I have realized that during the summer, certain changes happen.
If I’m not conscious about my diet and lifestyle, I may drink more alcohol and eat more sugar and fruit. I probably do this to cool my body down, and enjoy extra time off.… Read the rest
What a beautiful summer in New England!
Have you noticed the weather is changing? The mornings and evenings are much cooler now, and this is our cue to adjust our eating to eliminate the excess water from our bodies.
This water comes from a steady stream of yin (expanding/cooling) foods, such as:
My friend is fun to hang out with. He loves to live in the moment, meet people, and try new things. Unfortunately, he pays a price for his vices.
Here is a partial list of the health problems he has, at age 50:
He eats animal foods every day, including cheese, milk, turkey, chicken, beef, etc.,… Read the rest
For those people who need the scientific facts, the word has come in: Overall, children who drank the 2% milk showed lower BMI scores than those drinking the 1% milk.
What this means is that skim milk is actually worse for us than whole milk, at least in terms of weight gain.… Read the rest
God did not intend us to be accountants. The key to being slim, healthy, attractive and happy is NOT keeping score, but living a balanced life. Unfortunately, our capitalist society makes it fairly difficult to find balance.
Few of us are properly trained in nutrition, fitness, cooking—including those with nutrition and medical degrees.… Read the rest
Went to Zaftig’s in Framingham for the first time on Sunday evening, with my wife.
I grew up in a Jewish family, so delicatessen food appeals to me. Nowadays, however, I choose not to eat certain foods, especially in the massive quantities we see in a typical deli.… Read the rest
This time of the year is great for taking inventory. How is your health? Relationships? Happiness?
Some say 2012 is the last year for humans on this planet. I say something big is coming which will change life here, and we need to do some work to get ready.… Read the rest
If you don’t drink and it’s working for you, great, don’t start now.
But, most Americans drink wine, beer or spirits each week, and there have been arguments that it can be healthy.
My view, is that we need to reduce our stress to be healthier.… Read the rest