by mandy | Jun 22, 2020 | Evidence Based, Inflammation, Science-Based, Wellness
The relationship between thiamine and diabetes mellitus (DM) has been reported in the literature (Luong & Nguyen, 2012). Thiamine acts as a coenzyme for transketolase (Tk) and for the pyruvate dehydrogenase (PDH) and α-ketoglutarate dehydrogenase complexes. These enzymes play a fundamental role for intracellular glucose metabolism by increasing Krebs cycle activity (Luong & Nguyen, 2012). [...]
by mandy | Jun 15, 2020 | Evidence Based, Exercise, Science-Based, Wellness
It is no secret that exercise is very important for optimal health. But many people still do not see the connection and it seems to be a low priority for them when it comes to managing their health. However, I realize that many people truly do not understand how important it really is, even from [...]
by mandy | Jun 7, 2020 | Evidence Based, Exercise, Inflammation, Mental Health, Science-Based, Wellness
Having worked in the fitness industry for over 15 years and helping people with their weight loss goals, I always wondered what role exercise had on inflammation and aging. In obesity, various mechanisms are thought to contribute to a low- grade inflammation within the fat tissue affecting the development of several secondary diseases of aging [...]
by mandy | Jun 7, 2020 | Evidence Based, Exercise, Mental Health, Science-Based, Wellness
As a fitness instructor, I can really relate to this module. I have been teaching fitness for over 10 years, and have taught all levels of classes from basic cardio classes, HIIT, indoor cycle, and strength classes. In fact, my favorite class I teach is metabolic conditioning, that consists of both higher impact cardio intervals [...]
by mandy | Jun 7, 2020 | Evidence Based, Exercise, Mental Health, Wellness
As many of you know, I am a fitness instructor with over 15 years of teaching experience in group fitness and personal training. I am launching an app that includes a series of exercise videos targeted for increasing fat free body mass and reducing body fat. Recently I have started to incorporate high intensity interval [...]
by Jaber Rony | Nov 30, 2019 | Recipes, Wellness
Broccoli is so good for you! It is not only high in fiber, its filling, packed with nutrients and promotes phase 2 detoxification for your liver. This is very important for your healing. Broccoli is an important part of a healthy diet for many people around the world, and while broccoli is widely appreciated for [...]
