BMI: Obesity-Detecting Bullet or Bunk? The Body Mass Index, or BMI, is a crude measure of fatness in individuals. Calculated by dividing one’s weight in kilograms by the square of one’s height in meters, it has been the standard determination of fatness and fitness in doctor’s offices, insurance companies and for governmental statisticians since the 1970s. It has been touted as a measure not just of one’s fatness, but also their health. But is this really true? BMI: Never meant for individuals The BMI was created in the 19th century by a Belgian statistician who was trying to assess the collective weight of a population. It was never created for, nor intended to be used, on individuals. However, the ease...
The TOP 3 Reasons why YOU should be eating LARD. 1. It’s HEALTHY! When compared with olive oil, lard is a close second in the monounsaturated fat department! Olive oil has about 77% monounsaturated fat, with lard at 48% monounsaturated fat. Butter ranks third with 30% monounsaturated fat and coconut oil is last at 6%. The main fat in lard (oleic acid) is a fatty acid associated with decreased risk of depression. Those same monounsaturated fats, are responsible for lowering LDL levels while leaving HDL (“good”) cholesterol levels alone. Shocking, right? Lard also contains high amounts of Vitamin D, a necessary fat-soluble vitamin. It is estimated that 1 tablespoon of lard contains 1000 IU of Vitamin D! As a society,...
You’ll Never Buy Butter Form The Store Again After You’ve Made It Yourself (Two Ingredient Recipe) The best thing you can do for your health is replacing the processed butter with homemade organic butter. The butter you buy in grocery stores is packed with pasteurized milk and trans fats. And the home made one is full of vitamin A and is good for your eyes, skins, tissues, membranes and teeth. Ingredients 2 cups organic heavy cream sea salt, to taste Add bacon, herbs, lard etc for additional taste Preparation: Pour cream into food processor and process for about 10 minutes. It will turn to a thick whipped cream first. Continue processing until it turns grainy and separate into butter and...
Are there ways to ensure that you are getting all the nutrients and vitamins you need? Yes there is. By eating visceral meats, fatty cold water fish and organic vegetables you are a long way to your goal. I have found that in the absence of knowing and having absolute peace of mind that I am eating correctly, a good choice of supplements has made a huge difference to my journey. I am a huge fan of getting all my nutrients in with ease and peace of mind rates highly when choosing nutrients to eat. Here is a list of nutrients you need from the food choices you make daily. 1. Vitamin A (Beta Carotene), Vitamin A is a vitamin...
By Sarah Robinson .So here is an opinion from a fellow banter, a veteran LCHF since you asked. I first did it back in 2003 and lost almost 90 lbs and corrected my depression and IBS and obesity WITH NO EXPERTS, no book, only a biochem textbook and willpower to take back my life, called it my personal take on Atkins diet. Following a "moderation diet" over the last few years has resulted in insulin resistance. I am also a primary care clinician (Podiatrist) who happens to know a lot of stuff about how these meat suits we walk around in actually work. RMR is great. Awesome. It is preventative. Have you ever noticed that Tim doesn't give advice to...
