18 hours agoMember-onlyWhy You Really Should Be Doing YogaSome people are dedicated yogis, while others struggle to incorporate yoga into their regular routine. I am currently part of the latter camp, but a new analysis looking into yoga’s effect on health has me ready to commit. Yoga is known to relax the mind while gently toning and strengthening…Health2 min read
1 day agoMember-onlyWhy You Should Be An Early RiserWhat is one thing many successful people have in common? They get up extra early and make the most of the morning. Here’s why: Waking up early gives you time to think before the buzz of the day begins. To put it simply, the early morning is “you time” —…Success3 min read
2 days agoMember-onlyWhy You Should Add Cinnamon to Your MealsAdding just a little bit of cinnamon to your diet can produce powerful health benefits. Cinnamon is loaded with antioxidants, has potent anti-inflammatory properties, helps keep blood sugar in check, and protects against a range of diseases. In fact, a recent meta-analysis of clinical trials in patients with metabolic diseases…Food2 min read
Aug 4Member-only3 Foods to Help You Live LongerA healthy dietary pattern is known to promote health and longevity. Typically this type of diet is characterized by eating lots of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and some fish, and minimizing added sugar, refined grains, and processed meat. The Mediterranean Diet is a good example. But there are also specific…Health2 min read
Aug 2Member-onlyThe Oldest Person in the World Eats Chocolate and Drinks Wine Every DayIf you want to live to 100 and beyond, perhaps you should follow the routine of the world’s oldest person. That title currently belongs to 118-year-old Sister André (Born as Lucile Randon on February 11, 1904), a nun living in southern France. …Health2 min read
Aug 1Member-onlyWant to Sharpen your Brain? Try the MIND DietThe food we eat affects how our brain works. Certain foods in particular have been shown to enhance or impair cognitive function. That is the basis behind the MIND Diet, short for The Mediterranean-DASH Diet Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay. While the Mediterranean and DASH Diets have individually been associated with…Health2 min read
Jul 28Member-onlyWant to Live as Long as Possible? This is How Much to ExerciseHow much exercise should you do? More. A new study analyzed physical activity and medical records for more than 100,000 people over 30 years to determine the optimal amount of exercise for longevity. The results showed that adults who did 2–4 times the recommended amount of physical activity lived the…Health2 min read
Jul 27Member-onlyThe Most Proven Sports Performance SupplementsAthletes are always seeking an edge. In my experience, this is true of the pros and weekend warriors alike. Achieving peak athletic performance requires physical conditioning, sport-specific training, and a dialed-in nutrition plan. But once these foundational elements are in place, supplements can make the difference for those last few…Sports4 min read
Oct 28, 2021Member-onlyWhy You Should Eat More PB&JsAlthough not traditionally thought of as a health food, the peanut butter & jelly sandwich is performance fuel for top athletes and could even extend your life. A few years ago, ESPN published a feature story calling the PB&J the “NBA’s Secret Addiction.” In the article, the PB&J was credited…Health2 min read
Oct 22, 2021Member-onlyWhy You Should Eat (a High-Fiber) BreakfastSkipping breakfast is common in many intermittent fasting protocols, but research suggests this practice could shorten your life. Numerous studies show the benefits of eating breakfast, including reduced heart disease, lower risk of type 2 diabetes, less inflammation, and substantially lower all-cause mortality. Eating breakfast is beneficial, but what you…Health2 min read
