogurt, the difference was stunning. Her constant hunger disappeared, she went long stretches between meals without trying. “My knee pain was gone in three days. The scale kept going down. My prediabetes reversed.” All told, she’s shrunk from a size 24 to an 8. “I feel strong again, like I can conquer the world!” Learn more in the Facebook group ‘Keto and Carnivore for Women Over 60 and Beyond.’

Anita went carnivore to get off a plateau — and lost 131 lbs 

Before and after photos of Anita Breeze who lost weight with the carnivore diet
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Anita Breeze first tried keto while caring for her late mother. “As bad as my mom’s health got, the hardest part was watching her struggle to do everyday things because of her weight,” recalls the British Columbia bookkeeper, 64. “I didn’t want that to be my future.” So she went low carb and eventually started a blog to share her experiences. 

“Plateaus are common when you have a lot to lose like I did. So I experimented to try get things going again.” Stints of carnivore eating have been one of her greatest successes. “When you have fewer choices, it’s just easier. Plus it’s inexpensive and really kills your appetite,” says Anita.

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Keto cloud bread had already been one of the most popular recipes on her site, so she created a carnivore version. “It’s nice to be able to eat a sandwich and still see the scale moving!” All told, Anita is down over 131 pounds and is off the cholesterol meds she took for 15 years. “I highly recommend carnivore whether you’re new to keto or just need a boost. It does amazing things!” Click through to read more about a carnivore-based kickstart egg fast Anita loves.

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