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nutrition, physical activity

Sports Drinks: The Good, Bad and Unnecessary

May 5, 2021 — 1 Comment

Is salt really that bad for you?

April 7, 2021 — 0 Comments

Breakfast: Is it really the most important meal of the day?

March 24, 2021 — 4 Comments

diet, nutrition

Why the heck can’t scientists agree on what is an ideal diet?

March 3, 2021 — 7 Comments

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Got second shot today! Rode my bike there as a number of studies indicate exercise before a vaccination can result in a stronger immune response and possibly reduce side effects. While it's too early to know if that's the case for the COVID vaccine, it seems to be the case for the seasonal flu. After your vaccination, listen to your body as to when to exercise next. Some people may experience side effects but many won't. Moderate activity in your arm may also reduce soreness. Thanks @vchhealthcare

All quiet at the lake for my before picture at the start of my 5km swim. I'm not posting the after picture.

Building my fitness to ride up Mt. Seymour by cycling up to @simonfraseru. The hardest part is after the traffic lights at the top because you think you're done but then it keeps going up.

Recent study shows using a sports drink that is pink results in slightly faster running performance compared to a a clear solution with the same amount of sweetner. The study used what's called 'carb rinsing' in which you swish a mouthful of the sports drink in your mouth and spit it out. Some earlier studies suggest carb rinsing is just as effective as swallowing in shorter exercise sessions.

Not having enough time, is probably the number one reason people give for not exercising. But the notion exercise takes too much time has no truth to it. As little as 20-30 minutes of activity that gets your heart and breathing rates up is all you need. And you don’t need to do it all at once. Breaking it up into chunks throughout the day is just as beneficial. You can even do exercise snacks, which are 30 second to 2 minute bursts of activity.

From health professionals to health organizations, we’ve been told to watch our salt intake for better health. And in particular, to reduce sodium. But is salt really that bad for you?

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