Rule #1: It is not what you put in your mouth that matters, it is what makes it to your bloodstream. If it passes through, it does not count. (19th century chemist Wilbur Olin Atwater created the “calorie” by incinerating food. BUT incineration does NOT equal digestion.) Rule #2: The hormonal responses to carbohydrates, protein and fat are different. Study by Kekwick & Pawan – 3 … [Read more...]

The history of science is filled with brilliant discoveries that were not warmly welcomed. In fact, it’s almost a truism that it takes about 50 years before a revolutionary concept is truly accepted by the mainstream, particularly when that concept challenges prevailing dogma. Take vitamin C and scurvy. Although the first documented experiment showing that fresh fruit or lemon juice could … [Read more...]

Dieting : Calorie restriction makes your body worse at burning fat. Leptin plummets, the metabolism regulating thyroid hormones T3 and T4 go down, the appetite stimulating hormone gherelin goes up, the abdominal fat boosting stress hormone gradually increases, 24 hour energy expenditure and metabolic rate decreases. Insulin is the adjustable regulator. Increase or decrease the … [Read more...]

Law #1: Develop Joint Flexibility Use the entire range of motion of major joints. Especially knees, ankles and hips. Plantar flexion is a key. Law #2: Develop Tendon Strength Muscle strength improves faster than tendon and ligament strength. Training tendons and ligaments causes them to enlarge in diameter, increasing their ability to withstand tension and tearing. Law #3: Develop Core … [Read more...]

It is Wednesday and 34 degrees F in Providence . . . and I need a little motivation. Cue The Who. Have a lovely week! -Shannon G. … [Read more...]

What will you give me if I tell you that burning fat is the easiest thing in the world? And I am not kidding. By eating the right food items you can easily burn fat and reduce weight in a matter of a few months. How you ask? You will just need to change what you eat. Replace unhealthy toxic food items with healthy natural ones. In this article we are going to look at a free list of fat burning … [Read more...]

It is a small-known fact that Superbowl Sunday is the second largest day for consumption in the United States. The first? Thanksgiving. To be fair, I was ill-prepared to face the Buffalo Chicken Dip with Lays Potato Chips, the Macaroni and Cheese covered in cracker bites and the Double Chocolate-Fudge Brownies with M&Ms on top. I was full after the dip . . . and before the Kickoff. But I … [Read more...]

I recently went out to Chili's with a friend. We both were attempting to be healthy so we began to peruse the salad section. After looking over the options, I settled on the Quesadilla Explosion Salad.  Here's how Chili's describes its salad: "Layers of flavor make this our most popular salad. Includes grilled chicken with cheese, tomatoes, corn relish, cilantro and tortilla strips. Served with … [Read more...]

It is a new month and with that comes changing up your workout. Want celebrity arms? Well, you're in luck! Let's end February with arms even Michelle Obama would envy. THAT GYM GUY’S CELEBRITY ARM WORKOUT Workout 1: Bench Dips Standing Dumbbell Curl Dumbbell Overhead Lateral Raise Pulley Push Down Cable Curl Dumbbell Alternate Arm Front Raise Workout 2: Push … [Read more...]

Find out why omentum - a type of belly fat - is the baddest fat in town. By RealAge If you're overweight, the extra fat is sure to manifest itself in some outward side effects, like a lack of energy or self-esteem. But many of the risk factors associated with carrying too much fat don't have any outward symptoms at all -- the only way to tell whether being overweight is threatening your life is … [Read more...]

Many people, who do not exercise much, do so on the premise that they are fit and healthy and do not need to exercise. On the other hand, there are those who hate exercise so much that they are ready to avoid it no matter how poor their fitness level. If you feel you are one of those people who are fit enough not to need exercise then it is time that you took a test to assess your fitness … [Read more...]

Researchers at Yale University decided to see how your thoughts affect your body's response to food. The study, published in the online journal Health Psychology, focused on ghrelin levels in the body. So we're on the same page, ghrelin is also known as the "hunger" hormone. It sends a signal to your brain that makes you want to eat. If your body's ghrelin levels are high, you'll tend to … [Read more...]

I found this article and wanted to share it with you. The most important way to reduce your risk for diabetes is to eat a healthy diet and EXERCISE regularly. The International Diabetes Federation predicts that at least one in 10 adults could have diabetes by 2030, according to its latest statistics. In a report issued on Monday, the advocacy group estimated that 552 million people could have … [Read more...]

With last weeks snowstorm, I believe it is all too obvious that Winter is on its way. Expect snow, freezing temperatures and high heating costs. What you can avoid, however, is that Winter cough. Here are a few ways to beat your cold during the holiday season. Immune System Booster Charge: Vitamin D in Natural Form (Sunlight). Take that Winter Vacation you have been dreaming about! Egg … [Read more...]

By Ryan Andrews What is energy balance? “Energy balance” is the relationship between “energy in” (food calories taken into the body through food and drink) and “energy out” (calories being used in the body for our daily energy requirements). … [Read more...]