There is an epidemic of chronic lower back pain.1 It’s one of the leading causes of “Years Lived with Disability” (YLD), is responsible for over 7 million ER room visits each year, and costs us both time (hard to do much of anything when our lower back is hurting) and money (people with lower back...
Summer is for grillin’ and smokin’ meats. Brisket, ribs, tri-tip, sausages, pork shoulder, chicken, salmon… I’m making myself hungry. What goes perfectly with grilled and smoked meats? BBQ sauce. Whenever I mention how much I enjoy barbecue, someone says to me, “Wait, Mark, can you have BBQ sauce?” I get it. BBQ sauce is often on...
Today we’re sharing a post by guest authors Robb Wolf, New York Times Best Selling Author and one of the early advocates of the paleo lifestyle, and Diana Rodgers, RD, Real Food Dietitian and Sustainability Advocate. Robb and Diana co-authored Sacred Cow, an eye-opening book about meat, health, and sustainability, out this month. The ancestral health...
Research of the Week Humans were breeding sled dogs at least as far back as 9500 years ago. High-carb meals depress postprandial energy expenditure. Antidepressant effects of ayahuasca may be linked to its anti-inflammatory effects. Among senior men, low protein intake is deadly. Taking glucosamine linked to lower mortality. New Primal Blueprint Podcasts Episode 435: Jennifer Fulwiler: Host Elle Russ chats with...
Over the past few months, you’ve probably picked up a few habits you might not be thrilled with right now. Maybe your new normal has you staring mindlessly at the fridge looking for something snacky (and packing on a few extra pounds). Putting your workouts off ‘til the gym reopens. Or managing your stress with...
It’s been a couple months since I did a post explicitly about COVID-19, or SARS-COV2, or coronavirus, and since the pandemic is still happening and is on everyone’s mind, I’m going to do another one today. This time, I’m going to do a big picture look at where we stand on transmission risks, reinfections, immunity,...
Nerd neck. Tech neck. Computer neck. Text neck. Forward head posture. You might not be familiar with these terms, but you almost certainly know what they describe. Picture someone sitting on a bus or park bench looking at their phone. See in your mind’s eye how their head juts forward of their shoulders and droops down?...
Antioxidants serve as a powerful first line of defense against damage to your cells from aging, stress, and inflammation. Moreover, antioxidants appear to contain cancer-fighting properties and to support the immune system (among many other benefits). Many, many foods, especially colorful vegetables, contain a range of valuable antioxidants. We’ve listed a few of the most potent...
All raw. All cooked. A little of both. With meat, or without. Artfully arranged in a pretty plate or thrown together in a to-go container as your run out the door. There are infinite ways to assemble your “Big Ass Salad.” What’s the best way to make yours? The best “Big Ass Salad” is the one you’ll...
Research of the Week Animal protein beats plant protein for seniors who want to retain strength and daily functionality. Workouts make music sound better. Mineral water rich in magnesium sulfate can help against constipation. Kids and teens with depression should definitely be exercising. Low-dose alcohol is beneficial for mice. New Primal Blueprint Podcasts Episode 434: Brett Lloyd: Host Elle Russ chats with...