It’s not only here in the US that getting people moving is an issue; an article in the Times yesterday addressed the obesity rate in Qatar and their interesting approach to offer a safe-from-the-heat means to exercise for their citizens: mall walking. While it might not be the most natural venue to engage in physical […]
Read More ›We’re talking exercise, people! If you have weight loss as one of your overall health goals, whether it’s the last five pounds post-pregnancy, or you’re embarking on reaching a more long term goal of a large amount of weight to lose, the following tip may be of particular interest: Exercising in the morning, before eating, […]
Read More ›This has got to stop. It’s getting far too convoluted and confusing. “Paleo” is being used far too loosely and as result, too many people who might benefit tremendously from following True Paleo are, in effect, being deprived of the opportunity to try it. For example, if you have an autoimmune condition, the real Paleo […]
Read More ›The other day I was doing a track workout at the local high school and preparation had ensued for that evening’s 4th of July festivities. Since it was to be a family affair, everything that was being set up was indicative of the typical barbecue- red checked tablecloths, cases and cases of hot dog and […]
Read More ›I was out to dinner with friends the other day, making my usual picky order with the server (may I please double check that there is not soy, gluten, flour…etc in my entree). I believe those of us who live in an area like Los Angeles are definitely a bit spoiled in terms of […]
Read More ›Let’s face it. For many, the Fourth of July is not only an occasion to celebrate the Declaration of Independence with friends and family…it’s a reason to drink, and drink a lot. I recall one barbecue I attended years ago which began with what was being called a “triathlon”, which was actually anything but; […]
Read More ›A piece from the Times the other day really did a great job at illustrating how for so many people, eating ‘healthy’ food is a constant battle, even for those who do so most of the time. The article mainly focused on fast food restaurants attempting to offer healthier, lower calorie foods, yet seeing trends […]
Read More ›It happens far more often than not. Whether you’re a veteran runner or completing your first 5k, receiving a ‘goodie bag’ containing items such as those pictured above when registering for the event is all too common. I decided this Sunday to accept the bag simply for purposes of blogging about it and taking […]
Read More ›Have your kids been diagnosed with ADD or ADHD? If so, what was the advice given either by the pediatrician? Did they happen to ask about what your, or your kids’ exercise habits are, and what your respective diets look like? Chances are, probably not. According to a study published in the […]
Read More ›How many times have we seen this: a TV show, a magazine article or a piece on the news about how “low back pain is just part of again- why not take X medication to help dull the pain“‘, or “has your digestion slowed down as you age? Try ‘X’ pill to help regulate things!”? […]
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