Let’s get this out of the way: It’s fun to hate slender people. They have it SO darned easy. Oh, to be one of the fortunate born with great metabolism or a hole in their feet. For the rest of us who didn’t win the genetic lottery, life is a constant struggle.
But we say, if you can’t beat ‘em, join ‘em. Okay, how do you do that? Read on the find out.
I normally would not write on scientific research. That seems miles away from a blog post about healthy travel. But two major discoveries in medicine I read this week were simply too compelling not to share: For the first time, in two separate studies, researchers have apparently found the causes of Alzheimer’s Disease and Autism. Once there is discovery, there can be a path to a cure. And that is huge.
What a nightmare. It’s bad enough that Equifax, one of the nation’s three largest credit bureaus, was badly hacked. The breach exposed critical data on more than 143 million U.S. consumers. What you may not know is that the Equifax hack could also ruin your next business trip or vacation — or worse.
How? Thieves can not only use your identity to take out new credit cards mortgages, and loans, even file tax returns in your name. By stealing your identity, criminals could also put a black mark on your traveler profile in databases maintained by the FBI, the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, which oversees both the TSA and U.S. Customs and Border Protection agencies.
It’s inevitable. You absolutely, positively must reach your destination. But a storm, a mechanical failure, or missed connection is turning your flight into a classic travel nightmare. But there’s a way around this: Freebird, a simple mobile solution that lets you skip the line and instantly book a new ticket if you encounter a flight cancellation, significant delay of four hours or more, or a missed connection. Read on to learn more.
What can you do to get those six-pack abs you dream of having? We recommend something safer and more effective than sit-ups: plank exercises. Planks build your core muscles and sculpt your body by utilizing isometric strength. Done properly, planks can also improve your body posture, while strengthening your shoulders, arms, glutes, and hamstring muscles. Read on to find out how.
Let’s get this out of the way: It’s fun to hate slender people. They have it SO darned easy. Oh, to be one of the fortunate born with great metabolism or a hole in their feet. For the rest of us who didn’t win the genetic lottery, life is a constant struggle.
But we say, if you can’t beat ‘em, join ‘em. Okay, how do you do that? Read on the find out.
British newspaper The Telegraph recently published an article with advice on a diet that might be worth considering if you are trying to lose or maintain your weight. The Telegraph’s article, “Breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince, and dine like a pauper to lose weight” may have a medieval-sounding title, but there is some scientific evidence to support their claim.
Perhaps you've heard the dieting advice to eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a pauper. Now, mounting evidence shows there's a lot of truth to it.
A recent study published in the International Journal of Obesity suggests that it's best not to eat too many calories late in the day. Dieters who ate their main meal before 3 p.m. lost significantly more weight than those who ate later in the day.
71,000 attendees. 2,700 exhibiting companies. All packed into the Anaheim Convention Center for the Natural Products Expo West. Think of a mid-sized city crammed into a convention center for a health food and products Woodstock and you get the idea. Thankfully, we braved all this, walking 12 miles in two days (yes, we counted our steps) so that you wouldn’t have to. Read on to discover what we learned and the products we recommend.
For anyone who suffers from food allergies like celiac disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), fructose, gluten or lactose malabsorption issues, finding a convenient way to satisfy hunger in an on-the-go lifestyle can be utterly frustrating. Thanks to to Jesse and Kate Watson, creators of Nicer Foods, life just got a lot easier. And tasty.
Over the holidays, Rita, my incredible wife, spent a terrible night spent in the emergency room at our local hospital. We discovered that Rita was suffering from food allergies, particularly lactose intolerance, gluten sensitivity and fructose malabsorption. This is the story of how we learned about the low FODMAP diet. It's dramatically changed Rita's life. And if you suffer from stomach distress, it could help you too. Read on to learn about FODMAPs and to find a number of resources.
It's holiday time again! Time to reward yourself for another year of hard work at the office, and if you're smart, at the gym, in the pool or like me, on your bike. Too many of us let down our guard, throw caution to the wind and totally pig out on Christmas and New Years, not to mention the days in between.
Here's a fun fact: On Christmas day, the average American eats more than 7,000 calories. You read right. 7,000. Calories. An adult male should be eating no more than 2,000. Dwell on that one for a moment. What can you do? We have some ideas.
Ah, Thanksgiving. That great American family tradition, a gathering of loved ones, a chance to celebrate, binge and fall asleep watching football. For many, this annual culinary orgy is one of the great days of the year.
Is it worth it? And what can you do to prevent adding pounds of fat, while wanting to have fun? We have some suggestions for both having fun and keeping on track. So read on.
With the long, stressful hours you put in at work and on the road, we're often fighting for a little boost. For a burst of energy, many people turn to an old standby in response: a can of Coke, Pepsi or other favorite soft drink. There's just one problem: that soda is not your friend. Read more to learn why, and what you can do.
There’s something about Southern California that spawns many wonderful ideas. Recently, we came across Urban Plates, a new line of fast casual restaurants in San Diego and Orange County. We’re totally hooked, and hopefully, you will be as well.
Sodium. It’s a staple of life, abundant in our oceans, and in just about everything you eat. An adequate amount of sodium is vital for maintaining healthy blood pressure, healthy nerves and a healthy heart. Just about every recipe you love depends on a little salt. The problem is that we love sodium too much, and an excess of salt in your diet is not good. Read on to discover why, and how you can avoid too much salt.
We're always in a hurry. Whether it's rushing to catch a plane or a meeting, eating right when time is short is a big challenge. So what can you take with you anywhere that doesn't melt or generally spoil, doesn't take up space, is good for you and most important, satisfying? We have one great suggestion: a small bag of raw, unsalted almonds.
I've learned there is a difference between being mentally and physically hungry. Understanding the difference can keep us out of trouble when it comes to not overeating and maintaining our weight. There's a delayed reaction to when we've filled our tummy and when the tummy reports back to our brain that yes, it's finally full.
The trick is to wait.
It's tough saying goodbye. Especially to comfort foods and treats we have craved and snacked on for decades. You know the usual suspects: chocolate, cookies, crackers, creme brulee´, a gigantic steak with butter on top, cheese, cheeseburgers, quesadillas, ice cream, french fries, pasta late at night, Nutella, pie, cake, and, well, you get the idea. To many of us, these and other addictive foods are part of the four basic food groups: fast, frozen, junk and spoiled.
Who doesn't love a good salad? The word is easily associated with "healthy" and for good reason. A salad can be anything you want: sweet, savory, a wonderful combination of what's in season, what's available and whatever you love. But if you take a look at many salads offered at restaurants, they often pack more calories and fat than you can imagine. The culprit: the salad dressing.
This morning, we tried out a breakfast of MetRx high protein buttermilk pancake mix. We came away giving this our thumbs-up. Pancakes and good health don't seem to go together, but the folks at MetRx pulled it off. Each serving contains as much protein as a 3-egg white omlette (12 grams) and is a good source of fiber (3 grams vs. 30 grams of carbs). We added blueberries and raspberries on top, with just a tiny dash of Auntie Lilliko'i Passion Guava syrup for sweetening.
