STOP!! Is Calorie Counting Keeping YOU Fat?
I used to have a notebook full of hand written equations like this: A gram of protein contains 4 calories. A gram of carbohydrates contains 4 calories A gram of fat contains 9 calories.1 serving of x food = 28g (10 fat, 10 carb, 8 protein) 10g fat = 90cals…
READ MORE5 Smart “Plays” for Healthy Tailgating!
Football season is in full swing! Along with Baseball Playoffs and Hockey just kicking off there are plenty of opportunities for every sports fan to party, nosh, and cheers their fellow fans for the next few months—usually at the expense of their waistlines! But if you’re working on improving or…
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5 Surprisingly Simple Ways to Solve Back Pain
Sharp stabbing, dull throbbing, tightness and aching. It’s a real pain in the… back! Back pain can be quite intrusive distracting you from your work, disrupting your sleep, and even leaving you completely debilitated. Nearly 80% of Americans will struggle with back pain that is totally avoidable. Often a simple…
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3 Steps to Immediately Reduce Stress
Paralyzing stress. It happens to all of us. I’ve been there. Sitting at my desk with emails flooding my inbox, “to-do” tasks piling up, and the time to complete all I’ve set out to accomplish rapidly dwindling away. Have you been here too? Feeling overwhelmed? Needing to crank it into…
READ MORESleep Struggles? 10 Tips to Help You Get Some ZZZs
“Dear Sleep, I know we had problems in the past, but I love you now.” Ever wonder how you managed to thrive on just a few hours of sleep in your younger years? In high school I achieved good grades, had endless energy, and performed in peak athletic shape despite…
READ MORE7 Super-Nutrients Your Eyes Need NOW
Forget the myth that the only solutions to vision loss are prescription lenses and laser eye surgery. New studies show that diet is perhaps your best weapon in improving eyesight and preventing disease and age-related vision loss down the line. These seven vital nutrients have been scientifically proven to pack…
READ MOREAre you giving Uncle Sam an interest-free loan? Why it may be time to adjust your W-4
If you find yourself strapped for cash during the year, yet you always receive a refund come tax time, it might be time to adjust your W-4 exemption. And with the holiday season right around the corner, who couldn’t use a little more cash in their pocket? As of February…
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5 Vital Steps to a Healthy Relationship with Food
At one point in my life I thought I would never have a healthy relationship with food. For a time, I accepted this battle of wills as part of the human experience — and I was in for the long haul. I had no trouble cracking the proverbial whip to…
READ MOREWhat You Need to Know Today: September 11
Good afternoon, Early Risers! Here’s what you need to know TECH Uber wants to get into the print journalism market. Starting this week in NYC, you can grab a copy of Uber’s new in-car magazine, called “Arriving Now,” from the seat-back pockets… Uber detailed what the magazine would look like…
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ONE Sweetener You SHOULD Be Eating
Sugar can be extremely hazardous to your health. Many doctors and nutritionists are in agreement that processed white sugar is more addictive than cocaine, and has detrimental effects on the body. Low calorie sweeteners are just as dangerous. I used to have a wicked sugar addiction that took some serious…
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The Truth About Night Owls
It was the type of schedule that only a young man could keep. He began the night at an official government reception. When that ended, he moved on at 2 a.m. to a private party at a friend’s house, finally arriving home at 3:40 a.m. Yet the next day he was still up in time…
READ MOREWhat You Need to Know Today: September 10
Good afternoon, Early Risers! Here’s what you need to know TECH What our obsession with Apple says about us. Yesterday, Apple captivated the world with its latest upgrades and product lines at the “Hey Siri” event. You can watch all the videos here. While it’s natural for people to admire…
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