Three months ago I started exercising in earnest and changed my eating plan to a plant-based one. At the same time I discontinued my statin prescription to see if I could eliminate the need with these lifestyle changes. I couldn't wait to get into the lab and have validation … [Read more...] about Unexpected Results: Lab Tests Are Back
Tales from the Scale: Weeks 24-25
There were two weeks between weigh-in due to being in Portland last weekend for Fitbloggin'. I know one person who did go to a Portland Weight Watchers meeting but I didn't want to miss any of the conference plus travel is not kind to my weight. Even though it's just water due … [Read more...] about Tales from the Scale: Weeks 24-25
Weekly Chronicles: Staying Cool Edition
It's been muggy here in San Diego for the past couple of weeks which is unusual for us but probably something most of you experience every summer. We've run our air conditioner more already this year than all of last summer. We've been staying cool with iced drinks, easy meals … [Read more...] about Weekly Chronicles: Staying Cool Edition
Fitbloggin’ 2013: Nutrilite Trout Lake Farm
When FitBloggin registrants were offered the chance to attend a pre-conference event touring Nutrilite's Trout Lake Farm I signed up right away. Trout Lake Farm is the largest certified organic herb farm in North America and who wants to miss that? That morning I almost … [Read more...] about Fitbloggin’ 2013: Nutrilite Trout Lake Farm
2013 Goals Progress Report: Quarter 2
At the beginning of the year I set two goals for 2013 and both were related to health. Although I'm having a hard time believing the year is half over, it's time to measure progress and adjust accordingly. Weight Loss Goal Second Quarter Goal: Lose 10 pounds by June 30th. The … [Read more...] about 2013 Goals Progress Report: Quarter 2