Stress Factor
Whatever the form of stress we encounter, our bodies respond the same way. Whether we are anxious over the economy, watching a thriller movie, harboring a little road rage, or just upset that the barista messed up our latte order, the body sees it as though we are being chased by that giant T-Rex. The stress triggers our adrenal system’s internal fight-or-flight response and releases cortisol, the stress hormone. Cortisol then serves to devour every energy source it can find in the body to fuel the body for the flight from the impending danger or the fight for our life. Cortisol does this by converting ... more
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The Five Components of Fitness
The reason why most fitness programs are not successful is that they do not include the five components of fitness. In fact, most programs only focus on one of the five components. For example, a program that focuses only on diet will inevitably reduce one’s metabolism, which is the number one reason why people plateau during their weight loss program and/or rebound afterward. This article will explain the five components of fitness and guide you on how to incorporate them into a balanced program. ... more
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Got Food?
What exactly is food anyway? Take a moment and write down your first answer. I’ll wait…
When I once asked this question to a group of middle-school students, the first answer was “Whatever you put in your mouth to eat.” Then another student adding that “it must provide energy.” Even with adults, most still hold these same two answers: the first, because our food choices are governed more by what is readily available that will stave off hunger than ... more
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When I once asked this question to a group of middle-school students, the first answer was “Whatever you put in your mouth to eat.” Then another student adding that “it must provide energy.” Even with adults, most still hold these same two answers: the first, because our food choices are governed more by what is readily available that will stave off hunger than ... more
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FIVE CRITERIA FOR CHOOSING SUPPLEMENTS, BY LIZ SUE
make jo better, not bitter
When it comes to reducing sugar in coffee, many people talk about substitute sweeteners such as stevia or agave. However, I believe that there are two other points that should first be considered: firstly, what is making your coffee so bitter? And secondly, are you losing the potential for sweetness that is already in the cup?
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