Ep 35 - Sugar & Keto: Keeping It Sweet and Keto-Friendly

Rosanna welcomes back Meghana Hempel, a certified weight loss coach and food addiction recovery specialist, to share her inspiring journey from sugar addiction to lasting food sobriety through a low carb, ketogenic lifestyle. Meghann opens up about her struggles with emotional eating, binge eating, body dysmorphia, and psychiatric drug withdrawal, and how she turned her pain into purpose. She reveals the truth about food addiction vs emotional eating, the real danger of so-called "keto" processed foods, and how to identify your own "drug foods" and danger zones. You’ll learn: The biggest myths about sugar addiction most experts get wrong Why moderation doesn't work for many people Tools for identifying and breaking free from trigger foods How journaling and tracking sobriety can transform your mindset How keto, carnivore, and low-carb eating stabilize insulin, fight cravings, and restore health Go-to keto-friendly snack alternatives and recovery techniques And how healing your relationship with food helps you show up stronger for yourself and your family (1:46) - Meghann's Journey with Weight Loss and Sugar Addiction (9:37) - Sugar Addiction's Biggest Misconception (11:31) - Food Addiction vs. Emotional Eating (15:25) - Tips for Food Addiction (21:37) - Meghann's Cheat (24:14) - Assessing the Low-Carb Community (26:56) - Meghann's Low-Carb Hero Whether you're struggling with your keto journey, battling cravings, or seeking deeper insight into the mental and emotional side of weight loss, this episode is packed with tips and real talk you won’t find anywhere else. 🔗 Download your FREE keto manuals and get your copy of the 30 Day Lifestyle Makeover at SpeedyKetoLiving.com

When it comes to reducing or eliminating carbs, what's the best course of action when it comes to sweets? In this episode, Rosanna goes over the best and worst sugars when it comes to the keto diet and how insulin impacts our health. We cover: (0:50) How Sugar Impacts Fat Burning (2:03) Stay-Away Sugars (4:48) Best Sugars (8:27) Cravings For Sweets   Want a free lifestyle consultation? Visit: https://speedyketoliving.com/schedule/

Are you not satisfied with where you are in life, whether it relates to your health, relationships or professional life? In this episode Rosanna helps you move from collecting information to implementing a plan of action. Take these action steps to start getting results.  (0:59) - Rosanna's Moment of Change (6:34) - Collecting Information vs Implementing a Plan (7:52) - 8-8-8   Want a free lifestyle consultation? Visit: https://speedyketoliving.com/schedule/

In this myth-busting episode, Rosanna tackles the most common keto misconceptions that stop people from reaching their goals. Have you ever heard that keto is all bacon and butter? That you can eat unlimited protein and still thrive? Or that keto can cause ketoacidosis? Rosanna breaks it all down with clear, science-backed explanations, separating fact from fear. We’ll also cover whether you can actually build muscle on keto, if the diet is just a fad, and why not all fats are created equal—plus, what you really need to know about fiber on keto, heart health, and staying in ketosis. Whether you're a keto beginner, a weight loss warrior, or just trying to optimize your nutrition and metabolism, this episode is packed with keto clarity. Perfect for busy professionals, moms on keto, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who wants quick and reliable keto tips to fuel their journey. 🎧 Listen now and take your keto lifestyle to the next level! (0:48) - Myth 1 (2:07) - Myth 2 (3:47) - Myth 3 (5:43) - Myth 4 (8:00) - Myth 5 (9:06) - Myth 6 (10:43) - Myth 7 (12:19) - Myth 8 (13:51) - Myth 9   Want a free lifestyle consultation? Visit: https://speedyketoliving.com/schedule/  

Most of our weight loss goals tend to center on a target weight or how many pounds we want to lose. But what are some goals we should consider that aren't just a number? In this episode of Speedy Keto Living, Rosanna shares 3 weight loss benefits that don't involve the scale.  (0:50) - Defining Non-Scale Victories (1:44) - Victory #1 (5:41) - Victory #2 (8:41) - Victory #3   Want a free lifestyle consultation? Visit: https://speedyketoliving.com/schedule/

What is the Keto Flu and how can you avoid it? In this episode of Speedy Keto Living, Rosanna explains what the Keto Flu is and why you experience it early in your keto journey. We cover: (1:36) - What is the Keto Flu? (4:03) - How to Prepare (7:03) - Helpful Foods (10:31) - 3 Recommendations   Want a free lifestyle consultation? Visit: https://speedyketoliving.com/schedule/

We often hear that the keto diet is unsustainable. In this episode, Rosanna explores what is fact and what is fiction about adopting the keto diet for a long period of time. She covers: (1:56) - Defining Long Term (4:12) - What Is Your Goal? (7:09) - Finding a Sustainable Diet (9:34) - Good Energy   Attend a free Keto KickStart Workshop: https://speedyketoliving.com/

Rosanna covers seven different popular variations of the keto diet in this episode. She shares her experiences with the ones she's tried and what the differences are between all seven.  (1:42) - Version 1 - SKD (2:18) - Version 2 - CKD (3:50) - Version 3 - TKD (5:35) - Version 4 - HPKD (6:44) - Version 5 - LKD (7:47) - Version 6 - DLKD (10:52) - Version 7 - Carnivore Keto   Attend a free Keto KickStart Workshop: https://speedyketoliving.com/

Is the scale stuck for you? In this episode, Rosanna covers 10 popular reasons for why we hit weight loss plateaus with the ketogenic diet, and 4 ways to break through your plateau. Covered in this episode: (1:01) - Hidden Carbs (1:30) - Stress (2:03) - Not Tracking Macros   (2:35) - Lack of Movement   (3:28) - Inflammation   (5:02) - Too Much "Keto-Friendly" Foods   (5:42) - Drinks With Too Many Calories   (6:07) - Not Prioritizing Protein   (6:49) - Not Getting Enough Sleep   (7:27) - Too Much Cardio   (8:46) - Tweak Your Macros   (11:01) - Intermittent Fasting   (13:26) - More Movement   (13:46) - Increased Tracking   Looking for a weight loss coach? Schedule a free consultation here: https://speedyketoliving.com/coaching/

In this episode, Rosanna explains the benefits of feedback loops when it comes to getting success out of your diet or fitness routine. She covers: (0:53) - What is a Feedback Loop? (2:50) - Why Feedback Loops are Critical to Weight Loss (4:38) - Plateaus (6:04) - Starting a Feedback Loop (9:28) - Making Changes   Looking for a weight loss coach? Schedule a free consultation here: https://speedyketoliving.com/coaching/