A 54 year-old man died recently from eating too much licorice. Hard to believe right? It is true. This was reported in The New England Journal of Medicine and on the news. The man was a construction worker from Massachusetts. He lost consciousness inside a fast-food restaurant and was taken to a hospital, where he […]
Independent functioning is at the core of successful aging, and independent mobility is critical to independent functioning. Exercise is very important for all ages, but to maintain independent functioning as we age it is critical. Exercise is recommended for older adults because it promotes physical and mental health, may improve mobility, and prevents walking difficulties. […]
Most people really get going on their fitness goals early in January. Then by March it is all over! What with all the upheaval our world is experiencing, it is no wonder most people are feeling lost. Years ago there was a book titled Who Stole My Cheese. It helped people understand where their goals […]
We have been told to stay home and away from others. Or at least six feet away from others when we do go out. We are allowed to exercise outdoors during this difficult time. If you are in a rural area avoiding other people is easier. If you are a runner it shouldn’t be impossible […]
When you contemplate a change in lifestyle, nutrition is usually the prime change. For many people weight loss is the primary goal that many people want the most. But over all health improvement should be the top focus. Eating foods that provide balanced nutrition, tastes good, and leaves you feeling good has inherent value. Moving […]
When you start a new health plan, food choices are very important. While very important, food alone isn’t the total health benefit! However, we have to exercise, not only aerobically but strength training is critical. When you understand the benefits you just might become more active. Writing in PLoS One, senior author Stephanie Schoeppe and […]
Diet plans are facing us every where we look. Some of them are so questionable you would wonder why anyone would want to follow such a plan. But many people do! Luckily the best diets were evaluated and written about in the newest U.S. News and Word Report. The top rated plan is and has […]
Stepping on the bathroom scale doesn’t tell you the what your real weight is! Scale weight alone is not a clear indicator of good health because it does not distinguish between pounds that come from body fat and those that come from lean body mass or muscle. Carrying too much fat is a condition called […]
If you are or ever have struggled with weight gain and not be able to eliminate it easily, your gut may be the problem. In recent years researchers have become increasingly convinced that the microbes that flourish our intestines have become the culprit. That research has led to the study of the billions and billions […]
MCT seems to be the buzz word in losing weight these days. MCT stands for medium-chain triglycerides. They are a type of fatty acid that is derived from coconut oil and palm oil. MCT is considered to be a super fuel for your cells, because it boosts fat burning and increases mental clarity. The amount […]
