We receive several comments and questions on our nutrition blog regarding working out. Every once in a while we receive a comment that we simply can’t answer. Thankfully, we know somebody who can – one of our Skinny Gene Partners! For this question, we enlisted the help of our MMA expert, Clabe Gains. He is […]
A news story was just published that reaffirms the importance of preventing diabetes. The focus of the story wasn’t heart disease, strokes, or any of the other commonly discussed diabetes-related complications. Nope, this story makes a strong case that preventing diabetes can also prevent cancer. Several studies have previously linked diabetes to an increased risk in colon,
Hello. I’m Minwoo Kim from South Korea. I am 27 years old and have been studying at Intrax language school in San Diego for approximately 1 year. While living here, I have learned and observed many interesting cultural differences between the U.S. and South Korea. I have been curious as to why diabetes and obesity are growing global issues. In
Have you noticed lately that the 10 minute mini workouts seem to be the biggest craze to hit the weight loss and lifestyle management scene? And we think, rightfully so! The 10 minute workout provides a solution to a very common problem… How do I fit exercise into my crazy, hectic schedule? Some people are so stressed
They say “the secret to someone’s heart is through their stomach”. Show your child how much you love them by sending them to school with a lunch box full of an assortment of enjoyable (and healthy) foods! Let’s face it, the same old sandwich, chips, and apple can be rather boring to a child (or
Diabetes is one of the most misunderstood diseases around, and if we hope to fight it, we have to find a way to start dispelling many of the common myths out there, especially about the “diabetes diet”. Please take a minute to read through these top 10 Diabetes Diet Myths. Have you heard or been mislead by any of these? 10 Diabetes Diet Myths “Diabetes diet.” Simply hearing these words may be enough to make you feel overwhelmed or frustrated. Perhaps you have said, or heard someone else express, one of these thoughts: Eating
By Emily Barr, MS,RD,CNSC – The number one excuse for skipping a workout is (and I quote) “I don’t have enough time!” Usually this line is followed by more excuses including your children’s schedules, your work schedules, house hold chores, or lack of sleep. Time is valuable, in order to utilize every opportunity you have
By Marlayna Bollinger, Excutive Director -A mom on a mission to prevent type 2 diabetes and staunch believer that one person can make difference. “A little touch of sugar”, yeah right! I’m not sure how this term for diabetes ever came into existence, but I wish it would go away. The fact of the matter
By Emily Barr, MS,RD,CNSC Water balloons, water parks, and water colors are all components of summertime fun, but what about drinking water? Most people do not find drinking water to be all that fun, and they often time fall short of their fluid goal leaving them in a state of dehydration. Unfortunately, water is essential
HOW TO REDUCE PORTION SIZES The great American road trip is an essential part of most summers. And it wouldn’t be complete without stopping off for a bite to eat along the way. But, not only are healthy options on the highway often hard to find, the amount of food we’re served has gotten a