It’s already April and spring is in full effect. The days grow longer, the air feels warmer and this can set the stage for the perfect scenario to get outside and take advantage of the start of some really nice weather. But for others, going outside is anything but fun. Instead they’re […]
Read More ›As if there were anything to hide! Anyone who’s been reading the Paleoista blog since its inception back in 2007 can vouch for the fact that I am, admittedly, quite possibly, one of the biggest kale pushers around. I’ll throw some Kale in the Vitamix as part of my post workout smoothie in the morning […]
Read More ›You’ve probably read about it by now; beets are hot! While I may not go so far as to say they’re the new kale (solely because of my love of the leafy green), they’re something worth looking into, to say the least. Beets, rich in Nitrates (NO3), provide a concentrated source of dietary nitrate, which […]
Read More ›Spring is here! What better way to take advantage of the abundance of produce than to create something that embodies the essence of spring: a light, easy to prepare, crisp salad that’s ready in less than five minutes. Being a fan of some heat, such as what you might enjoy when dining on […]
Read More ›Looking for an easy, fast way to turn boring carrot and celery sticks into a more interesting snack? How about a way to jazz up broiled wild Halibut? Do you like roasted red peppers, almonds, a twist of lemon and some cilantro? Check out my recipe for Paleoista’s Romesco Sauce; perfect as a dip for […]
Read More ›I’ve never been a big fan of dousing steak sauce on a beautiful grass-fed filet or covering an arugula and pear salad with a wad of gorgonzola. I tend to like simple, local and fresh… all of which make for an opportunity to enjoy the real taste of the food you’re eating instead of masking […]
Read More ›It’s been a lovely getaway here at the San Ysidro Ranch; the perfect place for some R&R after Sunday’s marathon. This is a particularly special place for my husband and me, having spent the days leading up to our wedding here, as well as several birthdays and anniversaries. I could go on for hours about […]
Read More ›Perfect race conditions. Despite a prediction for a mega heat wave that was certainly in effect yesterday in LA, the race began today just before 7 and temps felt significantly lower than yesterday, although, being a fan of racing in hot, humid Kona, I wouldn’t have minded if it had been even warmer. I’d […]
Read More ›In a word…food. You’ll want to perform, so you’ve reduced training over the course of the week, increased rest and truly primed the pump in order to toe the line as though you’ve got springs in your feet. Starchy root veggies such as yam or sweet potato play a role in the diet of a […]
Read More ›Wondering what the USDA suggests for athletes? Let’s see. First, we head to the parent site and do a search and are greeted with a list of resources, starting with such references as MedlinePlus and Australian Institute of Sport and then…there it is. The Gatorade Sports Science Institute. “Founded in 1985, the Gatorade Sports Science Institute (GSSI) is committed […]
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