Like everything in the extremes-obsessed world we live in, the nutrition arena is full of contradictions.  Some nutritionists swear by macro-tracking (macros – short for macronutrients: proteins, carbohydrates, and fats).  Others suggest that any tracking or even paying attention to numbers at all should be completely avoided. Of course, the ‘best’ methodology for YOU (and […]

1 in 4. That’s how many people will stick to their goals. That means that 75% of us won’t achieve the weight loss or performance goals that we’re trying to diet our way to this year. I aim to change that. I created Rx HABITS to change that! You see, in over 10 years of […]

Dieting but can’t lose weight? I get it. It’s so frustrating to feel like your body is broken because you’re working so hard at dieting and the weight just won’t come off. The GOOD news is that it’s almost always a pretty simple fix. (but that doesn’t mean it’ll be easy!) Let me tell you […]

Sure lean muscle looks great on a body.  I mean, who doesn’t admire chiselled abs, shapely shoulder caps, and firm round glutes?! The benefits of having a good amount of muscle mass go far beyond just looking good naked – especially as you’re aging. But don’t take my word for it. Dr. Stacy Sims often […]

Chronically underfueling (eating far, far less food energy than you’re burning every day), like very low-calorie diets, can specifically lead to increased visceral fat – the fat stored deep within the abdominal cavity around vital organs like the liver and intestines. This occurs because of the body’s stress response and hormonal adaptations during prolonged calorie […]

Hurry I‘m in a time crunch (but still want amazing results)!. Actually HIIT stands for High Intensity Interval Training. And there’s a plethora of research showing that short bursts of high intensity interval training, or HIIT, is superior to continuous aerobic training for weight loss. It’s also superior for overall conditioning and performance benefits for […]

Other blogs on this website that discuss insulin insensitivity: Insulin Sensitivity and Menopause, The Evidence Insulin Insensitivity, Weight Gain & More Africa, Insulin Sensitivity & Meal Timing   The term ‘insulin insensitivity‘ or insulin resistance refers to a condition in which your body’s cells become less sensitive to the effects of insulin.  This leads to […]

Other blogs on this website that discuss insulin insensitivity: Berberine & Insulin Sensitivity Insulin Sensitivity and Menopause, The Evidence Insulin Insensitivity, Weight Gain & More   How being in Africa changed my life. Not only has it been a lifelong dream to travel to Africa, but being there for over a month also changed how […]

Other blogs on this website that discuss insulin insensitivity: Berberine & Insulin Sensitivity Insulin Insensitivity, Weight Gain & More Africa, Insulin Sensitivity & Meal Timing   In our blog Insulin Insensitivity, Weight Gain & More we discuss the everything insulin – what it is & how it’s supposed to work in the body what happens […]

Other blogs on this website that discuss insulin insensitivity: Berberine & Insulin Sensitivity Insulin Sensitivity and Menopause, The Evidence Africa, Insulin Sensitivity & Meal Timing   If you feel like you’ve tried everything to lose weight and your body just won’t budge, this is a must-read ↓ Alright, let’s break down what insulin is, what […]