“Eating After You Exercise May Provide Added Fat-Burning Benefits” – The New York Times
Cyclists who had pedaled on an empty stomach incinerated about twice as much fat as those who had consumed a shake first. By Gretchen Reynolds Nov. 27, 2019 Working out on an empty stomach could amplify the health benefits of the activity, according to a well-timed new study of the interplay of meal timing, metabolic […]
Diet Doctor Recipe: Cod with Creamy Dijon Sauce and Crispy Bacon
Tender fish, buttery cabbage and crispy bacon, served in a Dijon cream sauce, create a sophisticated and satisfying taste sensation. A simple meal that tastes gourmet. Ingredients 5 oz. bacon, cut into smaller pieces 1 yellow onion, finely chopped 1 garlic clove, finely chopped 1 oz. butter for frying 1½ cups heavy whipping cream 2 […]
“The Zen of Weight Lifting” – The New York Times
Chop wood, carry water and other lessons that apply far beyond the gym. By Brad Stulberg Nov. 22, 2019 One of my favorite movements at the gym is called a farmer’s carry. You hold a heavy weight — for me, around 95 pounds — in each hand and attempt to walk with a solid, upright […]
“Will Science Ever Give Us a Better Night’s Sleep?” – The New York Times
By Kim Tingley Nov. 19, 2019 We, humans, spend a third of our lives asleep, oblivious to our surroundings and temporarily paralyzed. It’s a vulnerability that would seem to diminish our odds of survival, so evolutionarily speaking it must also somehow confer tremendous benefits. Yet our best guesses about what those benefits tend to come […]
“3 Hours of Exercise a Week May Lower Your Depression Risk” – The New York Times
Walking, jogging, yoga or any type of exercise may help to ward off depression, even in those with genetic susceptibility. By Gretchen Reynolds Nov. 20, 2019, 5:00 a.m. ET Those of us who walk, dance, run, ease into a downward dog, or glide and churn on ellipticals at least a few times a week are […]
“Infants and Toddlers Eat Too Much Sugar, Researchers Say” – The New York Times
Using C.D.C. data, researchers found that 98 percent of toddlers and 60 percent of infants consumed added sugar in sweetened drinks, baked goods, and snacks. A recent study using government data found that nearly all American toddlers, and a majority of babies, eat too much sugar. A recent study using government data found that nearly […]
American Society of Nutrition: Epigenetic Regulation of Metabolism and Inflammation by Calorie Restriction
Hernández-Saavedra D1, Moody L1, Xu GB2, Chen H1,2, Pan YX1,2. Author information 1 Division of Nutritional Sciences. 2 Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL. Abstract Chronic caloric restriction (CR) without malnutrition is known to affect different cellular processes such as stem cell function, cell senescence, inflammation, and […]
Diet Doctor Recipe: Keto Chicken Curry Pie
Ingredients Pie crust ¾ cup almond flour 4 tbsp sesame seeds 4 tbsp coconut flour 1 tbsp ground psyllium husk powder 1 tsp baking powder 1 pinch salt 3 tbsp olive oil or coconut oil 1 egg 4 tbsp water Filling 2⁄3 lb cooked chicken 1 cup mayonnaise 3 eggs ½ green bell pepper, finely […]
“Why Children (and Pregnant Women) May Want to Eat More Fish” – The New York Times
There is some evidence that eating fish may make children smarter. Credit…Andrew Scrivani for The New York Times By Nicholas Bakalar Oct. 30, 2019 Does fish make children smarter? There is some evidence that it might. In two reviews of data from 44 studies, researchers have concluded that eating seafood during pregnancy and childhood is […]
Diet Doctor Recipe: Keto Egg Muffins
One of the best time-saving keto breakfasts of all time, hands down. Delicious, savory egg muffins are convenient, easy to make, and perfect for on-the-go adults and kids! Make ahead of time, and revel in your preparedness! Ingredients: 2 scallions, finely chopped 5 oz. chopped air-dried chorizo or salami or cooked bacon 12 eggs 2 […]