What are branched chain amino acids (BCAAs), and what are the benefits of BCAA supplementation?  The bottom line is–BCAA supplementation can result in more muscle mass retained, and a greater percentage of lost body fat.   What are BCAAs?   BCAAs are essential nutrients the body gets from protein rich foods such as meat, legumes […]

With the launch of the latest addition to our Trim® product line, Trim® SuperBurn, we thought it was a great opportunity to break down the science behind MCT, ketogenic diets and fat loss and explore the benefits and uses of ketone supplements.   Ketosis   Let’s start with ketosis.  What exactly is Ketosis? Ketosis is […]

Why is everyone crowing about kale? Because it’s really awesome!  Check out the following health benefits of eating kale and some delicious kale recipes!   Kale is a sturdy, leafy green plant related to broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, and cabbage. It’s rich in vitamins and cancer-preventing phytochemicals called glucosinolates. And because kale is deep green […]

Avocados are well-known for their digestive and heart health benefits—the latest news suggests avocados may have blood cancer-fighting benefits as well.  Check out our picks for top avocado health benefits and some of our favorite delicious avocado recipes!   Avocados, like tomatoes, are technically a fruit, but they’re usually used in cooking as a vegetable. […]

Understanding the five components of a heart healthy diet can help you eat your way to better cardiac health! Check out these recommendations from the Mayo Clinic about which foods to choose and which foods stay away from in each category. Fruits and Vegetables   In general, people are not consuming enough raw fruits and […]

Avoiding unhealthy foods, and eating a diet rich in nutrients, fiber, and healthy fats will improve your overall heart health and lower your risk of heart attack.   Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death among American adults affecting more than 1 in 3 adults in the U.S. But, the good news is, you can literally […]

Most people suffer digestive stress at one time or another. Regularity of the digestive system is important for the proper metabolism of the foods you eat so they can be utilized by the body. Here are our top 10 tips for improving your digestive health. Eat a high-fiber diet   One way to help your […]

Salads are perfect for introducing superfoods into your lifestyle.  Superfood your salad with these 4 tips for making delicious and healthy salads along with 4 of our favorite superfood salad recipes!   4 Healthy Tips   Superfood salads contain healthy ingredients and are prepared using healthy cooking methods.  When you page through your cook books […]

Staying healthy through the holidays is challenging when temptations are all around you!  Try these delicious healthy recipes at your holiday table this year.   Finding some healthy recipes you enjoy to share with your friends and family can help you avoid some of the not-so-healthy options at the table.   Fall brings an abundance […]

With all the buzz about insurance providers dropping coverage and skyrocketing premiums and deductibles, it’s a good time to consider alternative options, such as concierge medical care.   A concierge medical program—often referred to as boutique, retainer, and direct practice medicine—has many benefits, because it provides a more flexible physician-patient relationship that is not beholden to […]