Are Keto, Paleo and Low Carb the same? The answer is.... No... Yes... Sort of! Similar in many ways but different in others. New Clients often get these diets confused. Benefits of Keto, Paleo and Low Carb Weight Loss (if you need it) Reduced Triglycerides, HA1C Body Composition change (better waistline without hunger) Less bloating Less hunger, hearty meals Better mood and sleep due to stable blood sugar ... Keep Reading >
Diet For Human Beings
4 Good Foods for Constipation (and No Laxatives)
Need some good foods for constipation? Chronic constipation and occasional constipation have different causes and need different support. Either way, these ideas help to know what to eat for constipation and reduce laxative use, toxic stool softeners and excess dosing of Magnesium. (All Vitamins and Minerals need to be in balance - taking too much of one can throw others into deficit. Here is a well-balanced multi). 4 Good Foods for ... Keep Reading >
Building a Strong Lean Body If You’re Tired and Overweight
Want to build a strong lean body when you're tired and overweight? Need movement that's easy but effective? How do you balance your hormones? And pick the right diet and supplements for energy and weight. Here are my Clinic steps for a stronger, healthier body. First: Check Those Carbs A high carb diet is the most common cause of weight gain. Period. Pasta, bread, rice, beans, juice, potatoes, dessert, candy, sodas, chips and ... Keep Reading >
How Alkaline Diets and Alkaline Water Get It Wrong
Proponents of alkaline diets and alkaline water get it wrong. Why aren't pH altered waters and "alkaline" diets the cure-all we've been told? My view on pH is based on hard-earned personal knowledge, working to regain my health. Here's what I've learned.... pH is Affected by Stress and Infection Blood pH is tightly controlled. It does not change except in life-threatening situations. The pH of saliva or urine already varies widely with ... Keep Reading >
What is the Best Diet For Human Beings?
The best diet for human beings includes the foods we evolved to eat. What our teeth, enzymes and intestines can process. My article and Primal Diet - Modern Health Podcast here called "What To Eat On the Paleo Diet: The Definitive Guide" will give lots more details about what to eat and why when you finish reading this article. We didn't used to eat hybridized grains, sugars, or dairy products. We did eat fishes and animals and gathered ... Keep Reading >
What I Think You Should Eat
I call this diet "The Diet For Human Beings" because no matter who you are, it's the best starting place I know for people to eat to get well. This Video (download or streaming) will help you change your diet as quickly as you want to. If you're ready to make changes fast, I'll encourage you. If you want to go a little slower, we'll talk about that too. If you want to help your children, you'll want to eat this way first! The How and the ... Keep Reading >
What Are the Best Grains to Add to Paleo?
What are the best grains to add to Paleo? Here's my Primal Diet - Modern Health podcast on this topic and an article for you too... The Paleo Diet eliminates cereal grains such as wheat, rice and corn, and the pseudo-grains such as quinoa, millet and buckwheat. This article on "The Definitive Guide to The Paleo Diet" explains why, what to eat, what kinds of fats, tubers, vegetables and much, much more. We avoid grains (grass seed) because ... Keep Reading >
The Hidden Link Between Thyroid and Adrenal Problems
What's the link between thyroid and adrenal problems? Why do doctors focus on the thyroid and ignore adrenal fatigue? Is there a hidden connection between thyroid and adrenal problems? The Primal Diet - Modern Health podcast link for this article is above. Listen in and share it! Consider this: Symptoms of Hypothyroidism and Adrenal Fatigue can be quite similar. Symptoms of Hypothyroidism can include: frequent fatigue difficulty ... Keep Reading >
10 Healthy Ways to Reduce Stomach Bloating
Reduce stomach bloating the healthy way, without toxic fasts or cleanses... Fix the true causes of belly bloat and you'll be healthier as well as trimmer. What causes abdominal bloating? Stomach bloat is generally caused by food fermenting in the intestines (not a good thing). Eliminating hard-to-digest foods can work wonders for a bloated abdomen. (See TIPS # 1 - 3). Then let's look at Insulin Resistance, infection, the thyroid, gall ... Keep Reading >
Should You Count Calories on the Paleo Diet?
Should you count calories in Paleo foods? The Paleo Diet considers calories differently than other diets. It's a heartier, more filling diet, with fewer starchy carbs to throw off your blood sugar, and increase calories and Triglycerides. Here's the definitive Paleo Diet article and Podcast on my website - the types of fats, how many eggs, how much fruit, and dozens of other questions to ask to eat "true and correct" Paleo Diet. And: ... Keep Reading >
Paleo Calcium Deficiency – Are You Getting Enough Calcium?
Getting enough calcium on Paleo may not be a sure thing. I eat really well and struggle with paleo calcium deficiency. Even with lots of leafy greens and canned salmon... What are the best sources of calcium on a Paleo Diet? Should I be taking a supplement? There's a list of calcium food sources below. We'll get there in a minute. But first... Calcium alone will not build bones and teeth You need a lot more than calcium for bones, muscles, ... Keep Reading >
What To Do When Your Stomach Hurts
What to do when your stomach hurts! Tummy aches are different for different people and there are multiple causes. Is it a chronic thing, or does it flare up only when you're upset? Is it a food, an emotion, a "bug", or a neurotransmitter problem causing this episode? I'm prone to Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and when pain or diarrhea hits me, I have to be ready. For me, it's usually due to an emotional challenge since my diet is so ... Keep Reading >