Research of the Week Ethnic differences in type 2 diabetes—pathology and treatment options. Feeding dogs once a day linked to healthier dogs. Surgeon skill matters. Mesolithic inhabitants of the Baltic region got around, ranged far from home. Early farmers got shorter. The rise of dairy in the steppe. New Primal Kitchen Podcasts Primal Kitchen Podcast …
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Hey folks, Board-Certified Health Coach, and Primal Health Coach Institute’s Coaching & Curriculum Director, Erin Power is here to answer your questions about getting started with Primal and eating on the go. Whether you’re new to Primal or scouting new snacks, we’ve got options! Have a question you’d like to ask our health coaches? Leave …
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Look at the average person walking around the average industrialized nation and you’ll notice something: Their shoulders are rounded inward. Look down at yourself right now reading these words and you’ll probably notice something: Your shoulders are rounded inward. Older kids, teens, grownups, athletes, powerlifters, grandmas, moms, dads, students, baristas, almost everyone. It’s rare to …
Posture seems to be on everyone’s mind right now thanks to the uptick in work-from-home jobs, coupled with the fact that practically everyone has a mobile device to stare at. Cue my usual laments about the sedentary nature of the modern lifestyle. Not only do we sit too much and move too little, many folks …
Roux (pronounced “roo”) is a thickening agent that chefs add to sauces, soups, and stews to give them a more pleasing texture. It is a staple of French cooking, though in the U.S. we typically associate it more with Cajun or Creole staples like gumbo. Roux is made by cooking one part fat and one …
This recipe for baked pork chops seasoned with Chinese five spice powder and served with sautéed escarole is a fantastic way to add some flavor to your usual dinnertime meal while still keeping it quick and easy! If you’re not familiar with these ingredients, Chinese five spice powder is a blend of—you guessed it—five different …
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Experts estimate that people around the world waste 1.3 billion tons of food each year. The costs to individuals, families, and the environment are astronomical. You can make a difference by making a personal commitment to minimizing food waste. At Mark’s Daily Apple, we’re joining Primal Kitchen in an effort to #MaketheMost of mealtime this …
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Research of the Week Evolutionary trajectories of various traits in different European populations over the millennia. A ketone body suppresses colorectal cancer. Sunlight, strength training, and seafood are a powerful combo. Beautifying filters and hireability. Remote learning decreased learning. New Primal Kitchen Podcasts Primal Health Coach Radio: Dr. Anna Cabeca Media, Schmedia LA bans plastic …
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The weather turns, the clouds disperse, the sun returns, and one’s thoughts wander to camping, backpacking, and just generally tromping around in the great outdoors. It is the human imperative to conquer the wilderness and to exult in its grandeur, beauty, and danger. The true frontier is mostly gone now, but we can emulate that …
It’s easy to see why food preservation would have been critical to our ancestors’ survival. Being able to store food to eat later meant they were protected against unsuccessful hunts and less-than-fruitful gathering. Moreover, they could migrate into regions where access to fresh food varied by season. Drying was probably one of the earliest methods …
