by Stephan Neff | Jun 1, 2024 | Learn, Nutrition, Weight Loss
Introduction to the Report In November 2023, three organizations in the UK published their report entitled: “Holding us back: tobacco, alcohol and unhealthy food and drink.” The Obesity Health Alliance, Alcohol Health Alliance, and Action On Smoking And...
by Stephan Neff | Jun 1, 2024 | Mental Health, Nutrition, Sleep
Hello, everyone! Today, I want to talk about something that’s absolutely vital for our health and well-being, especially as we navigate the busy demands of middle age: essential amino acids. These building blocks of protein are crucial for maintaining muscle mass,...
by Stephan Neff | Jun 1, 2024 | Active Lifestyle, Be Unstoppable, Create Habits, Learn, Nutrition
Hello, everyone! Today, I want to talk about something incredibly important that often gets overlooked in our busy lives: our immune system. Especially for those of us who are middle-aged and juggling countless responsibilities, our health can sometimes take a back...
by Stephan Neff | Jun 1, 2024 | Learn, Nutrition
Caveman and Paleo Diets – what did our ancestors really eat? The next time someone talks to you about a caveman diet you will have a far more balanced reality check to compare their findings with. The question of whether early humans were primarily...
by Stephan Neff | May 31, 2024 | Nutrition, Weight Loss
In 2023, I had the opportunity to visit Alaska, and for my birthday, I enjoyed a fantastic food tour in the small town of Skagway. Now, you wonder what culinary highlights you could imagine in Alaska. But don’t be fooled – the local chefs were masters in...
by Stephan Neff | May 29, 2024 | Active Lifestyle, Learn, Mental Health, Nutrition
When you’re exposed to sunlight, ultraviolet (UV) rays activate vitamin D production in your skin. This essential fat-soluble vitamin helps you store calcium and phosphorus for strong bones, reduces inflammation, fights infections, and boosts mood. So, how much...
by Stephan Neff | May 29, 2024 | Active Lifestyle, Learn, Nutrition, Weight Loss
Protein consists of amino acids essential for critical processes such as immune function, neurotransmitter and hormone synthesis, and muscle growth. Increasing protein intake can enhance health by promoting satiety, improving body composition, and preventing muscle...
by Stephan Neff | May 29, 2024 | Learn, Mental Health, Nutrition, Stress Reduction
Ever feel overwhelmed by juggling mental stress, physical exhaustion, and emotional highs and lows, only to find you’re dropping all the balls? What if I told you there’s a powerful connection within your body that can help balance it all? This powerhouse...
by Stephan Neff | May 13, 2024 | Active Lifestyle, Learn, Mental Health, Nutrition, Sleep, Sobriety, Stress Reduction, Weight Loss
I am a Failure! Today, I weigh 127.5 kg and am 188 cm tall. My BMI is 36.1, which puts me into Obese Class 2. My immediate reaction is that of disgust. What a fat excuse of a man am I? On the wrong side of 50, out of shape, a disgrace. Like many others, I...
by Stephan Neff | May 13, 2024 | Hydration, Learn, Mental Health, Nutrition, Sobriety, Stress Reduction, Weight Loss
When we talk about alcohol, we are really describing the effects of ethanol, a small molecule that has such a powerful impact on our bodies. The chemical formula for ethanol has only two carbon atoms, six hydrogen atoms, and one oxygen atom. It is a tiny powerhouse...
