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....

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...

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...

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...

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...

I have suffered from pretty severe myopia for most of my life. Long ago, I just accepted that my eyes would likely keep getting worse. Surprisingly, my prescription has remained unchanged for the last decade! Even though every year, my eye doctor tells me, "this is probably the year you'll need reading glasses", so far, this hasn't come to pass. Read on for the regular practices that I've been following for maintaining eye health.What Am I Trying to Prevent?When I say "maintain...

In the first 2025 issue of Fermenting Solutions I laid out a goal for creating a "Healthy Dessert". Ultimately, I plan on actually creating several, but the first one that I am trying to perfect are Peanut Butter Cookies. This recipe isn't quite yet perfected, but I consider it good enough to share at this point. I will update this page as I iterate on this healthy dessert.Healthy Peanut Butter Cookies So what makes a healthy peanut butter cookie? For me, it's all about increasing the protein...

If you've been following along for a bit, you might remember that January is one of the months that I always do bloodwork to track the impact of the various health related experiments I do over the year. This month, in addition to my normal work done by InsideTracker, I also tested out a new system from Siphox Health. Read on for my Siphox Health Review and to see how it compares to using InsideTracker.Why Siphox? So why did I decide to give Siphox a try? If you've read my review of...