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 | Active Lifestyle, Be Unstoppable, Create Habits, Mindfulness, Resilience, Weight Loss
Don’t get me wrong. For a long time, I have believed the same myth. But that is a lie. The truth is much harder to digest: I did not prioritize my well-being over the myriad of only seemingly important and often not-so-urgent tasks. Simply spoken – I was...
by Stephan Neff | Jun 1, 2024 | Be Curious, Be Unstoppable, Create Habits, Learn, Mindfulness, Resilience, Sobriety, Weight Loss
In today’s fast-paced world, taking care of our mental health is more important than ever. Feeling like life’s throwing you more curveballs than you can handle lately? It happens, trust me. But here’s a simple, down-to-earth way to hit back and...
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 | Mental Health, Sleep, Stress Reduction, Weight Loss
Introduction Sleep is an essential component of a healthy life, yet many middle-aged individuals find their sleep disrupted by a condition known as obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). This disorder, which often goes undiagnosed, can significantly impact your health,...
by Stephan Neff | May 29, 2024 | Active Lifestyle, Sleep, Sobriety, Stress Reduction, Uncategorized, Weight Loss
A recently developed scorecard by researchers might motivate you to reduce the risks of dementia and stroke. Led by researchers at the McCance Center for Brain Health at Massachusetts General Hospital, an international study has introduced and validated a Brain Care...
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 28, 2024 | Active Lifestyle, Learn, Mental Health, Sleep, Stress Reduction, Weight Loss
Why you are not too old for strength training! As we journey through life, navigating the demands of work, family, and personal growth, it’s easy to overlook one of the most important aspects of our well-being: our physical strength. Middle age is often...
by Stephan Neff | May 28, 2024 | Breath Work, Learn, Mental Health, Sobriety, Stress Reduction, Weight Loss
The Power of Breathing is increasingly recognized by Western Medicine. Breathwork, once relegated to alternative healing practices, is gaining recognition within Western medicine for its profound effects on physical and mental health. Research and clinical studies...
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...
