With so much confusing and contradictory information out there regarding weight loss, it’s no wonder we are among the most overweight countries in the world. This article from poliquingroup.com details some of the most common pitfalls and mistakes we commonly make when it comes to burning fat…most of which comes from inaccurate and misleading information
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June 05, 2018
Is Stress Giving You Joint Pain?
Whenever my clients talk to me about their unexplained joint pain, my mind automatically says two words to me… “stress” or “food”. Whether its processed food, or a food allergy, they’re both stressors to the body. So the underlying issue that I’m really thinking of is STRESS. Most people don’t make the connection between their
May 31, 2018
How Sunscreen Can GIVE You Cancer
Most of us think we are doing the right thing when we lather up with sunscreen before a day out in the sun. However, what most people don’t know is that Vitamin A (retinol) is an additive in most conventional sunscreens. Retinol by itself is not harmful, but in the presence of sunlight,it has been
May 23, 2018
Five Performance Nutrients That Are Only Found In Animal Protein
Although animal protein has gotten a bad rap since the 70’s, it’s still the best, and most bio-available source of protein for humans. This goal of this article, from poliquingroup.com, is not to make a case against veganism. It’s to shed light on the vital nutrients that are only found in animal protein. If you’re
May 17, 2018
Fats and Oils – Friend or Foe?
Fat is our friend, not the enemy…Unless we are talking about commercially raised animal fats, trans fats or vegetable oils, of course. Healthy dietary fat does not make us fat. Carbs are typically the culprit in that sense. This article from the Weston A Price Foundation addresses some typical questions behind the bad reputation of fats
May 09, 2018
Paul Chek’s Tips On Grips
Most gym goers rarely think about the sequencing of their exercises for each workout. The mentality behind most people’s workout is “Cardio. Then Weights. Then Abs.” However, your workouts should typically be sequenced in order of complexity, or neurological/physical demand. Paul Chek – in this article and video from paulcheksblog.com – goes one step further
May 03, 2018
5 Untold Facts About Alzheimer’s You Need To Know
This article by Dr. David Perlmutter from drperlmutter.com reveals 5 facts that are kept out of the mainstream conversation about Alzheimer’s Disease. Today, take a moment to consider these five amazing facts about Alzheimer’s Disease. How many did you know before reading? Alzheimer’s is preventable. More than 50% of Alzheimer’s cases can be prevented with
May 01, 2018
TOP 6 REASONS YOU’RE NOT LOSING WEIGHT
1) RESTRICTING CALORIES. Losing weight isn’t about eating less. It’s about eating right. Someone who eats 1700 calories of doritos, tequila, and taco bell will not lose more weight than someone who eats 2000 calories of broccoli, chicken, and almonds. Why? The effect of toxic, processed foods on the body can cause inflammation in
April 24, 2018
5 Solutions to HypoThyroidism
Many of my clients come to me with some sort of thyroid issue. Most of which are taking Levothyroxine (Synthroid), and some of which have had their thyroid surgically removed. The good news is that many thyroid issues are not caused by the thyroid itself, and thus can be treated with lifestyle adjustments. Stress and obesity
April 18, 2018
Lectins and Phytic Acid: What it Means to Eat Beans
Beans, lugumes, nuts, and nightshades have been under heavy scrutiny lately, further confusing the general public and causing most people to say “Now I can’t eat beans and tomatoes anymore??!!” Whenever people ask me if they should eliminate these foods that contain potentially harmful lectins and physic acid, I usually respond with the following questions: