Fitness/Exercise
Optimal Blood Sugar Levels
Optimal blood sugar levels are one of the most vital of the blood chemistry numbers. It ensures graceful aging and optimal health. And note, I didn’t say “normal” levels. Averaging over 95 on fasting glucose will whittle away at your eye health, nerve integrity, circulation, healing capacity, body composition, and energy levels. All while producing…
Read MoreProtein Intake: How to Time It With Your Workouts
The importance of protein intake in regards to exercise recovery, muscle gain and fat loss is well understood. Protein supplementation has existed in the world of exercise and nutrition for more than 60 years. And is more popular now than ever. But, are we getting the most out of this amazing nutrient? Timing is everything.…
Read MoreWhey Protein: Which Whey Is Best?
Atkins, Slim Fast, Muscle Milk, Lean Body, Premier, MetRX, Weider, the list goes on. Since gaining popularity with Joe Weider’s shakes in the 60s and 70s, whey protein has been a staple in the foundation of almost every athlete’s nutritional program. But why is this? What makes whey so special? And better yet, what is…
Read MoreKeto Supplements: Top 5 Supplements to Make the Keto Diet More Effective
Keto? Yes, it is still very much a thing! No diet hangs around for over 100 years without being effective and sustainable. As you have surely heard, the Keto diet has a myriad of health benefits. From weight loss to optimizing insulin levels, lowering brain fog and inflammation, increasing energy, and more. For some folks…
Read MoreEd’s Breakfast Drink Recipe: The Most Tasty and Healthy Way to Start Your Day
Originally published 2018, Updated Feb 2021 – Breakfast Drink Recipe This sounds strange, but visiting auto parts stores in the 70s was a common event for me. Entering the auto parts store, I immediately gravitated to the fuel additives aisle. I was intrigued by the claims on the additive containers. They claimed to extend the…
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