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Exercise, Fitness

School Performance and Physical Activity

My kid is wearing a FitBit.  My wife never wore it and my daughter wanted to wear it.  Well, why not?  I'm so glad we did, because we as parents are learning tons about my daughter's Sleep duration, and activity level.  Emily has always had some issues with sleep, and we're working with her constantly… Continue reading School Performance and Physical Activity

Nutrition

Vitamin D-Supplement in the Winter?

The Sunshine Vitamin Vitamin D is considered the "Sunshine" Vitamin.  In all reality, vitamin D is a hormone that effects nearly every organ system in the body.  Vitamin D deficiency has been a hot topic and there are calls for supplementation and screening.  Low vitamin D has been reported to be linked with cancer risk, multiple… Continue reading Vitamin D-Supplement in the Winter?

LCHF, Nutrition

Salmon, Spinach and Feta Cheese

This is my breakfast this morning.  2 egg omelet, stuffed with Wild Alaskan Smoked Salmon, spinach sautéed in extra-virgin olive oil and garlic.  used Kerrygold butter for the omelet. Delicious, and healthy with 2 servings of vegetables, with only 7 grams of carbohydrates--all coming from real food. Ingredients 2 oz. Wild Alaskan Sockeye Salmon 2 cups… Continue reading Salmon, Spinach and Feta Cheese

CrossFit, Exercise, Fitness, Injuries

High Intensity Training for Middle Age People–Pro or Con

Just a quick note on my article in the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine (AMSSM) Sideline Report.  We debate on the Pro and Con of HIT for Middle aged people.  Of course, I was the "Pro" argument.  My feelings are that if people enjoy it, is safe, and effective, why the heck not? Here's… Continue reading High Intensity Training for Middle Age People–Pro or Con

Nutrition

Smoked Salmon, Spinach and Feta Cheese Omelet

This is my breakfast this morning.  2 egg omelet, stuffed with Wild Alaskan Smoked Salmon, spinach sautéed in extra-virgin olive oil and garlic.  used Kerrygold butter for the omelet. Delicious, and healthy with 2 servings of vegetables, with only 7 grams of carbohydrates--all coming from real food. Ingredients 2 oz. Wild Alaskan Sockeye Salmon 2 cups… Continue reading Smoked Salmon, Spinach and Feta Cheese Omelet