Exercise Every Day
I see no reason not to exercise every day. I am not talking about people who are physically unable to exercise, though there are few such people. I also am not suggesting you run ten miles or lift weights three…
Health, Wellness, and Decision-Making
Health, Wellness, and Decision-Making
The Second Edition of The Three Rules to Lose Weight and Keep It Off Forever is available on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and Apple Books.
Health
There Are No Weight Loss Foods
There are no weight loss foods. To lose weight, you need to give up something.
What Is Important to You?
Decide what is important to you and do what it takes. I listened to a superb financial podcast today. Benjamin Brandt talked about the 60/40 rule of investing, but I was more interested in the discussion he had with another…
Why Drugs Are Bad
Nearly everyone has heard that drugs are harmful. I go a step further. Drugs are bad. Nearly everything can be harmful. Smoking causes cancer, driving leads to car accidents, seeing friends can lead to respiratory illnesses. I rarely say that…
Two Ways to Lower Your Blood Pressure
There are two good ways to lower your blood pressure on your own. Eat less salt and exercise.
Two Downsides of Weight Loss Drugs
You hear about the risks and financial cost of weight loss drugs. These are two downsides you don't hear about often.
Check Your Blood Pressure at Home
You have much to gain if you check your blood pressure at home
The Secret to Willpower
The Secret to Willpower Until about eight years ago, I struggled with my weight. If you’ve known me for years, you remember how many times I gained and lost weight. My relatives, and sometimes my friends, made fun of me…
Appeal to Authority Fallacy
The appeal to authority fallacy is when we believe someone because they quote an authority or expert.
Alcohol and Obesity
Alcohol and Obesity There are many risks of alcohol. We all know about drinking and driving and the development of liver disease. Other risks are accidents in the home, heart failure, atrial fibrillation, and dementia. Alcohol increases the risk of…
