I’m going to go out on a limb, here, and guess that you would love to lose a little bit of fat somewhere. I have only met a few people in life who don’t have at least one part of their body they wish they could shed some fat from. What’s the best way to get rid of fat. Two things affect how much body fat a person has: the amount of food you consume (and the quality of that food), and the amount of exercise you get. Recent issues have focused on the food going in, so in this issue I’ll focus on the exercise component. (more…)
The single most important nutrient in our bodies (after air) is water. We are made up of approximately 70% water. Without enough water, our nerves and muscles quit working and we quickly die. Body temperature regulation is heavily water-dependant. We need water to ingest, digest, and eliminate food. Vision and hearing stop working without enough water supplied. Our lungs need water to keep from drying out. Yes, water is essential to every moment of life. (more…)
The holidays are approaching, and for many people this means large and heavy meals. It’s hard to imagine fasting at a time like this. Yet, fasting is seen by many as a powerful tool for many reasons. So should you ever consider a fast? (more…)
Diabetes is a serious problem in developed countries. In past issues, I’ve explored some of the causes and risk factors; now I’d like to share more about one of the biggest challenges many diabetics face: neuropathy. (more…)
