Here is another example of how something we thought we knew and were sure of really might not be the case.

What if bad fat isn’t so bad? No one’s ever proved that saturated fat clogs arteries, causes heart disease–By Nina Teicholz.

Mens Health–updated 12:54 p.m. ET, Thurs., Dec. 13, 2007–Suppose you were forced to live on a diet of red meat and whole milk. A diet that, all told, was at least 60 percent fat — about half of it saturated. If your first thoughts are of statins and stents, you may want to consider the curious case of the Masai, a nomadic tribe in Kenya and Tanzania.

In the 1960s, a Vanderbilt University scientist named George Mann, M.D., found that Masai men consumed this very diet (supplemented with blood from the cattle they herded). Yet these nomads, who were also very lean, had some of the lowest levels of cholesterol ever measured and were virtually free of heart disease. Scientists, confused by the finding, argued that the tribe must have certain genetic protections against developing high cholesterol. But when British researchers monitored a group of Masai men who moved to Nairobi and began consuming a more modern diet, they discovered that the men’s cholesterol subsequently skyrocketed. (more…)

Here’s To Your Health In The New Year.

This time of year brings the joy of holidays, family and lots of food. Unfortunately, all those wonderful holiday treats come at the expense of our health and waistlines. We all know that as our weight increases, so does our risk for chronic diseases like high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, arthritis and hormonal problems.

As the New Year approaches, let’s talk about what you can do to invest in your health and your future. To shed those unwanted pounds and improve your health you must make a conscious effort to burn off more calories than you take in. To get started, we suggest you keep a food diary for one week. Write down everything you eat without making changes to your normal routine and add up your calories for each day. Use food labels, information on recipes or websites for restaurants you visit to calculate the calories, and don’t forget to check the portion size.

To lose 1 pound per week you must cut 500 calories from your diet per day or burn 500 extra calories per day by exercising or some combination of the two. As always, before starting any diet or exercise program, consult your health care provider. Even little changes make a difference. Start now. This year give yourself the gift of health. This is the most important gift you can give to yourself and to the ones who love you.

by Tim Rankin Most of you know of the many benefits of Omega-3 Fatty Acids found in Fish Oil, from heart health to fighting depression. Now, more evidence is arising that consuming fish oil can also aid in weight loss! Click here to learn about an Australian Study showing participants who tooks fish oil lost significantly more fat than those who just exercised!

At Superslow Zone, we have recommended high dose pharmaceutical grade fish oil for our clients for years for the many health benefits offered. We offer Sealogix Fish Oil online, and carry a limited quantity in our studios. Tip: when ordering online, click the “People” link. Also order using the Autoship option and you can save 20% on the products.

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Still think exercise and activity burn fat? Still think more is better? This article will show you why that is not necessarily true and probably the biggest misconception when it comes to exercise’s role in fat loss. The truth is, exercise is a weak weapon for fat loss, but crucial that it be done during the process of fat loss. The supposed authorities on exercise are touting ever more activity, but that’s only in hopes the public will do anything. Realistically all it takes is a couple of hard workout sessions (20-30minutes at most) per week and good calorie control while not working out. To understand this further or to find out how you can lose fat efficiently without endless physical activity, contact me at SuperSlow Zone 703-421-1200.