True Ketosis is when the body uses fat instead of carbohydrates (stored glycogen) for energy. In this condition, ketones (a type of acid) are produced when fat is burned. As the body’s ketone levels rise, so does blood acidity. This can lead to ketoacidosis, a serious condition that can prove fatal. Did you know this? […]
While we have become more connected with social media, we have become more disconnected from face to face interaction. And even though many are living longer thanks to the medical industry, could we increase our health benefits with friendships? Are you a loner? Do you have a ton of acquaintances, but no real pals or […]
In an attempt to lose weight, clients often ask for new “healthy” snack options. Everyone knows the health benefits but is pretty much tired of the usual suspects. Handful of mixed nuts? Veggie sticks dipped in hummus? Fruit mixed into Nonfat Greek Yogurt? Been there. Done that! Some say, it’s nice to have something to […]
Across the country, this winter, which ends this week, is on track to be the coldest in almost two decades. Body Designs 222: Heart Health Hazards will look at the effects cold weather has on your heart. As you know, smoking, abnormally high cholesterol, diabetes, consistently high blood pressure, stress, abdominal obesity, sedentary lifestyle and […]
People strength train for a variety of reasons. Some lift weights to gain muscle and lose body fat. Others pump iron to improve their mood. Of course there are those who use weighted exercises to rehab an injury. The older population finds functional and quality of life benefits from hitting the gym on a regular basis. The lists of […]
Do you or someone you know snore? Do you or someone you know need to lose weight? Did you know that snoring has negative effects on weight loss? Did you know that addressing one issue, can help the other? Body Designs 2017: Stop Snoring…Lose Weight will shed light on the topic. Most people know that […]
In honor of the French national football team (not soccer) winning this year’s World Cup just about a month ago and fact that tonight, Tracy and I will be celebrating our nuptials at Mar’sel, Terranea’s five star French restaurant, overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Body Designs 215: French Fare explains the why and how the French […]
For years, the media have been touting the health benefits of Olive Oil. The truth is, surprise, surprise, they haven’t been telling you the entire story! Today, in Body Designs 213: Olive Oil’s Negative Health Effects, I will uncork some myths, pour out some evidence and coat your preconceived notions with some pure facts that […]
Over the past month or so, many of my clients have asked me how it feels to be 50 years old. I find it kinda funny to hear that question from so many who past that milestone long before I did. The Jersey Boy in me wanted to say, “Why do you ask? Has it been […]
RISE and Shine Designers! On this Resurrection Sunday (aka Easter), as the Christian world celebrates the remembrance of the Risen Messiah, which happened of course the Sunday following the most famous Passover Seder, The Last Supper, I would like to highlight two of the items that were most certainly on the menu that night in […]
