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Starting today... ...I want you to really keep track of your health. Specifically keep track of food for boost immune system. ​“uh, what?” I know what you’re thinking…  Why Should You Listen To Me? ​That is a fair question to ask. ​I'll explain... To begin... ...think back over the past several months. How many times have you been ill? Does it seem like you catch every bug that comes through your home, work, or school? Are your...
Have you ever tried to induce a state called ketosis? ​“uh, what?” ​Let me explain the... ​Negatives of ​ketogenic diet. Ketosis can happen whether we work for it or not. ​The keto diet ​​is insanely effective... ​ Is it a good fit for you?  ​Should you do it? When we don’t eat enough carbohydrates, our body looks for fat to use as energy. When fat is our energy source, we have ​higher concentrations of ketones. This is what the ketogenic...
How do you feel about fruit juice for weight loss? Not sure? What about pineapple juice benefits for weight loss? If you’re skeptical... ...I don’t blame you. Fruit juice is high in sugar and low in fiber. If it’s store bought, those sugars probably aren’t even all-natural. Still, when sourced properly, fruit juice can be very high in vitamins and antioxidants. Lately, there’s been a buzz around pineapple juice benefits...
​How to lose belly fat naturally without exercise! ​Can you hold a proper plank? How many crunch variations do you know? Such exercises are excellent for building a stronger core. ​The real question is; do they reduce belly fat? Knowing that you can’t spot-reduce fat... ...my inclination is to say no. For a lot of us, a mix of cardio and resistance training is more effective. ​However, I’m aware that exercise isn’t in the cards for many people....
Do you get excited over new kitchen gadgets? Personally, I’m all about them. Would you be interested in knowing about the best cheap smoothie blenders? You would? Great! ​Then ​read on for the best guide to budget blenders... One year... ...this high-end blender was at the top of my wish list. It wasn’t the best of the best, mind you, but it was still firmly in the three-figure range. I did a happy dance when I opened it on my birthday that...
​How do you feel about carbohydrates? They’re good if you need energy, but a lot of carbs can lead to weight gain, right? Which brings me to ​the next question... Do you think there are any benefits ​of eating dates in the morning? “uh, what?” Okay… we’ll get back to that in just a minute. ​And how do you feel about sugar? It’s the devil, isn’t it? Not only does it lead to weight gain, but it contributes to disease. ​What if I told you that...
It’s that time of year again. Leaves are falling from the trees, there’s pumpkin spice everything, and the ubiquitous candy displays are doing nothing for your diet. But there’s one colorful display that you probably pass right on by with your shopping cart—squash! Whenever I ask people about winter squash, they inevitably reply with something along the lines of “those pretty fall decorations?” Well, sort of . . . but not what I was going for....
You've tried virtually every "diet" you can think of and still haven't lost weight. Or, perhaps you've lost weight only to gain it back quickly. You feel like you are in a never-ending battle you can't win. Does this sound familiar? Stop beating yourself over the head in frustration and stop believing in the weight loss and exercise myths! More than likely, you just aren't armed with the correct information to help you successfully reach your...
​​​The secret ingredient ​to my healthy recipes. Have you ever tried a Mediterranean diet? It wouldn’t surprise me if you had. It was pretty trendy around the turn of the century. ​But unlike most fad diets, this one is something worth sticking to. It involves little (if any) red meat, quality olive oils over animal fats and plenty of plants. It also includes lots of ripe, vitamin-packed tomatoes as a foundation. ​Today... ...we’re going to...
​Drop that knife... ...and tell me if this sounds familiar. ​When I was young, I always wanted to cut the crusts of my sandwiches off. Among kids, this is not an uncommon preference. Inevitably, as I would run the butter knife along the edges of my peanut butter and jelly, Mom would protest. ​“Don’t cut off that crust - that’s where the vitamins are!” ​To me... this sound​ed very superstitious, so I wouldn’t pay her any mind. ​Here’s the...
Before you make any big life-changing decision, you will likely assess yourself and the situation. This means that you evaluate your abilities, your desires, and what’s best for you. This should also apply before you begin a weight loss program. Start by doing a little in-depth research on yourself. Try jotting down information about your activities, goals, and interests. Use this information to formulate a realistic diet and exercise routine....
For most of us, the #1 challenge in the quest to stay in shape and/or lose weight is not exercising itself but being able to actually fit an exercise program into our busy schedules. So how do you do it? How do you balance the demands of family, career, important errands, relationships, organizational responsibilities, and working out? I have found that there are five keys that will help you to be able to fit a consistent workout plan into your...
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