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I came across a great article today regarding The Paleo Diet.
If you aren't familiar with this way of eating, I encourage you to check it out. One way to sum up the Paleo way of eating is...if it does not fly, swim, run, and it's not green, don't eat it.
You can read the article here, and check out The Paleo Diet book here.
I came across a recent post via msn health and fitness which mentions "fatty-acid supplementation (800 mg per day) for three months significantly improved reading, spelling and behavior in children with attention disorders. Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center reported a correlation between higher blood levels of omega-3 fats and fewer impulsive behaviors."
The article also says that although the science is new,experts say a daily fish-oil supplement may improve mental focus and probably will provide cardiovascular benefits.
Personally I've been taking fish oil ever since I heard Dr. Jose Antonio PhD, noted leader in performance sports nutrition, speak about it's benefits.
There was a smart article today in the Pasadena Star News by Natalie Haughton with regard to healthy eating choices at Dodger Stadium.
Having eaten my share of Dodger Dogs and other junk food on my many visits to the stadium, Natalie brought up some healthy alternatives, such as grilled vegetable wraps, hummus with vegetables, and fruit salads.
I know what you are thinking. "Give me a break, I'm at the ball game...let me eat crappy." For those of you who are my regular readers you know how I feel about this. If you have eaten well during the rest of your week, then one meal won't make or break your desire to stay lean. The problems happen when another high fat low nutrient meal is added to a poor week of eating. This is where most people get into trouble.
So...if you plan on attending a game, and want to "pig out", then eat well and train hard the rest of the week, and have a great time.
P.S. An interesting side note that not many of you will know...I was a bat-boy for the Los Angeles Dodgers during their 1983 season. Fantastic experience!
I read this recently in the Conde Nast Traveler..."the most remarkable local secret for almost all beauty needs is the pulp of the acai berry".
I know that some women are going to read this and be tempted to think that they to will have gorgeous bodies thanks to the acai berry. I don't think so.
Having been lucky enough to be married to a Brazilian woman, and spending quite a bit of time in Brazil, there is a lot more to great bodies than this little berry.
Don't get me wrong, I think that there are a lot of benefits from consuming the acai berry, beneficial fats, lots of antioxidants, etc. I drink an acai smoothie about 4-5 days a week. I use the powder form from Sambazon.
In contrast to most American women, most Brazilian women walk a lot more. They walk from their house to the bus, then walk to work. Those who live near the beach are often jogging, biking, playing on the beach, or working out in one of the many gyms.
Here in Los Angeles where I live, people drive everywhere. They walk from their door 8 steps to their car, pass by Starbucks another 20 steps, back into the car, get to work, park as close as possible, walk 20 steps, and sit down at the desk.
So what's the answer? If your body isn't that of a Brazilian beach beauty that you desire...get moving. Train harder, eat smarter, and enjoy life more. Maybe dancing a little Samba might help too!
One of the most often asked questions I receive is "What should I eat, and when?"
You definitely want to pay attention to what's going in your mouth. If you eat smart with lean proteins, high fiber carbs, and some good fat, then your body will reward you with energy and sufficient fuel for a lean body. On the other hand if you go overboard and eat too much, or worse junk food, not only will you feel bad mentally and physically, but now you have the extra job of trying to burn off the excess.
As far as timing, I personally like to eat every 3 hours. It's really quite simple...just eat at 6a,9a,noon,3p,6p, and maybe a late snack if necessary.
One of the best ways to guarantee what you eat will be balanced properly for your exercise level and your goals, is to have your food professionally prepared and delivered. Imagine not having to cook, not having to shop, or think about where you might get your next meal while on the road.
My friends over at Sunfare are my choice for home meal delivery. The food is great tasting, and you'll love the convenience. Give them a call and let them help you get lean.
O.K. Day number two. Today's freebie is a beautiful 44 page Healthy Dessert Cookbook from Dr. John Berardi over at Precision Nutrition. I have looked through the cookbook and there are a lot of great looking dishes.
Since this cookbook just came out, I haven't had a chance to make any of the recipes yet. Give me your feedback in the "comments" section when you have tried a recipe.
This is one more piece of the puzzle. Now you'll have no excuse for not choosing a healthy alternative, over your regular dessert.
Today's question: How many pages are there in this cookbook?