Om on the Range

03/01/2026

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What do you want your life to be like if you live to 100? People who live long lives usually have a long health span. They spend less time in care prior to their deaths than those who die younger. That means you might want to train now for what you want to do when you are near the end of your life. Wanna carry your own groceries? Start walking and lifting weights now. Personally I want to be able to escape from a burning building. So I climb and dead hang. No window sill is too high and I have at least a minute to plan my drop and roll.

02/21/2026

01/13/2026

Can eating more fiber result in eating fewer calories by suppressing our appetite?For more on fiber, check out: • Is Fiber an Effective Anti-Inflammatory? (h...

11/15/2025

Update from Nutritionfacts.org.

What did a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of hibiscus tea for weight loss find?The high blood pressure video I mentioned is Hibiscus Tea ...

07/31/2025

https://www.yahoo.com/health/conditions/neurological-health/articles/first-cnn-dramatic-lifestyle-changes-100042456.html

Adopting intensive lifestyle changes can slow or stop progression of early-stage Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new study.

07/17/2025

Sugar, s*x and your health: The connection you might be ignoring
And we know the secret to low blood sugar is a low glycemic diet full of health whole foods emphasizing fruits and vegetables.Candy or s*x? Go with the one that doesn't upset your stomach.

Your blood sugar can affect more than your propensity for diabetes. In fact, high blood sugar may be causing you to lose out on some of life’s most intimate moments.

07/04/2025

Sometimes we feel like we are trapped, as though we have no options. But, truly, the only thing any of us is required to do at any moment is breathe. When you don't know what to do, when you don't know what to say, breathe. It will come to you. Every breath you take affects how you move. Here’s how to fix both

Dysfunctional breathing patterns are at the root of many postural issues, core imbalances and chronic tension. Here’s how to assess and improve your breathing.

06/27/2025

You're not too old. It's not too late. Look for your inspiration. Want to keep up with the grandkids, challenge your children to a balance contest, or sit on the floor (and get back up)? Just start now and work with your body as it is.

Movement is for EVERY Body

06/24/2025

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Michael Pollan's Rule #3: Not Too Much... food, that is. Many of our modern health problems stem from overnutrition. Caloric restriction has many health benefits. The fasting mimicking diet (FMD) stands out from other caloric restriction plans for a wide variety of health benefits including cellular renewal. lowering blood pressure, and slowing cognitive decline. Evidence suggests that FMD can be used to treat metabolic and autoimmune disease. It may also lower risk of cancer and contribute to longevity. Below is a link to a chart comparing different caloric restriction practices. You don't have to starve. The simplest practice is practicing a daily 12 hour fast. Limit yourself to having only water or tea between dinner and bedtime then wait an hour or two after waking to have your first meal. It's simple, it gives your stomach a rest, and it can lower your body fat to lean mass ratio.

06/17/2025

Continuing with Michael Pollan's Rules for Eating
Rule #2: Mostly Plants

No one food can reduce your risk for cancer, but there is an overall diet that can. Learn what it means to eat a plant-based diet and see all the ways it can help your body.

06/13/2025

Rule #1: Eat Real Food
Cutting hyper processed foods out of our diets can not only reduce the risk of heart disease and diabetes, but improve our overall health. But what are hyper processed foods and how do we avoid them? Here is a simple guide to getting started on improving your health by selecting real food when you shop. If you want to take a deep dive into understanding health risks associated with hyper processed foods you might try reading Michael Pollan's "In Defense of Food" or visit Nutritionfacts.org for Dr. Michael Greger's many video many videos on the subject.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2024/01/02/ultra-processed-foods-identification/

Ultra-processed foods have been linked with a litany of health problems. Here’s a guide for identifying them.