All posts under the health topic.
I've been testing a habit-forming app called "Fabulous". The app relies on research from Duke University to design routines and challenges. It includes ways to get support from other users…
I wrote this article to help answer these questions: What's the purpose of protein bars? What are they made of? Should I eat protein bars? What are the best and…
What matters about atherosclerosis? Uncontrolled inflammation in the intima. What inflames the intima beyond control? The reaction to unwanted cholesterol and LDL particles getting into the intima. The reaction…
An introduction to essential oils This review of essential oils won't go into much detail but might help establish a basic familiarity with the topic. I'll provide background and guidance regarding…
Fall 2015--Companies are like bodies in a few ways. First, quality seems to be recognizable. A quality body can be identified by the layperson, as can a quality company. "Quality",…
This is for you if you: 1. Want to make informed decisions about health based on research, rather than internet articles, fad diets, or friends with good intentions. 2. Don't…
2/19/2013--Seek a routine for effectiveness. I've been back home almost two weeks and ironically the only negative is I miss the hotel. Not the room itself--I won't stay at Extended…
Recommendation: If possible, ask at least one person to pursue a goal with you when you want to form a new habit. At least make someone else aware of your…
7/9/2014--The pseudo-sabbatical beginning in January has paid off. My expenses have been more than covered, I have no debt, I'm playing more soccer than ever, I've read or podcasted more…
9/30/2017--Why does it always take me so long to even begin to develop a new habit? When I learn of something that is supposed to be healthy or helpful at work,…