Author: immortals

For today’s edition of Dear Mark, I’m answering a reader question about beans. But it’s not just about beans. It’s about something called the Bean Protocol, a rather new dietary approach that many of my readers have expressed interest in. The Bean Protocol is supposed to improve the liver’s ability to clear out toxins, thereby...

If you’ve ever (briefly!) thought about duct-taping your kid to a chair while you wedge a forkful of spinach into their mouth, you know the frustration and anxiety many parents experience around kids’ nutrition. “Are they eating enough?” “Are they getting the right nutrients?” “Why won’t they eat anything green??” “Am I failing as a parent???” “WHO’S IN CHARGE HERE...

Research of the Week When pigs made it to Europe, their genes were completely overturned. The genetic formation of the first Americans. We’re more likely to remember the locations of places where we consumed high calorie meals. Makes sense. Religious rituals trigger endogenous opioids. Late night eating tends to be a bad idea. New Primal Blueprint Podcasts Episode 451: Kyrin Dunston MD,...

What do a doctor, dietitian, licensed clinical social worker, side-hustling nutrition coach, and personal trainer all have in common? No, this isn’t the beginning of a terrible joke… The answer: We interviewed people in each of these careers, and they all said getting a nutrition certification was worth it.  But is a nutrition certification worth it, for you? In...

Can you determine if a nutrition certification program is reputable, a good fit, and something that will boost your career—before you actually sign up? Absolutely! To do so, you’ll need to: Consider why you want to get certified Make sure the certification program aligns to your values Know what topics the certification covers Get familiar with the company’s reputation Compare the...

Raise your hand if you’ve been feeling a little overwhelmed. Aside from the fact that being in the middle of a pandemic makes everything more stressful, you’ve got work obligations and family commitments, then there are food choices to make, at-home workouts you think you should be doing, and non-stretchy pants you’re feeling bad for...