Let’s just talk about it? It’s not party conversation (or particularly blog friendly either) but since I get a lot of questions about constipation-I’ll do my best. Most muscular function in your body declines with age (yes- one more thing!), and so it is with the smooth muscle of the G.I. tract. Maybe you’ve noticed…
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Post workout protein
We are all unique. Protein requirements vary based on age, gender, size, body fat percentage, activity levels, and other factors, most people need roughly 0.8 to 1 gram of protein per kilogram of body weight. That’s roughly 80 grams of protein per day for a 180-pound man (81 kilograms x 1 = 81 grams protein).…
Rainbow effect
Research shows that the carotenoids found in fruits and vegetables such as leafy greens, carrots and red peppers PLUS the phytonutrients sulforaphane (think broccoli, cauliflower) and lycopene (the chemical that gives tomatoes their red color) can contribute to your “rainbow effect” of daily eating and proactively aid in improving overall health and lowering risk of all types of cancers. As summer…
Diet and Memory
Ever joke about having those “senior” moments… all of a sudden forget what you were just about to do-maybe second guess if you left the garage door open as your driving away? Ok-maybe that’s just me. The good news is that there is evidence that suggests that diet and lifestyle can help to keep…