Suzie has really committed to the nutrition process and tried everything we threw at her. Her participation in the group has been invaluable. She has totally transformed and it’s evident in her mindset and gains in the gym. I highly recommend reading Suzie’s full journey. She is very honest with her feelings of not knowing what to do, being afraid …
Erin Bandini – Nutrition Journey
Congratulations to Erin Bandini on her nutrition journey! Erin was very dedicated, participated in the group, and really dove in and took advantage of all the tools and challenges we utilized. Hard work and consistency pays off and Erin is a shining example of that! Erin has lost a total of 20 pounds and has been crushing it in the …
800g Challenge
800g Nutrition ChallengeOct 31 – Nov 28 | $25The #800gChallenge® is a fun and inclusive twist on eating healthy. First, there are NO foods to eliminate. That’s right! All you have to do is eat 800 grams, by weight, of the fruits and vegetables of your choice each day. And then you continue to eat whatever else you want. Why …
Carbs
First time challengers, I will be at CCF tomorrow, Saturday, at 10:00 a.m. and Wednesday from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. if you have any questions about the challenge including how to fill out the point log. Carbs on Paleo When you think of the word “carbs”, what comes to mind? Bagels, pasta, rice, potatoes, bread, anything made from grains? …
Are you eating enough protein??
This challenge is designed to make you aware of the amount of protein you eat on a daily basis. At a minimum you should be eating 1 gram of protein equal to your lean body mass. If you are training hard or looking to get stronger, you should be eating 1 gram of protein equal to your total body weight. …
Don’t Should on Yourself!
Negative self-talk is one of the fastest ways of destroying self-esteem, sabotaging your goals, and negatively influencing your mood and emotions. “Fat-talk” (negative self-talk about your body) can lead to eating disorders, body dysmorphia, and low self-esteem. Statements like “I could have,” “I should be,” and “I used to” short-circuit progress towards your goals, and keep you focused on the …
More Reasons to Eat Berries!
By Dr. Mercola: When it comes to fruit, berries are among the healthiest variety to choose, as they are densely packed with a variety of potent phytochemicals and fiber while at the same time being relatively low in sugar. Blueberries and strawberries, in particular, have recently been highlighted by Harvard researchers as ‘superfoods’ for heart health. Fruit can be immensely …
Fructose Overload
Sweet, tasty, and satisfying – these are the usual words used to describe sugar. Of all the foods capable of inflicting harm in your body, sugar is one of the most detrimental Research now suggests that fructose, especially high fructose corn syrup (HFCS), is taking a devastating toll on your health. It is a MAJOR factor in the increasing rates …
Another reason to avoid Sugar
Recently posted in Primal Docs: Heart Disease is Sugar Disease If you have been following conventional advice, then you’ve been told to avoid fats to prevent heart disease. Turns out if you want to maintain a healthy vascular system and prevent heart disease, sugar is the target you want to seek out and eliminate. Research has found people who get …
Is Dairy Bad For You?
“I know how confusing it can be to wade through all the conflicting nutrition info out there. Are eggs bad? No. Will red meat kill you? No. Let me bottom line it for you: everyone is physiologically different. One food can work wonders in one body but have a detrimental effect in another. This could be due to food allergies …