Do you have enough protein in your diet? Is it quality protein? Protein, like carbohydrates and fat, is a macronutrient. It’s in every cell in the body. Amino acids combine to create protein. Scientists identified hundreds of amino acids, but only 20 are in humans. The body can produce eleven amino acids but must get […]
You stay up all night baking the cookies when your child tells you the night before he volunteered, you’d do it. You work extra hours to ensure there’s enough money to buy your daughter her favorite doll or have the special equipment for your child’s favorite sport. The problem is you exhaust yourself. You need […]
Are you worried about what your child is served in school lunches? If so, you can create healthy meals for your child and cut out all the added sugar and high calories. It’s easy when you meal prep. It takes some extra thought, but when you consider the increase in obesity and type 2 diabetes […]
No matter what the hobby, advocation, or task, people often start with full enthusiasm. Sometimes that enthusiasm dies quickly, sometimes it lasts forever. It’s also true about going to the gym. Many people have lifetime memberships that they’ve only used a few times. There is no right or wrong answer on how often a beginner […]
If you’ve struggled to lose weight and have almost given up, consider adding another tool to help. You can improve your odds of success with a weight loss support group. There are many benefits for the frustrated dieter that has tried to go it alone. It’s far easier to skip a workout or sneak a […]
Every person is unique and so is their ability to recover. The time it takes for recovery will vary based on that, their previous health, and the type of surgery performed. Exercising can cut the time recovering from surgery, but that’s also based on the individual. One thing that doesn’t change is that you influence […]
If you’ve never worked out with kettlebells or don’t know what they are, they look like miniature cannonballs with handles. Unlike dumbbells or barbells that have an even center of gravity, a kettlebell’s center is uneven, making your core work harder for balance. They’re also great for building strength, endurance, and flexibility. Adding kettlebells can […]
Do you debate when you shop whether to choose more expensive options like organic fruits and vegetables, or pastured animal products? With prices increasing everywhere, getting the most for your money is important. The key is knowing where you get the most health advantages from choosing organic food over commercially grown food and when you […]
In the grocery store, you’ll see signs touting gluten-free products everywhere. It can scare you into believing that gluten is dangerous when it’s not. While some people have a reaction to products containing gluten and should avoid them, not everyone is sensitive to it, or have an allergy, or celiac disease. Just as some people […]
People who are trying to lose weight may turn to informal fasting. Fasting has been part of society since civilization first started. It has been part of religious rituals, health regimens, and weight loss programs. There are all types of fasts. Water fasts, juice fasts, weekend fasts, and intermittent fasts based on a window of […]