What Can Apple Cider Vinegar Do for Weight Loss, Diabetes, Cholesterol, and PCOS?

Apple cider vinegar (ACV) has been hyped as a cure-all for decades. But, not all of its benefits are hype. Controlled research has proven that ACV does have significant health benefits. Here’s what researchers found. ACV… …helps to control blood sugar levels, especially when you consume it before meals. …helps to restore your gut microbiota, which is very important for your immune system and also your metabolic system. …helps bring down cholesterol levels. …contributes to weight loss. …can help to counteract PCOS symptoms. Here’s how to…

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New 8-Week Online Coaching Program for People With Type 2 Diabetes, Prediabetes, and Insulin Resistance

I have spent quite a bit of time developing this new program. Over the last 10 years, the majority of my clients have had type 2 diabetes (D2), prediabetes (PD2), or Insulin Resistance (IR). Often, it was not why they approached me for help. For example, someone who had lower back pain of and was overweight knew that if they lost weight, it would help. But they needed to address the back issue in order to really help with the weight. After consulting with them, I…

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To Take Or Not To Take Fish Oil Supplements

With the latest study on fish oil supplements making it more confusing as to whether you should take a supplement or not, why not get your Omega-3 from natural foods? A few weeks ago, there was an article in the BMJ (British Medical Journal) about a recent long-term study on fish oil supplements. Researchers found that those who took fish oil supplements who had no preexisting heart disease had a 13% higher risk of having an atrial fibrillation and a 5% higher chance of having a…

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“This One Thing Will…” – In Health and Fitness There Is More Than One Thing Necessary for Lasting Improvements

I have noticed headlines touting “this one thing will…” usually fix whatever health, fitness, kitchen sink clog, or whatever the problem. But today, while doing some online research about the latest popular wellness topics, I came across an unusually high number of this type of headline. They were mostly about ‘fixing’ big health concerns like weight loss, back pain, and blood sugar, for example. I thought, “Do people really believe that one thing is all it takes to accomplish this big thing?” Nah, I’m sure they…

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Cold Plunge Benefits for Weight Loss: The Secret Life of Brown Fat

The cold plunge trend is popular now. And it has many health benefits, one being weight loss. Here’s why. Brown fat. Nobody likes to talk about their fat. Well, at least your white fat. Now brown fat, well, we can talk about that and even brag about it. It’s the “good fat.” What is brown fat? Brown fat (yes, it is indeed brown) is not some blob of material that only stores extra energy for you. It is an active fat. It plays a big role…

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One Question I DON’T Get Asked A Lot – And How the Answer Can Help Rejuvenate Your Health and Fitness! “How much protein do I need?”

Originally published September 26, 2022 photo by SEMSEMS The question I DON’T get asked often is, “How much protein do I need?” Not many people realize how important protein is and how much protein your body needs to maintain your muscle mass. Why is that so important? As we go through life, starting around 40, our muscle mass starts to decline. You won’t notice this overnight. It gradually happens. Is there something you can do to slow this down, prevent, or even reverse this? YES! Protein…

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