The benefits of whey aren’t just for those of us in our golden years. A study in the Journal of Applied Physiology (September 2009) highlighted the benefits of whey on muscle growth when compared to the consumption of soy or casein after an exercise session in young men. Whey was by far the most effective in increasing […]
Longevity is a trendy phrase coined by health enthusiasts that refers to the quality of life as we age. We can all agree that no one wants to spend their later years on earth confined to bed. Living as long as possible, therefore, really isn’t the goal. Instead, those who are interested in promoting a longer health span wish to […]
We all aspire to live long and healthy lives and there are amazing examples of people doing just this in the Blue Zones. I have been reading about the Blue Zones for many years and recently watched the documentary series called Live to 100 – Secrets of the Blue Zones on Netflix. It is so […]
Here are some ideas for getting in more cooked veggies (which can be consumed hot or cold). Cooked veggies add volume to meals without added calories. They also are high in fibre, which is beneficial as most of us are not consuming even close to the daily requirements of fibre. 1. Increase your veggie and […]
Suggested Essentials For a Successful Fall Re-set Summer is almost over and most of us are now thinking about a Fall re-set. Stocking the pantry doesn’t have to be an overwhelming prospect. Here’s a list of the essential items you need to start to plan for dietary success this Fall and healthy foods to stock up on when you’re […]
Natasha Turner My loyal readers and patients know my number one workout passion is lifting weights. However, years of weightlifting and running, especially without proper stretching, can shorten tendons and cause stiffness, misalignment, and joint and back pain. With its full spectrum of poses, yoga can bring the body back into its natural alignment, level […]
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 large sweet onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 tablespoon finely chopped ginger I tablespoon of freshly chopped thyme (roughly 6 sprigs) OR 3/4 tsp or ground thyme 3 large red beets, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch pieces 5 cups vegetable stock, divided 1 can (14.5 ounces) low-fat […]
(photo: chefsouschef.com) If I had to choose only one type of vegetable to eat, it would be cruciferous vegetables. Cruciferous vegetables, such as broccoli and cabbage, offer powerful protection against cancer, including breast cancer, reduce inflammation, are cardio protective, improve estrogen metabolism, help to balance your microbiome, support detoxification and are neuro and DNA protective […]