1. Add a high-quality protein powder to your daily regime According to a study reported in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition (February 2024), increased dietary protein intake was associated with healthier aging Healthy aging was defined as being free from 11 major chronic diseases, having good mental health, and not having impairments in either cognitive or physical function, In addition, the Journal […]
Ingredients: 2 grilled boneless, skinless chicken breasts. 4–5 oz (125–150 g) each, sliced 2 6 cups spinach 1.5 L 1 bunch baby asparagus, steamed, cooled and cut into pieces 1 2 Roma tomatoes, cut in wedges 2 2 stalks celery, chopped 2 ½ cucumber, sliced thinly ½ ½ cup canned or bottled organic artichoke hearts, […]
by Natasha Turner I’m in Nova Scotia for a few weeks at my cottage. Here’s exactly what I am doing to stay on track daily with my fitness and wellness. I hope this helps to inspire you to pick up a new health promoting habit. DM me on Instagram if you have questions or comments at @natashaturnerauthor. I have not […]
Patients always used to ask me if there was a magic supplement they could take to look younger, shed body fat, boost energy or improve their skin. Most are shocked to learn that the answer is food! The right foods, at the right times and in the right quantities can have a dramatic effect on your appearance and overall […]
All the constituents of whey protein provide high levels of essential and branched chain amino acids that play a vital role in maintaining tissue and preventing catabolic actions during exercise. It’s also a rich source of antioxidants and vitamins and minerals. In addition, whey protein contains a number of other proteins that positively affect immune functions such as antimicrobial activity. Here are more specific […]
Pecan Crusted Chicken Ingredients ½ cup almond meal or flour 125 mL 4 pecans 4 2 tbsp Mrs. Dash Original Blend 30 mL Sea salt and pepper to taste 1–2 egg whites 1–2 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 4–5 oz (125–150 g) each 4 Method Preheat oven to 400°F (200ºC). In bowl of […]
Ingredients ¾ lb ground protein of your choice 375 g 1 cup button mushrooms, chopped 250 mL 1 6 oz (175 g) can water chestnuts, drained and chopped 1 3 green onions, sliced 3 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 ¼ cup gluten-free tamari soy sauce 60 mL 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar 15 mL 2 […]
For decades, an endless stream of well-marketed diets and new-fangled exercise programs has been promising an easy path to a leaner, trimmer you. Every year, it seems, we are enticed simply to drop all “bad carbs” or to purchase the latest piece of home gym equipment and good health and happiness will surely be ours. […]
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 […]
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 […]
