No Fat, low-fat, reduced fat, even fake fat, our focus on the fat content of our food has been an obsession for decades. The funny thing is that our assumption that all dietary fat was the bad guy was based on some faulty science. In light of new research and a willingness to look at…
Movement, our ability to move our physical body effectively, is typically one of those things we take for granted. Until we can’t. Simple injury, like sprains, strains, and even broken bones can sideline us temporarily but we’re usually back out participating in our normal lives after relatively short healing periods. The process of aging however,…
Competing With Exercise Technology Technology that we use with exercise used to be our best friend but I am concerned about our developing addiction to this friend. The self-satisfaction of setting personal records (PR’s), competing with friends for bragging rights over a local hill or race, can all be quantified by portable gadgets that measure…
The Truth About Mineral Deficiencies and Soil Depletion. Minerals and the closely related vitamins, are micronutrients we get from our food sources. Whether you are a dedicated Vegan, unapologetic carnivore, or just suffering through the side effects of a fast-food diet, the nutrition of your food (or lack thereof) is counted in macromolecules (Protein Fats,…
Riding for Your Life: How Bicycling Makes a Difference. Bicycling is likely something each of us has participated in at some point in our lives. Whether it was spinning around the neighborhood as a kid, or something done with a little more seriousness as an adult, riding a bike always has a redeeming feature. It’s…
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