15 Incredibly Heart-Healthy Foods
Heart disease accounts for nearly one-third of all deaths worldwide. What you eat plays a major role in heart health and can impact your risk of heart disease. In fact, certain foods can influence blood […]
Cholesterol – Specifically High Density Lipoproteins
What is HDL Cholesterol HDL (AKA ‘H’ for Happy) carries about 1/3-1/4 of the blood cholesterol. Higher levels seem to protect against cardiovascular disease. HDL levels less than 40 mg/dl appear to be a risk […]
Cholesterol – Specifically Low-Density Lipoproteins or LDL
What is LDL Cholesterol LDL (AKA ‘L’ for lousy) Cholesterol and is the major carrier of cholesterol in the blood. Too much saturated fats and Trans Fats in the diet can cause LDL cholesterol to […]
Cholesterol – Triglycerides specifically!
What are Triglycerides Triglycerides are a normal substance found in the bloodstream and necessary for life. It provides fuel needed for body cells to function. Too many triglycerides floating in the bloodstream increases your chances […]
Hypertension – High Blood Pressure – The Silent Killer
This edition will focus on what foods you CAN eat when it comes to controlling blood pressure. I am sure you have heard that foods rich in potassium lowers blood pressure. Common foods name are […]
5 Simple Weight-Loss Strategies – part III
It’s easy enough to say eat less, move more, but often more difficult to do. Here are a few ideas on how to make it easier: 4. CONSIDER NON-SCALE VICTORIES Your weight is determined by […]
5 Simple Weight-Loss Strategies – part II
It’s easy enough to say eat less, move more, but often more difficult to do. Here are a few ideas on how to make it easier: 3. LEARN HOW TO ORDER AT RESTAURANTS Eating out […]
5 Simple Weight-Loss Strategies – Part I
It’s easy enough to say eat less, move more, but often more difficult to do. Here are a few ideas on how to make it easier: 1. REMOVE TEMPTATION If you’re trying to set yourself […]
5 Simply Tips to Avoid the Holiday Weight Gain….
People tend to over-indulge, and it’s estimated the average person consumes around 3,000 calories on a special day. For many people, that can be two days worth of calories in one. The extra fuel comes […]
5 Ways Going Keto Could Affect Your Workouts (Part 4 of 4)
#4 YOUR RECOVERY WILL BE SLOWER Are you are concerned about personal bests or training for a race? The true ketogenic diet is not usually associated with better athletic performance. Power sports like weightlifting or sprinting, most […]