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In the video, Gigi shares tons of behind-the-scenes stories from "Madonna: The Unauthorized Rusical," one of the highlights of the season.

Being in drag is working out, Gigi says. Youre constantly in heels, your legs hurt, your waist is cinched, you have to be standing up straight the entire time. Theres a heavy wig on your head, heavy costumes."

While planning out the Rusical, contestants had to figure out who would play each version of Madonna. Though at first Gigi wanted to play cone-bra Madonna, she ultimately landed on Papa Dont Preach Madonna, in part because of the outfit. You dont want to be swallowed up by the look, when youre doing a Rusical, she says, so she thought to herself, Im going to be able to be Madonna, Madonna is not going to take over me.

For Gigi, the choreography in the Rusical experience proved challenging since it normally isnt a part of her drag performance. In order to nail the musical number, she worked with choreographer Jamal Sims who she now DMs almost every day, lol who helped her master the classic Papa Dont Preach chug.

They say drag is a contact sport, Gigi says, and they are so right about that.

RuPaul’s Drag Race's Gigi On Madonna Performance

If anyone could do a backflip in heels, it's Gigi Goode, one of the top contestants from season 12 of RuPaul's Drag Race. But that actually wasn't the hardest part of channeling Madonna in her rendition of "Papa Don't Preach," Gigi tells Women's Health in the latest episode of "Performance Review." (As it turns out, mastering the iconic chug in the number was much harder for Gigi.)

Gigi Goode of 'RuPaul’s Drag Race' Breaks Down Her Madonna Performance

It's a valid question, and despite the fact that fasting diets tend to focus more on the clock than the foods, what you eat for your meals does matter <a href="https://www.womenshealthmag.com/weight-loss/a30212268/fasting-benefits/" id="68211f83-dc8f-3180-a2f8-42d823aec123"> if your goal is weight loss </a> . Many people assume that because you're eating in a shortened time window and likely cutting out some calories by skipping a meal (say, breakfast, if you follow something like the <a href="https://www.womenshealthmag.com/weight-loss/a21729470/16-8-diet/" id="6d071bf3-e03d-37dc-aa21-8f11859b535e"> 16:8 diet </a> ), you can eat whatever you want once it's time to eat.

But if you totally disregard calories and don't think about the macronutrients that you're putting into your body, you could end up going overboard on calories when it comes time to eator you might not get enough proteins, fat, or carbs to properly fuel your body.

Don't worry, though, because our friends at Men's Health recently released a new bookazine, the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Mens-Health-Guide-Intermittent-Fasting/dp/1950099407" id="01a46e39-192e-3035-af9d-6db68089e14e"> Men's Health Guide to Intermittent Fasting </a> , that details allllll things IFincluding exactly what to eat to break your fast, what to have for snacks, and what to prep for dinnerso you can do intermittent fasting and see weight-loss results if that's your goal. (And remember, before you start a fasting diet, touch base with your doc or a nutritionist to make sure you approach it in a way that makes sense for you and your health.)

<ul><li> 40+ recipes for brunch and dinner (plus keto options!) </li><li> Advice for how to not feel hangry </li><li> Tips for how to do IF if you're also following an intense workout routine </li><li> A macronutrient breakdown to make sure each meal you make gives you energy and satiety </li><li> And more </li></ul>

Ready to dive into an IF diet? Ahead, a seven-day meal plan preview from the new MH guide that you can follow to make sure your meals power you up and make the fasting period fly by. Mix and match these brunch and dinner recipes (and add <a href="https://www.womenshealthmag.com/weight-loss/a19959160/best-healthy-snacks-for-weight-loss/" id="d3342f84-a73d-3212-aa72-8656d295f70e"> healthy snacks </a> between meals if you need to!), and you'll be an IF pro in a week.

<h1> 1. Egg Scramble with Sweet Potatoes </h1>

Doing IF? What To Eat When You Break Your Fast

Total time: 25 minutes | Servings: 1

<ul><li> 1 (8-oz) sweet potato, diced </li><li> cup chopped onion </li><li> 2 tsp chopped rosemary </li><li> Salt </li><li> Pepper </li><li> 4 large eggs </li><li> 4 large egg whites </li><li> 2 tbsp chopped chive </li></ul>

<ol><li> Preheat the oven to 425F. On a baking sheet, toss the sweet potato, onion, rosemary, and salt and pepper. Spray with cooking spray and roast until tender, about 20 minutes. </li><li> Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg whites, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Spritz a skillet with cooking spray and scramble the eggs on medium, about 5 minutes. </li><li> Sprinkle with chopped chives and serve with the spuds. </li></ol>

Per serving: 571 calories, 44 g protein, 52 g carbs (9 g fiber), 20 g fat

Total time: 30 minutes | Servings: 2

<ul><li> cup chickpea flour </li><li> tsp baking soda </li><li> tsp salt </li><li> cup plain 2% Greek yogurt </li><li> 6 large eggs </li><li> Tomatoes, cucumbers, scallion, olive oil, parsley, yogurt, and lemon juice for serving (optional) </li><li> Salt and pepper </li></ul>

<ol><li> Preheat the oven to 200F. Set a wire rack over a rimmed baking sheet and place in the oven. Heat a waffle iron per directions. </li><li> In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. In a small bowl, whisk together the yogurt and eggs. Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. </li><li> Lightly coat the waffle iron with nonstick cooking spray. In batches, drop to cup batter into each section of the iron and cook until golden brown, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer the waffles to the oven and keep warm. Repeat with remaining batter. </li><li> Serve waffles with the savory tomato mix or a drizzle of warm nut butter and berries. </li></ol>

Per serving: 412 calories, 35 g protein, 24 g carbs (4 g fiber), 18 g fat

Total time: 5 minutes (plus 8 hours for refrigeration) | Servings: 1

<ul><li> cup quick-cooking rolled oats </li><li> cup 2 percent milk </li><li> 3 tbsp creamy peanut butter </li><li> cup mashed raspberries </li><li> 3 tbsp whole raspberries </li></ul>

<ol><li> In a medium bowl, combine oats, milk, peanut butter, and mashed raspberries. Stir until smooth. </li><li> Cover and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, uncover and top with whole raspberries. </li></ol>

Per serving: 455 calories, 20 g protein, 36 g carbs (9 g fiber), 28 g fat

Total time: 15 minutes | Servings: 1

<ul><li> 1 portobello mushroom </li><li> 3 or 4 cherry tomatoes </li><li> 1 tbsp olive oil, plus more for brushing </li><li> Salt and pepper </li><li> block (14-oz) firm tofu </li><li> tsp ground turmeric </li><li> Pinch garlic powder </li><li> avocado, thinly sliced </li></ul>

<ol><li> Preheat the oven to 400F. On a baking sheet, place the shroom and tomatoes and brush them with oil. Season with salt and pepper. Roast until tender, about 10 minutes. </li><li> Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, combine the tofu, turmeric, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt. Mash with a fork. In a large skillet over medium, heat 1 Tbsp olive oil. Add the tofu mixture and cook, stirring occasionally, until firm and egg-like, about 3 minutes. </li><li> Plate the tofu and serve with the mushroom, tomatoes, and avocado. </li></ol>

Per serving: 431 calories, 21 g protein, 17 g carbs (8 g fiber), 33 g fat

<h1> 5. Avocado Ricotta Power Toast </h1>

Avocado and ricotta rye sandwich with fresh herds on black clay tray with checkered kitchen towel over dark wooden textured background. Healthy eating theme. Top view. Square image

Total time: 5 minutes | Servings: 1

<ul><li> 1 slice whole-grain bread </li><li> ripe avocado, smashed </li><li> 2 tbsp ricotta </li><li> Pinch crushed red pepper flakes </li><li> Pinch flaky sea salt </li></ul>

<ol><li> Toast the bread. Top with avocado, ricotta, crushed red pepper flakes, and sea salt. Eat with scrambled or hard-boiled eggs, plus a serving of yogurt or fruit. </li></ol>

Per serving: 288 calories, 10 g protein, 29 g carbs (10 g fiber), 17 g fat

Total time: 13 minutes | Servings: 2

<ul><li> 2 tbsp olive oil </li><li> cup diced red bell pepper </li><li> cup diced eggplant </li><li> Pinch each of salt and pepper </li><li> 5 large eggs, lightly beaten </li><li> tsp paprika </li><li> Chopped cilantro, to taste </li><li> 2 dollops plain yogurt </li><li> 1 whole-wheat pita </li></ul>

<ol><li> In a large nonstick skillet on medium high, heat the olive oil. Add the bell pepper, eggplant, and salt and pepper. Saut until softened, about 7 minutes. </li><li> Stir in the eggs, paprika, and more salt and pepper to taste. Cook, stirring often, until the eggs are softly scrambled. </li><li> Sprinkle with chopped cilantro and serve with a dollop of yogurt and the pita. </li></ol>

Per serving: 469 calories, 25 g protein, 26 g carbs (4 g fiber), 29 g fat

<h1> 7. Almond Apple Spice Muffins </h1>

Total time: 15 minutes | Servings: 5

<ul><li> stick butter </li><li> 2 cups almond meal </li><li> 4 scoops vanilla protein powder </li><li> 4 large eggs </li><li> 1 cup unsweetened applesauce </li><li> 1 tbsp cinnamon </li><li> 1 tsp allspice </li><li> 1 tsp cloves </li><li> 2 tsp baking powder </li></ul>

<ol><li> Preheat the oven to 350F. In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter in the microwave on low heat, about 30 seconds. </li><li> In a large bowl, thoroughly mix all the remaining ingredients with the melted butter. Spray 2 muffin tins with nonstick cooking spray or use cupcake liners. </li><li> Pour the mixture into the muffin tins, making sure not to overfill (about full). This should make 10 muffins. </li><li> Place one tray in the oven and bake for 12 minutes. Make sure not to overbake, as the muffins will become too dry. When baked, remove the first tray from the oven and bake the second muffin tin the same way. </li></ol>

Per serving: 484 calories, 40 g protein, 16 g carbs (5 g fiber), 31 g fat

Total time: 25 minutes | Servings: 4

<ul><li> 2 tsp oil </li><li> 1 small red onion, chopped </li><li> 1 clove garlic, finely chopped </li><li> 1 lb. extra-lean ground turkey </li><li> 1 tbsp sodium-free taco seasoning </li><li> 8 whole-grain corn tortillas, warmed </li><li> cup sour cream </li><li> cup shredded Mexican cheese </li><li> 1 avocado, sliced </li><li> Salsa, for serving </li><li> 1 cup chopped lettuce </li></ul>

<ol><li> In a large skillet on medium high, heat the oil. Add the onion and cook, stirring until tender, 5 to 6 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook 1 minute. </li><li> Add the turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until nearly brown, 5 minutes. Add the taco seasoning and 1 cup water. Simmer until reduced by slightly more than half, 7 minutes. </li><li> Fill the tortillas with turkey and top with sour cream, cheese, avocado, salsa, and lettuce. </li></ol>

Per serving: 472 calories, 28 g protein, 30 g carbs (6 g fiber), 27 g fat

<h1> 2. Healthy Spaghetti Bolognese </h1>

Total time: 1 hour 30 minutes | Servings: 4

<ul><li> 1 large spaghetti squash </li><li> 3 tbsp olive oil </li><li> tsp garlic powder </li><li> Kosher salt and pepper </li><li> 1 small onion, finely chopped </li><li> 1 lb. ground turkey </li><li> 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped </li><li> 8 oz. small cremini mushrooms, sliced </li><li> 3 cups fresh diced tomatoes (or 2 15-oz cans) </li><li> 1 (8-oz) can low-sodium, no-sugar-added tomato sauce </li><li> Fresh chopped basil </li></ul>

<ol><li> Preheat the oven to 400F. Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and discard seeds. Rub each half with 1/2 tbsp oil and season with garlic powder and tsp each salt and pepper. Place skin-side up on a rimmed baking sheet and roast until tender, 35 to 40 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes. </li><li> Meanwhile, in a large skillet on medium, heat remaining 2 Tbsp oil. Add the onion, season with tsp each salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, 6 minutes. Add the turkey and cook, breaking it up into small pieces with a spoon, until browned, 6 to 7 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook 1 minute. </li><li> Push the turkey mixture to one side of the pan, and add the mushrooms to the other. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are tender, 5 minutes. Mix into the turkey. Add the tomatoes and tomato sauce and simmer for 10 minutes. </li><li> While the sauce is simmering, scoop out the squash and transfer to plates. Spoon the turkey Bolognese over the top and sprinkle with basil, if desired. </li></ol>

Per serving: 450 calories, 32 g protein, 31 g carbs (6 g fiber), 23 g fat

<h1> 3. Chicken with Fried Cauliflower Rice </h1>

Total time: 35 minutes | Servings: 4

<ul><li> 2 tbsp grapeseed oil </li><li> 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast, pounded to even thickness </li><li> 4 large eggs, beaten </li><li> 2 red bell peppers, finely chopped </li><li> 2 small carrots, finely chopped </li><li> 1 onion, finely chopped </li><li> 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped </li><li> 4 scallions, finely chopped, plus more for serving </li><li> cup frozen peas, thawed </li><li> 4 cups cauliflower rice </li><li> 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce </li><li> 2 tsp rice vinegar </li><li> Kosher salt and pepper </li></ul>

<ol><li> In a large, deep skillet over medium-high, heat 1 tbsp oil. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 6 minutes before slicing. Add remaining 1 tbsp oil to the skillet. Add the eggs and scramble until just set, 1 to 2 minutes; transfer to a bowl. </li><li> To the skillet, add the bell pepper, carrot, and onion and cook, stirring often until just tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook, 1 minute. Toss with scallions and peas. </li><li> Add the cauliflower, soy sauce, rice vinegar, salt and pepper and toss to combine. Then let the cauliflower sit, without stirring, until beginning to brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Toss with the sliced chicken and eggs. </li></ol>

Per serving: 427 calories, 45 g protein, 25 g carbs (7 g fiber), 16 g fat

The concept behind <a href="https://www.womenshealthmag.com/weight-loss/a29602869/fasting-tips/" id="b9b79389-bab6-3772-a67b-066fa2407eef"> intermittent fasting </a> (IF) is pretty straightforward and simple: You eat all of your meals and snacks for the day in a specific window of time (say, between noon and 8 p.m.). Easy enough, right? Well, if you're new to a fasting diet, you're probably still wondering, what am I actually supposed to eat as far as foods go on the diet?

Need An Intermittent Fasting Meal Plan? Here's Your 7-Day Brunch And Dinner Plan To Break Your Fast

In her new book, The DIRTY, LAZY, KETO Cookbook: Bend the Rules to Lose the Weight, Stephanie gives detailed instructions and recipes for you to kinda-sorta follow the keto diet but still live your life and enjoy the foods you loveall while making weight loss a very real possibility if that's the goal you have in mind.

The cookbook: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/DIRTY-LAZY-KETO-Cookbook-Weight/dp/1507212305" id="a2b75ab5-8f3c-3839-afb8-39d54266acf8"> The DIRTY, LAZY, KETO Cookbook: Bend the Rules to Lose the Weight! </a> (Adams Media), out now.

The author: Stephanie Laska. Stephanie is behind the <a href="https://dirtylazyketo.com/" id="f721303c-45ec-30b1-a986-1f7bce8c1820"> Dirty, Lazy, Keto </a> blog. She has an inspiring weight-loss journey of her own, which she detailed in her first book, <a href="https://amzn.to/2LhFeef" id="90dacc48-7216-3fae-ac98-c80d6f76dd35"> DIRTY, LAZY, KETO Getting Started: How I Lost 140 Pounds </a> . In a nutshell, Stephanie heard all the keto buzz and wanted to try it for herself, but she could only stick to it if she did it her waymeaning still enjoying her favorite foods, and things like Starbucks, too. Stephanie also leads a keto support group on Facebook that's open only to women (you can try it for free for a period, then you pay a fee).

What you'll get: Stephanie provides 100 recipes in the book, and they will appeal to a ton of different people. Whether you need a fancy-looking meal for when you're having people over, a meatless dish, or something that a picky eater will eat, you're in the pages of the right cookbook. P.S., you don't need to have any cooking experience to succeed with this book.

Stuffed Chicken for Suppah

Serves 4 | Prep time: 10 minutes | Cook time: 24 minutes

<ul><li> 6 ounces chopped fresh spinach </li><li> 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced </li><li> 1 12 cups crumbled feta cheese, divided </li><li> 2 ounces full-fat cream cheese, softened </li><li> 4 (4.8-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts </li><li> 14 teaspoon black pepper </li><li> 2 medium Roma tomatoes, each sliced into 8 rounds </li></ul>

<ol><li> Preheat oven to 450F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or greased foil. </li><li> Steam spinach in microwave 23 minutes (or cook in a medium skillet 35 minutes over medium heat). Let cooked spinach cool, then squeeze out excess moisture. </li><li> To a medium bowl, add spinach, garlic, and 34 cup feta cheese. </li><li> Microwave cream cheese to soften for 1530 seconds. Add to spinach mixture, stirring thoroughly. </li><li> Place chicken on baking sheet. Cut horizontal slit in each breast, creating a pocket. (Center your cut midway, between top and bottom of the breast.) </li><li> Stuff each breast with one-quarter of the total spinach mixture. Sprinkle lightly with pepper. </li><li> Top each breast with four tomato slices and remaining feta. </li><li> Bake 1620 minutes until chicken is thoroughly cooked. Tent pan with foil if cheese starts to brown before chicken is done. </li></ol>

<ul><li> Choose chicken breasts similar in size so they cook evenly in the same amount of time. </li><li> If youre on a budget, or trying to feed more guests, this same recipe can be applied to five or six smaller-sized chicken breasts. Smaller pieces also cook faster, giving you more time to socialize. </li><li> An alternate method is to quickly brown the stuffed chicken in a cast iron pan, then transfer the entire dish to the oven to bake thoroughly with the remaining cook time. </li><li> Any other type of cheese can be substituted in the same amounts. </li></ul>

Per serving: 364 calories, 19 g fat, 7 g carbs (5 g net carbs), 4 g sugar, 40 g protein.

So you want to start (or find the motivation to continue) <a href="https://www.womenshealthmag.com/weight-loss/a19434332/what-is-the-keto-diet/" id="aaa7a5e9-0d09-31d0-a500-e52a6c4915a4"> the keto diet </a> . But...you also really like chocolate. And you want a beer once in a while. And you miss your a.m. <a href="https://www.womenshealthmag.com/weight-loss/g22751111/keto-starbucks/" id="42a9b248-458a-345e-a69d-8d15f9cdf654"> Starbucks run </a> . Well, bestselling keto author Stephanie Lask...

The 'Dirty, Lazy, Keto Cookbook' Lets You Break Your Keto Rules And *Still* Lose Weight

<a href="https://www.womenshealthmag.com/life/a29788785/kate-hudson-self-care-routine/" id="ae93b5ac-65d9-39fe-af3d-5ab48b67293d"> Kate Hudson </a> is taking her Instagram followers along for the ride on her New Year's wellness journey. "It's January 2nd, 2020," she said in an Instagram Story posted yesterday. "Got on the scale. I wasn't impressed. But that's okay, 'cause I know how to do this, you know what I mean?"

The Weight Watchers spokesperson then talked about the program's new color-coded plans (she's a purple), before weighing in at 136. "Ideal weight for me: 125," she wrote, "10 to go."

After giving birth to her <a href="https://www.womenshealthmag.com/life/a29786229/kate-hudson-kids/" id="2c89acf2-8351-3c67-a15d-1f1c38fc445d"> daughter Rani Rose </a> in 2018, Kate posted on Instagram about her goal to lose 25 pounds by the spring. Unlike with the other two [kids], I didnt really have time to work out, she told <a href="https://www.womenshealthmag.com/life/a29701944/kate-hudson-interview/" id="ec17f466-18b2-3a53-af57-b1a29be8af7d"> Women's Health </a> in our December cover story. It took a different kind of discipline. These days, that discipline manifests in the form of a balanced diet, something she said comes from her partnership with Weight Watchers.

Kate starts her day with celery juice, plus either a protein shake, oatmeal, an acai bowl, or eggs. She likes to keep her meals plant-based, so squash or zucchini noodles are on rotation, which sometimes she spices up with chicken, fish, or steak. (Yesterday, she made shrimp with sherry vinegar and garlic.)

Still, she makes time to work out three or four times a week, alternating between Peloton Tread, pole dancing, Body by Simone, Beachbody Brazil Butt Lift classes, and private Pilates sessions with instructor Nicole Stuart. <a href="https://www.womenshealthmag.com/fitness/a19973467/kate-hudson-pilates-workout/" id="453acd69-58d9-3986-a2e6-873b7a7d2527"> Pilates is still her favorite </a> , she said: I love how flexible I get and what it does to the shape of my body."

Kate Hudson Says She's Committing To A Weight-Loss Diet To Lose 10 Pounds In The New Year

Just ask author and keto blogger Suzanne Ryan, whose brand-new book Beyond Simply Keto covers exactly that: the mental transformation that you can go through when you change up your nutrition plan and start investing in your well-being.

In her new cookbook slash keto guide slash self-help read, Ryan details the unexpected self-discoveries she made after going ketoand how you can improve your health holistically on keto, too, if you're interested.

The cookbook: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Simply-Keto-Lifestyle-Suzanne-Ryan/dp/1628603712/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2T8FMUCXQIU86&amp;keywords=beyond+simply+keto&amp;qid=1576548778&amp;sprefix=beyond+simply+ke%2Caps%2C139&amp;sr=8-2" id="6f958ebe-6227-3851-ae86-ede3429e6698"> Beyond Simply Keto: Shifting Your Mindset and Realizing Your Worth, with a Step-by-Step Guide to Keto and 100+ Easy Recipes </a> (Victory Belt Publishing), out now.

The author: Suzanne Ryan is behind the popular keto Instagram/YouTube channel/blog <a href="https://ketokarma.com/" id="befa60d2-2b90-310d-a72b-946d4659f8d9"> Keto Karma </a> . Ryan openly discusses how she dealt with weight issues for the majority of her lifeuntil 2015, when she learned about keto when she was 289 pounds. Spoiler: Ryan lost over 100 pounds in just one year and overhauled her physical and mental health in the process. Her first book, Simply Keto, came out in December 2017.

What you'll get: In the Simply Keto *sequel* you'll get more than recipes and ketogenic tips for beginners (though if you need those things, you get all of that, too!). In Beyond Simply Keto, Ryan shares the three main steps she's taken since going keto to also improve her mental health. She uses personal anecdotes about emotional eating, depression, anxiety, and quieting her inner critic to showcase how she shifted her mindset while also shifting her diet. Oh, and the book includes 100+ recipes and step-by-step meal planning guides, too.

Keto Coffee Cake

Makes: 9 servings | Prep time: 20 minutes | Cook time: 30 minutes

Review: Suzanne Ryan's 'Beyond Simply Keto'

<ul><li> 2 cups blanched almond flour </li><li> 1/3 cup Swerve granular sweetener </li><li> 1 tablespoon baking powder </li><li> teaspoon salt </li><li> 6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) cold unsalted butter, finely diced </li><li> 2 large eggs </li><li> 1/3 cup whole-milk ricotta </li><li> cup half-and-half </li><li> 1 teaspoon vanilla extract </li></ul>

Cinnamon Swirl:

<ul><li> 1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened </li><li> 1/3 cup Swerve brown sugar </li><li> 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon </li></ul>

<ol><li> Preheat the oven to 325F. Grease a 9-inch square nonstick baking pan with cooking spray. </li><li> In a large bowl, whisk together the almond flour, sweetener, baking powder, and salt, then work in the cold butter cubes with your hands until combined. </li><li> In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, ricotta, half-and-half, and vanilla until combined, then add to the flour and butter mixture and mix until smooth. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan. </li><li> Combine the ingredients for the cinnamon swirl, then sprinkle the mixture on top of the batter. Using a spoon, work the cinnamon swirl into the top -inch layer of the batter. The top layer should be a darker cinnamon swirl color. </li><li> Bake until the top is golden brown and a toothpick or knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 28 to 30 minutes. Allow to rest for 10 to 15 minutes before serving. Store leftovers in aluminum foil or plastic wrap on the counter for 1 to 2 days, or up to 7 days in the refrigerator. </li></ol>

Nutrition info: 216 calories, 21 g fat, 17 g carbs (2 g net carbs), 4 g protein

Unsurprising things about starting <a href="https://www.womenshealthmag.com/weight-loss/a19434332/what-is-the-keto-diet/" id="aaa7a5e9-0d09-31d0-a500-e52a6c4915a4"> the keto diet </a> : You eat lots of good fats, you reduce your carb intake, and you <a href="https://www.womenshealthmag.com/weight-loss/a27377563/keto-diet-macros/" id="163a93e7-3473-39c9-a2e1-7e99d891aadc"> learn what macros are all about </a> . But here's a part of keto you might not anticipate before you give it a goit migh...

The New Book 'Beyond Simply Keto' Talks About The Surprising Physical *And* Mental Benefits Of Keto

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Endocrinologists

<a href="https://www.bmc.org/about-us/directory/doctor/poorani-n-goundan-md" id="de5a813f-1695-3bf1-affa-3c33aa6e0f34"> Poorani Goundan </a> , M.D., endocrinologist at Boston Medical Center; Mary Vouyiouklis Kellis, M.D., endocrinologist at the <a href="https://my.clevelandclinic.org/" id="12e51498-cb37-3140-acbb-fb9d4cdf97f6"> Cleveland Clinic </a> .

Dendy Engelman, M.D., New York-based dermatologist; Mona Gohara, M.D., professor of dermatology at Yale University; Melissa K. Levin, M.D., of <a href="https://entierederm.com/" id="16b95768-9f1b-3291-abdb-501041a39e0c"> Entire Dermatology </a> in New York City; <a href="http://www.zeichnerdermatology.com/" id="f13fb042-df59-3a9a-a187-8b93b4462f33"> Joshua Zeichner </a> , M.D., New York-based dermatologist.

Hajar Ayoub, M.D., urologist with UT Health and UT Physicians.

Otolaryngologists and Allergy Specialists

Kathleen Dass, M.D., an allergist and immunologist; <a href="https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/profiles/results/directory/profile/10004461/nicholas-rowan" id="db50789a-5e94-344b-af97-bb90dab480e0"> Nicholas Rowan M.D. </a> , assistant professor of otolaryngology and head and neck surgery at Johns Hopkins Medicine

Relationship Experts

<a href="http://drjanegreer.com/" id="2d83fd82-7c03-37ba-a6ea-20014e207b99"> Jane Greer </a> , Ph.D., relationship therapist and author of <a href="https://www.amazon.com/What-About-Me-Selfishness-Relationship/dp/1402242972?tag=womenshealth-auto-20&amp;ascsubtag=[artid|2140.a.23652662[src|[ch|" id="2a94567d-fc40-3807-a412-dfdf7d946f3b"> What About Me? </a> ;Terri Orbuch, Ph.D., relationship expert and author of <a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__drterrithelovedoctor.com_store.html&amp;d=DwMFaQ&amp;c=B73tqXN8Ec0ocRmZHMCntw&amp;r=6jS6jE7D3xHUFQc0DjgVwlaKGBxG5cAipcoQLXg1Idk&amp;m=XAyEjBBM9gxbZ-kaNEHbco_55v9N50conjmKk0PKv80&amp;s=KpQySgkdrRLsmBByS4LazO8xS_4JK9H-Fr3O-fzaBLA&amp;e=" id="ad9478fd-705d-36b2-a5aa-b44c51e488df"> 5 Simple Steps to Take Your Marriage From Good to Great </a> .

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You might be thinking, there's no way the recipes are *really* going to taste delicious and still be keto-friendly. But just listen to some of these recipe names: chocolate mayonnaise layer cake, marble cheesecake, dairy-free chocolate chip skillet cookie, key lime pie bars...need I say more?

The cookbook: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Guide-Keto-Baking/dp/1628603844/ref=sr_1_2?crid=17AEQBPBM7BYX&amp;keywords=carolyn+ketchum&amp;qid=1570205267&amp;sprefix=Carolyn+Ketchum%2Caps%2C171&amp;sr=8-2" id="514477c4-a878-3bdb-aaf9-7f9555c40d22"> The Ultimate Guide to Keto Baking: Master All the Best Tricks for Low-Carb Baking Success </a> (Victory Belt Publishing), out today.

The author: Carolyn Ketchum, who is behind the popular blog <a href="https://alldayidreamaboutfood.com/" id="b7be0fd7-92b7-31dc-a5cd-74e616ca5a9c"> All Day I Dream About Food </a> and is essentially your fairy godmother for low-carb, gluten-free, keto, paleo baking recipes. Ketchum admits that she has a crazy sweet tooth herself, so you know you're in good hands. She's also penned several cookbooks.

What you'll get: I mean, Ketchum said herself on her <a href="https://alldayidreamaboutfood.com/keto-baking/" id="66f7eabd-c681-34be-a9db-514277e02623"> blog </a> that this is her "best keto cookbook yet" (!). The book's got 120 new recipes that you haven't tried before (even if you've been following her for a long time). You also don't have to be a pro baker already. The book is a true guidebook that will walk you through keto ingredients and substitutes (think: keto-friendly flours, sweeteners, you name it) and exactly how to bake with 'em so that you get the most mouthwatering results. All you have to do is read and follow suit.

Bakers, You'll Love This New Keto Baking Cookbook

Fresh herb and ricotta scones

Makes: 6 scones | Prep time: 25 minutes | Cook time: 27 minutes

<ul><li> 1 cups (125g) blanched almond flour </li><li> 2 green onions, white and light green parts only, chopped </li><li> 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley </li><li> 2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary </li><li> 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves </li><li> 1 teaspoons baking powder </li><li> teaspoon salt </li><li> teaspoon black pepper </li><li> cup whole-milk ricotta cheese, room temperature </li><li> 1 large egg </li><li> teaspoon paprika </li><li> teaspoon coarse sea salt </li></ul>

<ol><li> Preheat the oven to 325F and line a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper. Lightly grease the mat or paper. </li><li> In a large bowl, whisk together the almond flour, green onions, herbs, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Stir in the ricotta and egg until the dough comes together. </li><li> Turn the dough out onto the prepared baking sheet and pat into a 6-inch circle. Using a sharp knife, cut into 6 even wedges. Do not separate. Sprinkle with the paprika and coarse salt. </li><li> Bake for about 20 minutes, until the tops are firm to the touch. Remove from the oven and carefully separate the scones, then bake for another 5 to 7 minutes, until the sides are dry to the touch. </li><li> Remove from the oven and let cool completely on the pan. </li></ol>

Nutrition info: 168 calories, 13.8 g fat, 6.8 g carbs, 3.1 g fiber, 7.4 g protein

So you've decided to try keto. You're cutting waaaay down on carbs and sugar. It's the holiday season. Or it's your birthday. Or you just want a cookie on any random night. How the heck do you live without dessert?!?!?! Great news: You don't have to live without dessert thanks to the new cookbook The Ultimate Guide to Keto Baking.

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But now, one of the original creators of the Whole30 program has worked to solve that social life dilemma that can come with the diet plan. Whole30 founder and book author Melissa Hartwig Urban recently published another guide book titled the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Whole30-Friends-Family-Recipes-Occasion/dp/0358115795/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2VAIFW5FW7GCR&amp;keywords=whole+30+friends+and+family&amp;qid=1572991818&amp;sprefix=whole+30+friends%2Caps%2C152&amp;sr=8-1" id="01a19b74-7106-3f08-afd1-f82fb72f122b"> Whole30 Friends and Family </a> and it's all about making Whole30 more doable for people navigating busy and social lives day in, day out.

The cookbook: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Whole30-Friends-Family-Recipes-Occasion/dp/0358115795/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2VAIFW5FW7GCR&amp;keywords=whole+30+friends+and+family&amp;qid=1572991818&amp;sprefix=whole+30+friends%2Caps%2C152&amp;sr=8-1" id="73323c48-8325-39d8-ad06-475415eb2d53"> The Whole30 Friends &amp; Family: 150 Recipes for Every Social Occasion </a> (Houghton Mifflin Harcourt), out now.

The author: Melissa Hartwig Urban ( <a href="https://www.instagram.com/melissau/" id="07a31e98-4d75-3ea2-a6ad-8ebdca5588ff"> @melissau </a> on Instagram). She's the OG <a href="https://www.womenshealthmag.com/weight-loss/a25643051/what-is-the-whole-30-diet/" id="bac9a8d1-834c-3a9c-a062-6fad59356cd7"> Whole30 </a> influencer. Hartwig Urban is the co-creator and CEO of the Whole30 program, not to mention a certified sports nutritionist. If you're curious, the Whole30 started in 2009 when Hartwig Urban started blogging about some serious weight-loss and health success she had after she created a 30-day diet experiment for herself. As you can see, it totally blew up.

What you'll get: The new installment to the Whole30 books is all about making the diet maintainable through life's special moments, often involving lots of other people who may not be on the diet alongside you. For instance, the book has recipesranging from appetizers to full meals to dips and beyonddesigned for social events and occasions, birthday parties, baby showers, and even options for when you're camping. The book also includes advice and tips to make social situations manageable when you're on the diet, so it's not *just* a recipe book.

Smashed potatoes with everything seasoning and garlic mayo

Prep time: 15 minutes | Cook time: 20 minutes

Cookbook Review: 'Whole30 Friends & Family'

<ul><li> 1 teaspoon dried onion flakes </li><li> 1 teaspoon sesame seeds </li><li> 12 teaspoon poppy seeds </li><li> 12 teaspoon garlic powder </li><li> 12 teaspoon salt </li><li> 14 cup Whole30-compliant mayonnaise </li><li> 1 small clove garlic, minced </li><li> 34 to 1 pound baby Yukon Gold or red potatoes </li><li> 2 tablespoons clarified butter or ghee </li><li> 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley </li></ul>

<ol><li> Adjust the oven racks so one is 4 to 6 inches from the broiler heat. Preheat the oven to 400F. Line a large rimmed baking pan with parchment paper. </li><li> In a small bowl, combine the onion flakes, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, garlic powder, and salt. Set aside. </li><li> In another small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise and minced garlic. Set aside. </li><li> Place the potatoes in a medium saucepan. Add enough water to cover by 1 inch. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until just tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Drain; return the potatoes to the saucepan. Add the butter and 2 teaspoons of the seasoning; gently stir to combine. Arrange the potatoes on the baking pan. </li><li> Use the bottom of a glass to smash each potato until about 12 inch thick. Roast on the upper rack for 17 to 20 minutes, until the potatoes are golden brown. Turn the oven to broil. Broil for about 3 minutes, until the potatoes are crisp on top. </li><li> Arrange the potatoes on a platter. To serve, spoon about 1 teaspoon of the garlic mayonnaise on each potato. Sprinkle with the remaining seasoning and the parsley. </li></ol>

I'll say it: The <a href="https://www.womenshealthmag.com/weight-loss/a25643051/what-is-the-whole-30-diet/" id="bac9a8d1-834c-3a9c-a062-6fad59356cd7"> Whole30 </a> isn't easy. It's essentially an elimination diet, and so it recommends cutting out some pretty big food groups for 30 days, including sugar, grains, and dairy. That's tough enough to do on your own...let alone when you have to go interact with or cook for other people.

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