This summer, the people at Men’s Heath and Pure Protein had me come to the Rodale Farms, in Emmaus, PA for the day to shoot videos of three of my favorite shakes for helping people get quick, quality, and nutrient-packed meals at breakfast, post workout, and for a snack. Here are the videos. The Strawberry/Banana […]
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Ask Dr Mike: What is the Key to Long Term Weight Loss Success?
In this installment of Ask Dr. Mike, Dr. Mike answers a reader’s question, “What is the Key to Long Term Weight Loss Success?” Points discussed include: Do not make your diet all or nothing! Don’t focus on perfection. Realize that it is a process. Find ways to incorporate your diet into your social life. Did […]
Ask Dr Mike: Does Coffee Curb Hunger?
In this installment of Ask Dr. Mike, Dr. Mike addresses a Facebook fan’s question about the effects of coffee on suppressing hunger. Dr. Mike discusses a research study that compared the hunger dampening effects of water vs. decaf coffee vs. coffee. Also discussed: PYY hormone – what is it? Antioxidants in coffee Instant coffee Did […]
Ask Dr. Mike: How Can I Lose Weight Using Whole Foods?
In this installment of Ask Dr. Mike, Dr. Mike answers a Facebook fan’s question and discusses approaches to losing weight using whole foods versus pills and supplements. Whole foods is the way to go! Following workouts, it is good to add liquid nutrition. 5 keys to lean living: Carb Restriction Weight Training Interval Cardio Fish […]
Ask Dr. Mike: How Deep Should I Squat?
In this installment of Ask Dr. Mike, Dr. Mike answers the question, “How deep should I squat?” An in-depth review of the following is covered and demonstrated: unloaded (body weight) squats loaded squats proper form and technique for each range of motion issues front squats (loaded) and different grips back squats Did you like the […]
Ask Dr. Mike: Explain Metabolic Adaptation to Ketogenic Diets
In this installment of Ask Dr. Mike, Dr. Mike addresses a Facebook fan’s question regarding metabolic adaptation to ketogenic diets. Ketosis is not weight loss Ketosis and diabetic ketoacidosis are not the same and should not be confused Keys to ketogenic success include: increase fat, don’t cut calories deplete glycogen stores quickly keep protein in […]