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Low-Fat, Keto, or Somewhere In Between?
June 18, 2020When it comes to the consumption of dietary fat, there are a lot of varying opinions. Eating a low-fat diet has…
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Stress is Growth
November 11, 2018Disclaimer: Chronic stress is a genuine concern in our current environment. Continuous “fight-or-flight” responses and prolonged cortisol exposure plague countless individuals,…
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Once Upon a Time in Mexico
September 23, 2018“Squats don’t hurt your knees; what you are doing hurts your knees.” -Dan John By the writing of this article, there…
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Exercise: The Technical Knockout
September 4, 2018Grappling is my first and forever love. That will be an awkward conversation with my future wife. My love of grappling…
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Sleep The Fat Away?
June 9, 2020“Six hours for a man, seven for a woman and eight for a fool.” -Napoleon Bonaparte Were Napoleon’s sentiments correct? Was…
Read MoreThe Examined Goal
June 1, 2018It all appears so simple. Set a goal. Work hard. Achieve the goal. Create new goal. You don’t have to…
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What is Inflammation?
May 30, 2018If you look up the definition, you’ll find this: “A system of information flow in response to injury and infection.” That sounds normal and harmless; inflammation is necessary for normal bodily function to occur. Without inflammation, we cannot fight microscopic invaders like bacteria, viruses and fungus, remove damaged tissue, or even eliminate cancerous or abnormal cells.
Read More"Red Meat Increases the Risk of Dying"
May 24, 2018Did that get your attention? If it did, you’re not alone. That was a headline from a leading publication in 2017. Panic. Terror. Cows breathe a sigh of relief. Is the headline true? It must be. The study says so. Not so fast. I’m sure you’ve seen headlines with the phrases, “increase risk of,” or “linked to.” Usually, those are from “observational studies.” Those studies have a place in the world of science, but how? Quick, read further and save the ribeyes!
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Thanksgiving Pork Stuffing
February 25, 2016Stuffing is pretty much everyone's favorite traditional Thanksgiving Day dish! However, without the right recipe, it’s not worth the price you'll pay for... Read More