How Important Are Bananas?

Nell – Maybe sometime write a post on bananas? Some people think they're absolutely indespensable just before a workout, some people think they should be avoided. I'm fairly agnostic about them. I like the taste, generally, but I don't think they rock my athletic performance world, neither pre, during or post workout… I love the […]

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Grass-Fed Pork?

A reader recently sent me an email asking how pork could be Paleo if it's grain fed.  Well, you don't have to buy grain fed pork as grass fed is a healthier, more natural option. While I'm spoiled here in Los Angeles with several local providers, I was ill-equipped to reply until I did a […]

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Strawberry Pie and Consistency…

Nell, With local, organic strawberries coming into season, I am really missing the homemade strawberry pie I used to always make, before going Paleo.  The recipe I use is definitely not Paleo, as it has a flour-crust and uses Sure Jell to thicken it, along with cornstarch and sugar.  I tried making something out of […]

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“Raise Your Hand For Chocolate Milk” What the…?????

After yesterday's post discussing a piece on US News which ranked popular US Diets, including Paleo, I clicked the author's link and found a list of affiliated organizations, one of which included one called:"Raise Your Hand For Chocolate Milk" This is not a joke.I clicked the link  and it is an actual cause which is supported […]

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Defending Paleo

  Hi Nell, I've been a big Paleo supporter for quite some time and I've shared my success with lots of friends who have joined the ranks. But this morning, someone dropped this article on me… I'd love your thoughts on how to best defend this… Dan Hi, Dan, I contacted the author and she referred me […]

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The Macadamia

I was already a macadamia fan, but I grew to love them even more on this most recent trip to Hawaii.  Yes, they offer all sorts of candied up versions, but my fave is still the natural, raw type. In addition to tasting great, they offer MANY health benefits: The natural oils in macadamias contain […]

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Running Fast or Fasted Running?

Should you go into a workout 'on empty'? Do a quick google search and you'll find a host of recommendations. Here's my take, and what I do myself: If I have a short (i/e an hour or less) and easy (i/e a recovery spin on my bike on the trainer) AND it's first thing in […]

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Kind Words from my Coach, Lance Watson

  Lance Watson has been my coach for three and half years.  He's like one of the family now! :)   CHECK OUT HIS SITE HERE                 LifeSport Athletes Punch Ticket to Kona!Hawaii 70.3 Earns Athletes’ Slots for Ironman and Ironman 70.3 World Championships!   Jun 07, 2011   […]

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MY PLATE Follow Up…

Just HAD to post a link to what I think is a GREAT answer to this morning's post about 'MY PLATE", sent in by a reader. Thanks, NOM NOM Paleo for this- brilliant!! Click HERE for their site…

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