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In “Roar,” Stacy T. Sims, PhD emphasizes the unique physiological needs of women athletes. The book explains how hormonal changes throughout menstruation and menopause impact performance, recovery, and overall health. By understanding these…
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Being constantly ‘on-the-go’ is one of the most difficult aspects of eating healthy and maintaining proper nutrition. I don’t know about you, but I spend a large part of my day in the…
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As someone who has lived a significant number of years on Earth, I can tell you with confidence: I’ve made it here through a lot of trial and error. Every year, I am…
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Sleep is critical to our health and well-being, however, for many of us quality sleep is out of reach due to a variety of reasons; unsurprisingly, many of these reasons are a direct…
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Fat is the most energy-dense and a key macronutrient for a healthy lifestyle. Our bodies (and especially our brains) need fat for optimal function – fat is required for the maintenance of cell…
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There are several hormones that are involved in weight management and that control the amount of fat stored in the body. However, insulin resistance (also referred to as insulin block) is the primary…
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The Dietary Guidelines for Americans report that 74% of adults are overweight or obese, with higher rates in the 40-59 and 60+ age groups. Overfueling can lead to insulin resistance, obesity, and Type…