Author: Kirk Charles

There has been much written about “boosting” your metabolism to burn more fat. While your metabolism—which is responsible for converting food…

My number one cardio activity is running.  I normally do middle distances, from three to five miles, to get my…

According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture the average American gets 63 percent of his calories from refined and processed…

When you’re eating out you have no control over what is put in your food.  Of course, you can make…

As we enter the summer season I’ve been running almost daily, while at the same time tweaking my eating patterns. For…

Blood pressure has been a serious concern of mine over the last 15 to 20 years when I found out…

I treasure my friends who are doctors, nutritionists, food scientists and anyone else with letters after their name, but they’re…

After my exercise classes, we often talk about the hot topic of the day regarding health. Egg whites have been brought…

I have been challenging my clients to consume more raw vegetables and fruits over the last year.  We all know…

Many of my friends believe that sugar is bad for you and carbs are the kiss of death.  That’s understandable…

My journey toward plant-based eating has evolved since making the transition many years go. I grew up a typical kid…

Many people think that going on a plant-based diet won’t give them enough protein. No one wants to be skinny…