The Plant Paradox: The Hidden Dangers in “Healthy” Foods That Cause Disease and Weight Gain Author: Steven R. Gundry, MD Topics: Nutrition All information is attributed to the author. Except in the case where we may have misunderstood a concept and summarized incorrectly. These notes are only for reference and we always suggest reading from …
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The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership: A New Paradigm for Sustainable Success
The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership: A New Paradigm for Sustainable Success Authors: Jim Dethmer, Diana Chapman, Kaley Warner Klemp Topics: Habits, Business, Personal Development All information is attributed to the authors. Except in the case where we may have misunderstood a concept and summarized incorrectly. These notes are only for reference and we always …
Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones
Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones Author: James Clear Topics: Habits All information is attributed to the author. Except in the case where we may have misunderstood a concept and summarized incorrectly. These notes are only for reference and we always suggest reading from the original …
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Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams
Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams Author: Dr. Matthew Walker Topics: Sleep and neuroscience All information is attributed to the author. Except in the case where we may have misunderstood a concept and summarized incorrectly. These notes are only for reference and we always suggest reading from the original source. Contents …
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Super Human: The bulletproof plan to age backward and maybe even live forever
Super Human: The Bulletproof Plan to Age Backward and Maybe Even Live Forever Author: Dave Asprey Topics: Sleep, nutrition, exercise, productivity, longevity All information is attributed to the author. Except in the case where we may have misunderstood a concept and summarized incorrectly. These notes are only for reference and we always suggest reading from …
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Energy Systems
Energy Systems The Metabolism The continuous process of breaking down organic matter for energy, the forming of new substances within the tissues of the body, and the removal of metabolic waste. It is regulated by hormones, growth factors, vitamins, minerals, and the autonomic nervous system (ANS). Examples of the metabolism in action include the breakdown …
Exercise 101
Exercise 101 What is Exercise and What is the Point of it? Exercise is typically thought of as the process of putting our bodies under controlled physical stress, for the purpose of improving our overall health, sculpting our bodies to become more appealing to ourselves or a potential love interest, and to increase our physical …
Movement Resources
Movement Resources Bowman, K. (2016). Whole body barefoot: transitioning well to minimal footwear. United States: Propriometrics Press. Chek, P. (2018). How to eat, move and be healthy: your personalized 4-step guide to looking and feeling great from the inside out. San Diego, Ca: C.H.E.K. Institute. Dinicolantonio, J., & Siim Land. (2020). The immunity fix: strengthen your …
The Longevity Program
The Longevity Program Contents Picking the Right Training Regime Lifting Longevity Research The Best Muscle Type for Longevity Power To Mass Ratio Hypertrophy Endurance and Cardiovascular Exercise How Should You Train Training Structure Basic Principles to Remember An Alternative Longevity Program (Boundless) Ben Greenfield’s Boundless program Boundless Exercise Program Picking the Right Training Regime Before …
The Exercise Rabbit Hole
The Exercise Rabbit Hole To be explored… Topics listed below are ideas that are yet to be summarized. Running = lower all-cause mortality: https://www.foundmyfitness.com/news/stories/vmfvpg Cardio good for gray matter: https://newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/keep-exercising-new-study-finds-its-good-for-your-brains-gray-matter/ Protect aging synapses: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2022/01/220107100955.htm Aerobic exercise linked to enhanced brain function: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2020/02/200203104450.htm Exercise for those with multimorbidities: https://www.inverse.com/mind-body/exercise-as-therapy-unexpectedly-benefits-this-group-of-people Exercise can reduce loss of muscle mass …