Are you considering Semaglutide to lose weight or manage your blood sugar? Or, have you already started using it? If so, one of the most common questions people ask is, “Does Semaglutide make you tired?” This is a common concern and a fairly common side effect of the medication. For … Keep reading…
Water fasting has become a buzzword in the world of health and fitness. It makes headlines, is the focus of online challenges, and has plenty of social media influencers framing it up as a “health hack.” But is it a miracle cure-all, an overhyped fad, or something in between? In … Keep reading…
Understanding and monitoring your body composition is a cornerstone of embarking on a healthier, more fit, and active lifestyle. Unlike the simplistic method of tracking weight, evaluating body composition provides a holistic view of one’s fitness. It delineates between muscle, fat, bone, and water percentages, offering a more nuanced insight … Keep reading…
Over the past couple of decades in working with men and women, I’ve consistently seen that women benefit from cardio more than men. Most of the time, when a guy starts eating better and lifts weights, he gets leaner. However, I’ve noticed that for most women, to get leaner, they … Keep reading…
You’ve probably heard of PCOS, right? But if you don’t have it, you might not really understand it. And even if you do have it, you might not understand what you can do to combat its symptoms. We’ll cover it all in this guide – nutrition, exercise, and supplements. We’ll … Keep reading…
You’ve probably heard the buzz about intermittent fasting (IF). Maybe a friend has raved about their weight loss success, or you’ve read about celebrities who swear by it. I fell into an intermittent fasting 16/8 pattern myself, many years ago. But what is “Intermittent Fasting 16/8” really about? Is it … Keep reading…
Maintaining a normal weight and body composition is essential for physical and mental health. With countless weight loss solutions (and gimmicks) on the market, it can be challenging to determine which supplements help with weight loss. In this article, we will explore the top supplements that can support your weight … Keep reading…
Last week, The American Academy on Pediatrics released its treatment guidelines for overweight and obese children. Rather than attacking the dietary guidelines, which prescribe a perfect diet for getting fat, addressing the absence of physical activity in schools, or the lack of sleep kids get nowadays, they came to the … Keep reading…
You probably know someone who lost weight and looked great, and then a few months later had rebounded back to where they’d been before they lost it. Maybe that’s happened to you. Though it’s all too common for people to regain their lost weight and even to gain more body … Keep reading…
Over the 20+ years of my fitness career, I’ve seen countless supplements rise and fall in popularity. Few have proven to be effective long-term and in both animals and humans. Berberine is among the few. Each year, more and more research shows how effective berberine supplementation is in supporting various … Keep reading…
Berberine is a compound found in goldenseal, yellow root, Amur cork tree, Chinese goldthread, prickly poppy, and Californian poppy. I’ve taken berberine daily for years now. While it doesn’t make my Foundational 5 list of the five most essential supplements for health, it would be on my list of the … Keep reading…
Do you have a SMART goal for your teeth? You know…Specific, Measurable, Actionable / Attainable, Realistic, and Time-Based? That’s a ridiculous question, isn’t it? I’ll explain why SMART health and fitness goals are just as absurd. For most people, setting SMART goals as motivation to follow a fitness program sets … Keep reading…