When people ask Ultimate Performance founder Nick Mitchell how he stays in shape, he has one answer. For Nick, it’s not a chore…it’s a lifestyle. But it’s a lifestyle that he constantly has to work at that is not without its challenges, pitfalls and vices. But there are some common rhythms that Nick has worked into his life with diet...

Men are hit harder than women by the worst excesses of COVID-19 and complications from the virus. But what are the factors that make men’s health outcomes so much worse? Why does being overweight and inflamed have a particularly hard impact on men? And what is it about the differences in male and female fat storage patterns that play such...

Of all the food possibilities there are to eat, taco salad happens to be one of my favorites. From the seasoned meat, to the crunchiness of the taco, It is just a delight to eat. But like many restaurant foods, there is an abundance of salt, sugar, and fat. So this week I wanted to find a heart healthy version...

The close connection between type 2 diabetes and obesity has been understood by healthcare providers for decades in the United States, but unfortunately both conditions have continued to increase in prevalence. Because the link between the two is related to insulin levels and blood sugar levels, the main treatment for diabetes is medication that aims to manage those levels. One...

In this article: Some of the Most Potassium-Rich Foods What Diseases Can Cause Potassium Deficiency? What Are the Symptoms of Potassium Deficiency? What Are the Symptoms of High Potassium? Final Word Potassium is an essential mineral that plays a crucial role in facilitating various everyday physiological processes inside the body. Its main function is to maintain the cell structure to...

In this article: Types of Toxicity Common Sources of Various Toxins Forms of Toxic Exposure How Toxins Affect the Body Signs and Symptoms of Toxicity Medical Treatment for Toxicity Diagnosing Toxic Buildup in the Body Complications of Untreated Toxicity When to See a Doctor Final Word Multiple biochemical and physiological processes are taking place inside the human body that make...

In this article: Health Benefits of Consuming Tomatoes Nutritional Content of a Tomato How to Include in Your Diet Precautions to Consider Most-Asked Questions About Tomatoes Final Word Chockful of antioxidants and nutrients, tomatoes are one of the most popular fruits used all over the world in various ways. They are native to South and Central America and were first...

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In this article: Health Benefits of Lemon Seeds How to Consume Lemon Seeds Precautions to Consider Most-Asked Questions About Lemon Seeds Final Word Lemons are famous for so many reasons. They add great flavor to dishes, are high in vitamin C, bring about relief to the common cold and digestive issues, and help the body fight many illnesses. But what...

When I was running a pediatric oncology clinic my mornings started very early. I had no time to cook a healthy breakfast. So on my way to work, I would stop through my local Starbucks. I would order a large cappuccino and a large blueberry muffin, you know the ones the size of a softball. Ah so yummy! Warmed in...