Category: Nutrition
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Beating Crohn’s Disease With Nutrition
In the spring of 2020, the world shut down. Like so many families, we were navigating lockdowns, remote school, and the general uncertainty that came with the start of the pandemic. My son, a high school junior at the time, was part of his school’s cross-country and track teams. He was also in the marching…
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Functional Health and the Pursuit of a Longer, Healthier Life
In his book Young Forever, Dr. Mark Hyman—head of functional medicine at the Cleveland Clinic—lays out a powerful argument for rethinking how we approach aging and chronic disease. Rather than patching up symptoms with medication or surgery, Dr. Hyman emphasizes addressing root causes through lifestyle, nutrition, and functional testing. The book dives deep into how…
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My Experience with Project Lean Nation
Over the last couple of months, Lynn and I have been experimenting with Project Lean Nation (PLN), and it’s quickly become a convenient and effective part of our fitness and nutrition routine. For a little background, Project Lean Nation is headquartered in Rochester, New York, where they prepare meals made from whole food ingredients—no preservatives,…
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Why MyFitnessPal is My Go To for Nutrition Tracking
One of the most powerful tools in my nutrition and fitness journey is MyFitnessPal, and I’ve been using it for over a decade. Whether I’m trying to lose weight, maintain it, or—like now—put on muscle, this app has been a game-changer for keeping my nutrition on track. If you’re serious about fitness and want to…
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The Power of Nutrition: What I’ve Learned Over the Years
I’ve read a lot of books on the power of nutrition over the years. In fact, if you ever need a gift idea for me, the latest research-backed book on proper nutrition is always a solid choice. I love digging into what the science says—how food impacts the body, and more importantly, how it can…
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How Weight Watchers Helped Me Build Better Eating Habits
The biggest lesson I took from Weight Watchers was shifting from a “diet” mindset to a lifestyle change. It wasn’t about temporary restrictions—it was about learning to eat better permanently.
