In my quest to become a healthier person, I quickly discovered that honoring our natural circadian rhythm is one of the most beneficial things that you can do. The complex and fascinating internal processes that keep our bodies ticking like well-oiled machines govern much more than just our sleep-wake cycles; they influence our energy levels, hormone release, body temperature, and even our metabolism. Understanding and aligning with our circadian rhythm can lead to improved sleep, enhanced en...

In my quest to become a healthier person, I quickly discovered that honoring our natural circadian rhythm is one of the most beneficial things that you can do. The complex and fascinating internal processes that keep our bodies ticking like well-oiled machines govern much more than just our sleep-wake cycles; they influence our energy levels, hormone release, body temperature, and even our metabolism. Understanding and aligning with our circadian rhythm can lead to improved sleep, enhanced en...

Most people who grow oyster mushrooms do so on a straw based substrate. This always seemed odd to me. Oyster mushrooms naturally grow on hard woods. In addition to this, making straw reasonably sterile for growing purposes is really annoying. I was surprised that there weren't more instructionals on using hardwood fuel pellets for growing oyster mushrooms. With the advent of pellet stoves and pellet grills, the availability of a wide variety of hardwoods in this format has grown exponent...

Most people who grow oyster mushrooms do so on a straw based substrate. This always seemed odd to me. Oyster mushrooms naturally grow on hard woods. In addition to this, making straw reasonably sterile for growing purposes is really annoying. I was surprised that there weren't more instructionals on using hardwood fuel pellets for growing oyster mushrooms. With the advent of pellet stoves and pellet grills, the availability of a wide variety of hardwoods in this format has grown exponent...

One of my major goals for this year was to figure out an effective way to get rid of my visceral fat. I wrote in the past about many things that I’ve tried. By far, the most effective thing for me appears to be extreme fasting. Even though this is highly effective, it comes at a cost. The longer I fast, the more muscle I lose. This isn’t an acceptable solution to me so when I discovered the Prolon fasting mimicking program, which claims to provide all the benefits of a water fast while preser...

One of my major goals for this year was to figure out an effective way to get rid of my visceral fat. I wrote in the past about many things that I’ve tried. By far, the most effective thing for me appears to be extreme fasting. Even though this is highly effective, it comes at a cost. The longer I fast, the more muscle I lose. This isn’t an acceptable solution to me so when I discovered the Prolon fasting mimicking program, which claims to provide all the benefits of a water fast while preser...

If your day to day is anything like mine, finding time for a rigorous workout can be a challenge. However, there's a secret weapon in the battle against a sedentary lifestyle: Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis (NEAT). This blog post will delve into what NEAT is, its benefits, and how busy professionals can easily incorporate it into their daily routines. I'll also introduce a simple yet effective exercise that is gaining more and more traction based on research—the soleus push-up....

If your day to day is anything like mine, finding time for a rigorous workout can be a challenge. However, there's a secret weapon in the battle against a sedentary lifestyle: Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis (NEAT). This blog post will delve into what NEAT is, its benefits, and how busy professionals can easily incorporate it into their daily routines. I'll also introduce a simple yet effective exercise that is gaining more and more traction based on research—the soleus push-up....

Everyone has their go to hangover cure. Many are founded in longstanding tradition. How many actually work? I feel like I’ve tried them all and while I’ve settled on a multi pronged approach that works for me. There is a single supplement that has a surprisingly good track record. Read on for my dihydromyricetin review.What is Dihydromyricetin (DHM)?Dihydromyricetin is a bioflavinoid that is derived from the Japanese raisin tree (Hovenia dulcis). The leaves and bark of this plant have been us...

Everyone has their go to hangover cure. Many are founded in longstanding tradition. How many actually work? I feel like I’ve tried them all and while I’ve settled on a multi pronged approach that works for me. There is a single supplement that has a surprisingly good track record. Read on for my dihydromyricetin review.What is Dihydromyricetin (DHM)?Dihydromyricetin is a bioflavinoid that is derived from the Japanese raisin tree (Hovenia dulcis). The leaves and bark of this plant have been us...

I've written before about my desire to turn my backyard into a food forest using edible landscaping. I've always imagined a lush, thriving garden that requires minimal effort yet provides a bounty of products—all while resembling a natural forest ecosystem. My process of building a backyard food forest started after encountering the concept of permaculture. Rooted in ecological principles, permaculture is a holistic approach to creating sustainable systems that mimic nature’s patter...

I've written before about my desire to turn my backyard into a food forest using edible landscaping. I've always imagined a lush, thriving garden that requires minimal effort yet provides a bounty of products—all while resembling a natural forest ecosystem. My process of building a backyard food forest started after encountering the concept of permaculture. Rooted in ecological principles, permaculture is a holistic approach to creating sustainable systems that mimic nature’s patter...

Grafting apple trees is one of the most rewarding skills a home gardener or orchardist can learn. It’s the ancient art of joining two different plants together so they grow as one, allowing you to replicate your favorite varieties, create multi-variety trees, or save a cherished old tree. While it might seem like a magical process, apple grafting is a straightforward technique that anyone can master with patience and attention to timing. I started investigating apple grafting as part of my qu...

Grafting apple trees is one of the most rewarding skills a home gardener or orchardist can learn. It’s the ancient art of joining two different plants together so they grow as one, allowing you to replicate your favorite varieties, create multi-variety trees, or save a cherished old tree. While it might seem like a magical process, apple grafting is a straightforward technique that anyone can master with patience and attention to timing. I started investigating apple grafting as part of my qu...

The human gut microbiome is a bustling ecosystem of trillions of microorganisms. It has become a focal point in modern health science. You likely have heard discussion of probiotics and maybe even prebiotics, but have you heard about postbiotic metabolites? They are the latest and maybe most intriguing components of the gut microbiome currently being discussed. These are not just byproducts of the interaction of probiotics; they are powerful mediators of health, influencing everything from im...

The human gut microbiome is a bustling ecosystem of trillions of microorganisms. It has become a focal point in modern health science. You likely have heard discussion of probiotics and maybe even prebiotics, but have you heard about postbiotic metabolites? They are the latest and maybe most intriguing components of the gut microbiome currently being discussed. These are not just byproducts of the interaction of probiotics; they are powerful mediators of health, influencing everything from im...

As I wander through the lush forests and verdant valleys of northeastern America, I am often struck by the unassuming beauty of the paw paw tree (Asimina triloba). With its broad, drooping leaves and clusters of maroon flowers, this native species is often overlooked, yet it holds a profound significance in the history and culture of the United States. I aim to rekindle the appreciation for this forgotten fruit and explore why the paw paw tree is an integral part of our heritage.The Paw Paw T...

As I wander through the lush forests and verdant valleys of northeastern America, I am often struck by the unassuming beauty of the paw paw tree (Asimina triloba). With its broad, drooping leaves and clusters of maroon flowers, this native species is often overlooked, yet it holds a profound significance in the history and culture of the United States. I aim to rekindle the appreciation for this forgotten fruit and explore why the paw paw tree is an integral part of our heritage.The Paw Paw T...