The Primal Blueprint: Reprogram your genes for effortless weight loss, vibrant health, and boundless energy (Primal Blueprint Series)

When I say you will notice results quickly and dramatically, I’m referring primarily to the immediate increase and stabilization of energy levels, less hunger and mood swings related to “bonking” (running low on blood glucose), improved immune function, and a reduction in the symptoms of allergies, arthritis, and other inflammatory conditions exace

Today, following a strength-training program featuring natural, total-body movements (squats, pushups, pull-ups, etc.) helps you develop and maintain lean muscle mass, increase metabolism to maintain low levels of body fat, increase bone density, prevent injuries, and enjoy balanced hormone and blood glucose levels. An approach of short-duration, h

Because insulin’s job is to transport nutrients out of the bloodstream and into the muscle, liver, and fat cell storage depots, its excessive presence in the bloodstream inhibits the release of stored body fat for use as energy.

I recommend consuming a sensible amount of fluid each day, using your thirst as a guide to maintain optimum hydration.

High blood triglycerides interfere with the function of the hormone leptin, causing you to want to overeat rather than rely on your stored body fat for energy. Possibly one-third of the population is fructose intolerant to some degree, evidenced by digestive symptoms such as flatulence, cramps, bloating, irritable bowel syndrome, and diarrhea. Exce

The ideal omega-6:omega-3 balance (O6:O3) is 1:1 or 2:1, ratios that Grok likely met with ease. Even 4:1 is okay today, but the typical modern eater has an O6:O3 ratio of 20:1, or even 50:1!

The specific health properties of individual herbs and spices could fill an entire book. A couple of headliners that are easy to integrate into everyday meals include curcumin (offers potent anti-inflammatory effects and high antioxidant value) and cinnamon (regulates blood sugar and demonstrates high antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxida

I have concluded from extensive research that certain forms of dairy are suitable for some people and not for others.

the combination of low carbs and good fats in Primal foods will generally raise HDL and lower both triglycerides and small, dense LDL. Meanwhile, compelling evidence suggests that Primal Blueprint–style eating and exercising will allow you, regardless of your genetic predisposition, to essentially have no participation in this heart disease saga wh