Author: Zeljko

Intermittent fasting has become a popular method for weight loss and overall health improvement, with many different variations and approaches. However, not all fasting methods are created equal. In this blog post, we’ll define the two main types of intermittent fasting – clean fasting and dirty fasting – debunk some common myths and show you why clean fasting is the superior approach in terms of health and weight loss. What is clean fasting? Clean fasting is a type of fasting where you follow an intermittent fasting protocol and restrict the intake of any calories throughout your fast, consuming only…

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Millet shines as a filling golden grain that will pimp up your body with plant protein power and gets your muscles going. The golden orbs of millet even have something to offer in the beauty department. They’re gluten-free, easy to digest and have a unique flavor – numerous great reasons to crown millet your favorite grain. Performance and power with plant proteins Where can I get enough plant protein to build muscle and fuel my energy level? It’s a question that not only athletes who want to start eating more plant-based foods are asking themselves. A large 100-gram portion of…

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Nov 13, 2023Name: David Rockwell Age: 56 Occupation: Healthcare Administration Meal Plan: Balance-Diabetes Favorite Meals: Breakfast: Whole Wheat Waffles with Blueberry Cream Cheese; Lunch: Lemon Herb Chicken; Dinner: Chicken Parmesan Start Date: May 2023 Starting Weight: 247 Height: 5’11” Pounds Lost: 45 Activity Level: Walking on a treadmill 30 minutes (about 2 miles) a day When I get a craving, my go-to trick is: 100-calorie snacks like pretzels and nuts My favorite app for tracking weight loss is: myFitnessPalWhen 56-year-old healthcare administrator David Rockwell went to see his doctor for an annual checkup in May, he knew walking in that he…

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Nov 20, 2023Heart disease is the leading cause of death in adults, and doctors for nearly 100 years have studied risk factors to try and mitigate their patients’ risk. One of the primary factors they analyze is cholesterol — HDL, or “healthy,” cholesterol to indicate protection, and LDL, or “lousy” cholesterol to indicate a higher risk.However, a recent review of previous studies shows that it’s actually more complex than that. The analysis, published in April’s edition of the European Heart Journal, found that cholesterol gathers together in “balls,” which are unique combinations of small and large particle HDLs and LDLs.”Having lots…

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by Caitlin H, Nov 27, 2023 Type 2 diabetes happens when too much sugar in the bloodstream disrupts the body’s ability to process it correctly, leading to immune, nervous, and circulatory conditions like heart disease, nerve damage, eye and hearing impairments, skin conditions, sleep apnea, and long healing times.If you are living with Type 2 diabetes, there’s a good chance you know how critical a healthy lifestyle is to manage the condition.   A Nutritional, Healthy Diet Eating a balanced, well-rounded diet is one of the most important ways to manage the condition. Several studies point to how a poor diet…

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A successful workout includes the warm-up, the actual workout, and the cool-down phase. Especially with the nutrition after the workout, you can help your body recover faster. This works best if you take the proper nutrients: An overview of the most important nutrients Any sufficiently intense exercise puts your body under stress. If you train according to your individual abilities, this will lead to a continuous increase in performance. In addition to sensible training planning, nutrition also plays a decisive role. With the right foods, you can support your body optimally. These nutrients are essential after a workout: Why salt…

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Why does my body need protein? One thing is clear: Nothing works without protein. After all, protein is one of our essential nutrients. Proteins are vital for building and repairing muscle. And that’s not just true for athletes. Proteins can be found in every cell, in bones and tissue. They make our hair, nails and skin strong and durable. Hormones, blood clotting, immune response – all need protein to work.   Will protein help me build muscle? Sure, our muscles are made predominantly from proteins. Without them we wouldn’t be able to lift a finger. But for any couch potatoes…

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Black Panther star Sterling K. Brown revealed a few of his tips for maintaining his famously chiseled physique. The main pointer, though, he distilled into one word.“Peloton,” the 47-year-old actor recently told People. “I got the bike. I got the treadmill. I love the workout classes.”Brown was promoting his role in the upcoming satirical comedy American Fiction when discussion turned to his wellness plan. “I try to eat well—a lot of protein in the morning,” he continued. “You have the carbs in the morning, so you can burn them all throughout the day. Hydrate, a lot of water, good for the…

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Calf pain is common whether you are a runner, soccer player, fitness junky, or a tennis crack. According to research, about 12 percent of all intensively training athletes have to struggle with it. And overtraining is not always the cause. What you should know… Men have calf pain more often 125 years ago, a British medical magazine reported calf pain in tennis players for the first time. The scientists, therefore, called the problem tennis leg. Today the painful problems in the calf area are widespread among athletes. Male runners and football players are particularly often affected. How do calf pain manifest itself…

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