It’s All “Free Time”
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…
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It’s All “Free Time”
Why the word “should” is so unhealthy
Recommendation: To answer the question "What should I eat?", first identify what's most important to you, in whatever terms you want. Just be able to explain it simply. Then, think…
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Why the word “should” is so unhealthy
Sunburns: totally beyond the pale
Various societal trends can be linked to the increased exposure to sunlight. I think a major reason is that, around the mid-1900s, Americans started finding time, access, and money to…
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Sunburns: totally beyond the pale
Smoke Point: Time for an Oil Change
Outline Recommendation How to minimize oxidation and reduce your exposure Background and key terms Why eating oxidized fats is unhealthy At what level do these fats become harmful? Is there…
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Smoke Point: Time for an Oil Change
Think fast: a review of research on intermittent fasting
Recommendation: Once you've balanced your diet, sleep schedule, and exercise/movement, consult your doctor to see if fasting is safe for you. If your doctor has no concerns for you adopting…
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Think fast: a review of research on intermittent fasting
The Fresher, the Better (For Some)
It's clear that produce loses nutritional value over time, but does it matter?
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The Fresher, the Better (For Some)
A little wax on floss…
Recommendation: Floss once per day. Every dentist has told me to floss, and it involves no risk, but I was still following the advice blindly (which I've found is a…
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A little wax on floss…