SUGAR, the MOST DANGEROUS DRUG. Part 1

  The biggest threat to your health is chronic sugar consumption. It has been linked to increased rates of obesity, diabetes, heart disease, cancer, autoimmune disorders, dementia, mood disorders, etc. The list of negative physical and mental side effects is long. Below is a 5  min video which summarizes this health crisis.

https://youtu.be/HMpmAV7ZPmE

https://www.theguardian.com/society/2017/jan/05/is-sugar-worlds-most-popular-drug?CMP=oth_b-aplnews_d-1

http://www.sugarscience.org/too-much-can-make-us-sick/#.WIYl-ogrLnA

best of health,
emmett

WALKING and WATER

  Drinking clean water has many benefits including improved vitality, energy, cellular function, weight loss, stomach and intestine functioning, etc.  The many benefits of walking include improved mood, weight control, blood pressure, stronger bones and muscles, etc. I have decided to combine the two in 2017 for a great cause.

https://my.charitywater.org/emmett-murphy/walk


http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/fitness/in-depth/walking/art-20046261

http://www.mindbodygreen.com/0-4287/10-Reasons-Why-You-Should-Drink-More-Water.html

http://emmettmurphy.blogspot.com/2016/04/how-many-steps.html

best of health,
emmett

HEALTH and WEIGHT

 I recently had a client who lost 50 pounds in 6 months by eating real food and moving every day. Sounds very simple, yes it is. If you want to improve your health this is the best way to do it.

“In the United States and most Western countries, diet-related chronic diseases represent the single largest cause of morbidity and mortality.” – Origins and Evolution of the Western Diet

MOVE.  Walk, bike, lift weights, yoga, pilates, swimming, etc., whatever you like to do.  DO NOT SIT ALL DAY, IT WILL KILL YOU.

http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/838356

http://emmettmurphy.blogspot.com/2014/10/sitting-is-new-smoking.html



No processed foods, nothing with multiple ingredients you can't pronounce. Eat only real plants and animals which are healthy and free of chemicals. Avoid garbage and fake foods (most packaged processed foods) including GMO's. Foods with  sugars and grains, flours, high fructose corn syrup, vegetable oils and industrial seed oils (corn, canola, soy, etc. )

Dr. Mark Hyman  is the Director for Functional Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic and he has some great resources for healthy lifestyle on his website: books, videos, podcasts, etc.

http://www.mindbodygreen.com/revitalize/video/dr-mark-hyman-on-sugar-the-only-rules-you-need-to-eat-healthy

http://drhyman.com/



Below is a list of my personal favorites regarding foods.

Top Foods for Good Health and Anti-Aging

FRUITS

Blueberries, Blackberries, Strawberries,  Tomato, Kiwi, Raspberries, Avocado, Grapefruit, Lemons, Limes. (organic and/or local when available)

VEGGIES

Any and all, the more color generally the higher the antioxidant content, stay mainly with above ground veggies (they have a lower glycemic load)

(potatoes and corn are not veggies, yams are fine in moderation)

(organic and/or local when available)

PROTEIN -  organic, grass fed,  free range is best,  fish should to be wild caught, eggs should be pastured

Organic Chicken                                            Salmon (alaskan wild caught)

Bass                                                               Cod

Cottage Cheese                                             Lobster

Tuna                                                                Haddock

Wild Game                   Lobster

Mackerel                                                         Buffalo

Turkey Breast                                                 Eggs

Grass Fed Beef Sardines

Oysters                                                           Mussels

High Quality Fats

Extra Virgin Olive Oil                                                   Fish or Krill Oil                                                 

Olives                                                                 Organic Grass Fed Butter

Flax Oil                                                               Avocado

Coconut Oil                         Avocado Oil

Macadamia Oil Grapeseed Oil

Nuts and Seeds

Most beneficial - Almonds, Macadamia, Walnuts, Pistachio, etc. Chia, Pumpkin, Sunflower seeds.

(almonds, pecans, walnuts, should be soaked overnight to remove the phytic acid content which                                       can deplete nutrient absorption)

Least beneficial - Peanuts ( actually a legume).

Other  Important Foods

Yogurt or Kefir (full fat, unflavored, grass fed)

Almond or coconut milk - Unsweetened

Kombucha (fermented tea)

Liquids

Water                                                                Green Tea

Water                                                                Organic Coffee (5 cups max per day)

Water Unsweetened Almond or Coconut Milk

If you are interested in nutrition coaching let me know. Good nutrition and lifestyle can change your life.

best of health,

emmett

THAT SUGAR FILM - Watch This Movie

 Watch this with your kids and/or grandkids. Shows the negative physical, mental, and societal costs that sugar on us. This is public enemy #1.  regarding your health.

https://www.amazon.com/That-Sugar-Film-Damon-Gameau/dp/B0132TVFL8?tag=androidbeat-20

http://thatsugarfilm.com/film/watch-now/

best of health,
emmett

HOW LONG WILL YOU LIVE?

Came across a very cool life expectancy calculator. Just takes a minute to complete.

https://www.projectbiglife.ca/life/index.php?le=1&hosp=0

Found this at the website of a Salt Lake cardiologist. Contains much good information in the form of newsletters, blogs, and podcasts.

http://drjohnday.com/


best of health,
emmett

BLOOD TEST PREDICTS CANCER, DEMENTIA and TYPE II DIABETES RISKS

Hemoglobin a1c is a blood test which measures of  average blood sugar over the past 90 days. It is a good predictor for rick of Type II Diabetes, Cancer, and Dementia. It gives you a good idea of how well your body is aging. The following links will give you more info and how is works and what your levels should be.

http://www.wheatbellyblog.com/2015/08/the-great-glycation-race-an-excerpt-from-wheat-belly/

http://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/a1c-test/home/ovc-20167930

http://www.drperlmutter.com/important-blood-test/

best of health,
emmett

PREVENTING ALZHEIMERS

Alzheimer's is the fastest growing disease in the U.S. Yet, it is preventable.

1. Reduce your blood sugar. Alzheimer's is  frequently referred to as  type III diabetes because of the direct correlation to blood sugar levels.
2. Eat more saturated fat. Foods like grass fed butter, avocado's, nuts, coconut oil. pastured eggs. Your brain is made up of water, saturated fat, and cholesterol.
3. Eat omega 3 fats. Evidence shows the DHA in omega 3 fatty acids  can prevent alzheimer's  and dementia. These include cold water fish such as salmon, mackerel, seaweed, tuna, and krill.
4. Exercise regularly. This will help grow new neurons and brain cells throughout your life.
5. Staying cognitively acrtive throughout your live will reduce your life can reduce your risk. Reading, puzzles, learning a language, etc.

http://www.drperlmutter.com/prevention-alzheimers/

http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2014/05/22/alzheimers-disease-prevention.aspx

best of health,
emmett