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Wednesday, August 20, 2008, 04:23 PM
We recently got in our first order of 'Taco Cheese' protein bites, by 'Health Wise'. These are are chrunchy little taco-flavored morsels which make for a great low calorie snack, packing 12 grams of protein and only 11 grams of carbohydrate into each bag, containing only 120 calories.
What we didn't know, until quite by accident, was that these crunchy little packets of flavor acually go great with the 'Health Wise' Turkey Chili, to create a very nutritionally sound kind-of 'Frito Pie,' so to speak, but with a total of 340 calories and a whopping 34grams of protein, and it tastes great!
A really nice alternative for those of you looking for something to meet your Tex-Mex Fix in a fairly low calorie, healthy sort of way.
Until next time!
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( 2.6 / 7 )Thursday, August 14, 2008, 10:53 AM
People who are wanting to lose weight, I find are often secretly hoping, and often verbally offering that, "it's probably my thyroid that is responsible for making me gain weight." While there are those for whom this is actually the case, at least in my own practice, for the vast majority of my patients, this is not the case. There is, however, a hormone which plays a major role in fat storage in all of us, and for way too many of us, it becomes elevated and sometimes may stay elevated for longer periods than is healthy. What hormone am I talking about? INSULIN. Fat cannot enter the fat cells unless insulin is present to allow glucose and fatty acids to enter the adipose cells(fat cells), for storage as bodyfat. Consequently, a diet which is high in high glycemic carbohydrate(white rice, pasta, bread, potato chips, candy, soft drinks, commercial fruit juices, sugar-laden desserts) raises the body's insulin levels, making it tremendously easy for the body to store both the carbohydrate and dietary fat taken in during a meal, as FAT. So, for many of our patients, I recommend getting the majority of their carbohydrates in the form of a variety of green, yellow, orange (colorful) fibrous vegetables and keeping high glycemic carbohydrates to a minimum. This has the potential to keep blood insulin levels more stable and allows the body to access its fat stores to burn as fuel......and that's what we all want, isn't it?
Have a great day?
Dr. Kelley
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( 2.9 / 13 )Monday, June 16, 2008, 02:20 PM
So many patients I meet for the first time tell me that they are doing cardiovascular workouts (treadmill, eliptical trainer, running, jogging....etc.) everyday, but they just can't seem to lose weight. When I inquire about whether they are incorporating resistance or weight training, I often hear, "well, you know, a little." This usually translates into 'none.'
The neglect of stimulating and challenging one's overall lean muscle mass on a regular, weekly basis, and instead substiting cardio exercise in it's place is often a sure sign that weight loss may be an uphill battle. Cardiovascular exercise is a healthy and necessary component of any good weight loss program. Unfortunately, although it burns a certain amount of calories during and shortly after engaging in this activity, it has a limited ability to elevate the metabolic rate for a long period of time, as does weight training.
Challenged, well fed muscle burns fat! Please keep this in mind, especially if you're engaging in a fitness routine without the incorporation of strength training, or you're exercising, but can't seem to progress with your weight loss.
All the Best.
Richard D. Kelley, M.D.
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( 3.1 / 56 )Saturday, March 8, 2008, 11:09 AM
I don't know how many of you may be familiar with Jack Lalanne and Joe Weider, but historically, these two gentlemen have impacted the world of fitness in an enormous way and continue to do so. I grew up watching Jack Lalanne preach the fitness lifestyle on television in the early 60's, as well as watching him perform feats of strength and endurance, such as swimming handcuffed, from Alcatraz Island to Fisherman's warf, towing a 1000 pound boat. Joe Weider is responsible for the development of modern day bodybuilding as we know it and in many ways responsible for the success of Arnold Schwarzenegger, as well as many other's in the bodybuilding arena, along with teaching the benefits of health and fitness through weight training (weight lifting) to the masses.
These two men, both still living,(what a coincidence?) profoundly influenced my view of how becoming fit, and focusing on fitness and good nutrition, can translate into overall good health.
Jack Lalanne and Joe Weider have influenced untold numbers of people throughout the years with their contributions to the world of fitness. They have certainly influenced and sold me on this way of life. It is my goal to pass along their knowledge and passion for living a fitness oriented life to my patients and friends alike, as well as attempting to live this lifestyle myself.
Until next time, Live Well, Live Fit!
Dr. Kelley
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