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Applying Paleo Principles to Narcolepsy

October 17, 2014

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]My name is Christina, and I'm a self-identified "Paleo Narco." That is, I am a person with narcolepsy (PWN) who has been applying Paleo Principles to Narcolepsy to help mitigate symptoms. In a few days, I'll be giving a talk at a patient conference about the use of dietary strategies (including Paleo) to manage narcolepsy symptoms. Narcolepsy is a horrendously misunderstood neurological (and most likely autoimmune) disease characterized by extreme fatigue...

Interview with Alan Aragon Paleo Critic

September 20, 2014

Alan Aragon is a nutrition expert and renowned Paleo critic that writes research reviews on the latest nutrition publications, writes a monthly column in Men's Health Magazine, and is also a continuing education provider for several organizations, including the Commission on Dietetic Registration, National Academy of Sports Medicine, and the National Strength & Conditioning Association. Aragon has been openly criticizing the Paleo Diet for over a decade, so I asked him a few questions...

How corporations corrupt science at the public expense

September 12, 2014

Studies have shown… Whatever we want to show you. Holy smoking lava-spewing volcano, am I in for it now! I have indeed written an article that involves Autism, vaccine safety, and data manipulation in official medical studies. The Holy Trinity of “don’t EVER talk about these things.” If you’re still here after that first sentence, and feeling brave, then let's move on to talk about how corporations corrupt science.. even at the expense of you, the public. First of all, this is not a...

The Solution to Your Health and Fitness Woes

September 12, 2014

"You are what your record says you are." - Hall of Fame NFL coach Bill Parcells We are afraid of truths in life. Our society is one of coddling. Confrontation and conflict make a lot of people uncomfortable. Unfortunately, that's not going to take you anywhere, so listen up. If you want something, work for it. Do what it takes, and sacrifice. But please, whatever you do, stop fooling yourself. Bill Parcells would likely agree, "Your current condition is a reflection of your actions." * *...

My Low Carb Bodybuilding Experience

August 22, 2014

I never planned to go 15 days with less than 50g carbs, it just sort of happened. Honestly, it was out of convenience that I had this low carb bodybuilding experience, actually. I had things going on and simplifying my diet made my life easier, which translates to less food prep, less time in the kitchen, and less food cleanup! The first few days were easy. But working in my favor were many factors. Among them, I'm no stranger to a ketogenic diet as a Paleo athlete. In fact, I've done contest...

5 Tips to Improve Your Workout

August 1, 2014

Bodybuilding doesn't mean you have 20-inch arms or look like the Incredible Hulk busting out of your khakis. It means you train to affect your physical form. That includes you! Through exercise, diet, and lifestyle you're attempting to "build" it as you desire. Below are 5 tips to improve your workout, for the novice and intermediate "bodybuilder." These tips will fast track your progress and you can listen now or listen later, but eventually, you will give in to these premises. So save...

How to Get Your Kids to Eat Paleo

July 29, 2014

The single most frequently asked question I get is... "How do you get your kids to eat PALEO?!" This is a loaded question and it brings up several topics. Usually, I offend someone with my answer. So, I decided to tackle this question in a series of blog posts, covering different topics. This is just the beginning. Let me start by saying that yes, I am an extremist about a lot of things, and it's ok if you don't like my way, it won't effect how I parent. First, my kids have always been...

Nurses as Leaders in the Paleo Movement

July 18, 2014

If being the most Googled diet in 2013 is any evidence, the Paleo Movement is slowly gaining momentum in mainstream culture. Everyone in the community, no matter what their profession or walk in life, has a role to play in contributing to this forward progress of bringing the Paleo message of true health and vitality to the masses. A large tenet of the Paleo Movement is built around the concept of “n=1” and the practice of relying on self-made health and nutrition experts that may have no...

Making the Decision to Lose Weight

July 18, 2014

People make the decision to lose weight every day. Some decide to implement more exercise, some choose to improve their diet, some choose to do both. Here’s the truth... (Patting myself on the back for resisting inserting the word “skinny” there.) But seriously, the truth… If you improve your exercise habits, your dietary habits, or both… most of you will see initial progress in your weight loss, regardless of program sustainability. Let’s say you have your normal lifestyle of diet and...

High Blood Pressure, Salt, and Potassium

July 4, 2014

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common condition that affects 1 in every 3 adults in the United States. Although hypertension typically has no signs or symptoms, it can lead to serious complications such as heart attack, stroke, heart failure, and kidney failure. In this “Ask the Paleo Nurse” question and answer segment, Katy helps a reader that has high blood pressure sift through recommendations regarding the consumption of salt and the role of potassium in the...