Not long ago, a couple in their mid-fifties came to see me for help with their health. Both were overweight, both were on a laundry list of medications… and both were sick of being sick! Their New Year’s resolution? Get healthy and get off the drugs. That’s what brought them through my door. Step 1:…
Are you ready to tackle inflammation and lose weight with a simple yet effective dietary plan? By incorporating four specific protein-based foods into your meals, you can significantly improve your overall health, clear up skin conditions, resolve gut issues, stabilize blood sugar levels, boost your energy, and even shed some pounds. The best part? You…
I worked hard for every ounce of muscle I’ve built over the years, and I’m not keen on losing any of it. That’s why I’m not a fan of intermittent fasting (IF) — at least not for my purposes. Sure, IF can offer great health benefits like weight loss, cellular cleanup and repair, cognitive enhancement,…
Nutrition Tip: In the winter, stick with white rice to help put on size and strength. As summer approaches, transition to wild rice or cauliflower rice to support fat loss. Think of it like following the Vertical Diet in the winter and shifting toward a Paleo Diet in the summer. Your training should change, too….
Having citrus juice with a bit of added salt first thing in the morning is one of the best things you can do for your health. The type of citrus juice you choose depends on your goal: If the goal is to gain muscle mass: Drink a glass of orange juice with a quarter teaspoon…
If your goal is to lose weight fast and look like an actress, I have news for you—dramatic results don’t happen overnight! A serious transformation takes serious time and effort. You can’t undo 30 years of poor habits in 30 days—it just won’t happen. One of the biggest obstacles in weight loss is the inability…
Q: Hey John Paul, Take a look at this photo of Jessica Biel. That’s how I want to look by January 1st. My husband and I are heading to the Caribbean for a well-needed vacation! I’ve had a couple of kids, and with 40 around the corner, I’m tired of feeling flabby and weak. It’s…
A typical second or third meal of my day is a hearty salad. This “beast” of a meal delivers a balanced mix of protein, fat, and carbohydrates, covering all colors of the nutrient rainbow. It satisfies hunger, tastes great, and, as far as I’m concerned, a salad a day will keep the doctor away—provided the…
Diet and exercise are the keys to body weight management. If the scale and your waistline have been “unmanaged” for a while, try this two-week fix to get back on track. It will kickstart your system into fat-burning mode—and dare I say, help you shed a few pounds along the way. It’s a simple system:…