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L-Glutamine Benefits Human Performance

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08/15/2017

L-glutamine benefits were first discovered in the body building industry to help build and preserve muscle tissue. As more research has been done on this amino acid the health benefits of L-glutamine are impressive. Here are 14 key proven L-glutamine benefits

Promotes muscle growth.

Decreases muscle wasting (especially important for those using any type of statin drug.)

Helps balance mucus production to improve IBS, diarrhea issues, and healthy bowel movements.

Improves gastrointestinal health by rebuilding and repairing the small intestines.

Helps heal a leaky gut.

Helps heal ulcers.

Aids in cellular detoxification.

Improves your metabolism to aid in weight loss and weight management.

Helps curb cravings for sugar and alcohol.

Helps stabilize blood sugar to improve diabetic issues.

Is an essential neurotransmitter to help with memory, focus, and concentration.

Improves athletic performance.

Aids in recovery from intense exercise.

Key building block for muscular development.

What is Metabolism?

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08/01/2017

Just recently I had a good client of mine ask me the question what is metabolism. And the simple answer I gave him is your body’s ability to process your food and drink for energy. But the real answer to the question what is metabolism is a bit more complex than that.

Here’s a definition of metabolism from Christian Nordqvist,

“Metabolism refers to biochemical processes that occur within any living organism – including humans – to maintain life. These biochemical processes allow people to grow, reproduce, repair damage, and respond to their environment.”

And when you break down this definition there are two component parts. Read More →

Can Artificial Sweeteners Cause Weight Gain?

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07/22/2017

There has been a long running debate about whether artificial sweeteners cause weight gain. And the answer is “YES!”

Not only do they cause weight gain but they also contribute to several other metabolic disorders. These are the findings of the researchers at the University of Manitoba’s George and Fay Yee Centre for Healthcare Innovation. (Try fitting that on a business card.)

They reviewed 37 studies that where done over the last 10 years or more. These studies documented the results from over 400,000 participants who used artificial sweeteners like aspartame, sucralose, and stevioside. They were able to document that artificial sweeteners had a negative impact on:

Metabolism

Gut Microbiome

and Appetite.

Additionally, their review of the literature clearly showed the following: Read More →

Resetting Your Microbiome – Two Testimonials

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07/08/2017

There is a health revolution taking place in America and it’s all about resetting your microbiome. Or what some term “resetting your gut health.” As I shared in my blog post 3 E’s and 4 R’s to Gut Health, the fastest way to reset your microbiome is to

Eliminate the 3 E’s

Eliminate Dybiosis

Eliminate Inflammation

Eliminate Leaky Gut

Replace with the 4 R’s

Remove Foods and Factors That Damage Your Gut

Replace With Healing Foods

Repair With Specific Supplements

Rebalance With Prebiotics and Probiotics

And that’s exactly what Homer Wimberly and Tammy Hester did in resetting their microbiome. They have given me permission to share their testimonials. Read More →

How Much Protein Do You Need

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07/01/2017

With the recent emphasis on protein to improve your health has come the question, how much protein do you need? If you research this, then you’re going to find a wide range of answers.

According to the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention it’s 46 grams for women and 56 grams for men. However, you need to keep in mind that this is the minimum to prevent illnesses due to lack of protein consumption.

In a recent show on Dr. Oz he also addressed this question on how much protein do you need. According to Dr. Oz the suggested recommendation varies according to your current weight. Here is a link to the show and in it he recommends dividing your weight by 3 to determine the amount of protein that’s right for you.

If I used his suggestion, then I would need 45 grams of protein since I weigh 136 pounds. This would be less then the government’s recommendation. However, if I weighed 210 pounds, then I would need 70 grams of protein, which would be higher then the government’s recommendation.

In deciding how much protein is right for you, this formula of dividing your weight by 3 allows for individual differences and would work for both men and women. Read More →

Resetting Your Gut Microbiome With Protein Foods

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06/22/2017

Choosing the right type of protein foods can play a major role in helping reset your gut microbiome for improved health and wellness. And here’s why.

When you properly select your protein source you can effectively address the 3 E’s to gut health. These 3 E’s are:

Eliminate Dysbiosis

Eliminate Inflammation

Eliminate Leaky Gut

And if your diet is lacking in protein, not only will you experience abdominal distress but you could also experience the following symptoms: Read More →

Resetting Your Gut Microbiome With The Mediterranean Diet

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06/15/2017

I just recently came across an excellent article on The 15 Health Benefits of the Mediterranean Diet by Jen Miller. I’ve listed these 15 health benefits below.

As I was reading her post I kept thinking that the Mediterranean Diet is an excellent way to address the 3 E’s and 4 R’s to Gut Health. How this way of life can:

Eliminate Dysbiosis

Eliminate Inflammation

Eliminate Leaky Gut

while helping you

Remove Foods and Factors That Damage Your Gut

Replace With Healing Foods

Repair With Specific Supplements

Rebalance With Prebiotics and Probiotics

The Mediterranean diet is based on the traditional foods that were consumed by ancient populations in Italy and Greece. Over time this diet has been modified. But its core components have remained the same.

And the resulting health benefits make the Western diet look like a death sentence. Read More →

6 Key Benefits of Lemon Water

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05/22/2017

Last week I posted on how water is the best anti aging ingredient. Over the weekend I was in a training seminar on the microbiome and the use of water was again highlighted. However, lemon water was recommended over regular water.

If fact the person who taught the seminar said she had 135 reasons why you should use lemon water.

Well in today’s post I’m going to give you what I think are the 6 key benefits of lemon water. Ones that actually have scientifically backed facts to support their benefits.

So let me ask you a question:

“Would you try a drink that could improve your digestion, help detoxify you, rejuvenate your skin, boost your energy, and could even help you shed some pounds?”

If you answered “YES”, then please read the rest of this post. Read More →

What is the Best Anti Aging Ingredient?

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05/15/2017

For most people the best anti aging ingredient is the one they fail to consume on a daily basis. Or they think they’re consuming it, but because of additives and sugars they’re actually accelerating the aging process instead of slowing it down.

What is this ingredient?

Pure water!

Now you can do some things to enhance your water like add lemons or liquid chlorophyll. But by itself water is the best anti aging ingredient that you need to consume on a daily basis.

Couldn’t Coffee, Soda, or Beer Be The Best Anti Aging Ingredient?

No! You’re thinking that you get lots of water in the eight cups of coffee you drink or the several cans of soda you consume. Or maybe you’re counting the bottles of beer after work because it makes you go to the bathroom.

SORRY! THESE DON’T COUNT!

It needs to be pure water and lots of it! Before I tell you why, let me give you some facts that you can share at work: Read More →

The New Secret to Weight Loss

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05/08/2017

The New Secret to Weight Loss centers on your microbiome. Two weeks ago I gave you the old secret to weight loss based on calorie consumption versus calorie expenditure. And while this application is still valid, for many it still presented a problem. Especially with long term weight loss.

Why?

Because they never reset their gut health. Which means the microbial communities of your gut continue to drive your eating habits. It is one of the reasons why people have cravings and are constantly hungry.

Current research clearly indicts that your microbiome significantly, if not entirely, impacts your health and wellness.

Even to your body composition of being lean or fat.

People used to blame their human genes for being overweight. And because of this, they felt powerless to change their physical appearance.

But science in the area of the microbiome, especially looking at your gut microbial communities, clearly shows this plays a far greater role in determining whether you are lean or fat.

This means that if you change your internal gut microbiome, you can significantly improve your ability to process food so that you use food for energy instead of storing it as fat. Read More →