There are many factors that influence the results you get from your exercise regimen. These three are what I consider the essentials for getting the results you want: 1. Consistency – This is by far the most important factor. In fact, it is indispensable. No matter how hard you work or what physical activity you engage in, you are wasting your time if you aren’t consistent. So what is consistency when it comes to exercise? Well that is largely … Read More
Moroccan Beef Pot
Well it seems the last recipe I posted was a big hit! Thanks for all the feedback. In fact, you liked it so much many of you requested more soup recipes. So here is another one of favorites that will keep you warm. This is a wonderfully hearty, traditional stew with cinnamon, oregano, cayenne and a healthy upgrade. The indigenous recipe calls for potatoes, but I’ve substituted quinoa. You can’t go wrong with that! And like I always try to … Read More
10 Ways to Optimize Your Metabolism During the Holidays
This is by means an all-or-nothing list. If you can take just one or two of these lifestyle changes, it can make a noticeable difference in how you feel every day. Essentially, these are listed in order of potential biggest to least impact. So begin at the top and work your way down. Pay attention to how you feel when adopting these changes, but most of all, be patient with yourself. Here they are: 1. Drink your water—gradually increase your … Read More
Superfood Stew
This is an excellent, hearty, nutrient-dense soup that will warm your stomach and nourish your body; the root vegetables and dark, leafy greens make this an especially good winter-time soup that’s really more like a stew. This is great comfort food without the guilt! I make a pot of this a few times a season and I can get 3-4 meals out of it. But then I’m a growing boy Enjoy! (makes 6-8 servings) Ingredients: 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive … Read More
The Truth About the Flu Vaccine
This installment serves as my annual public service message regarding the flu vaccine. Every year there is a huge push through the media and our health practitioners to get the flu vaccine. And the majority of us just go along and trust these advocates’ assertion that the vaccine is safe and will prevent you from getting the flu. But when you look at the data, as I have summarized below, you will see this is simply not true. So why … Read More
