Ergebnis für "Why We Matter" in Fitness, Diät & Ernährung

Humans, unlike other animals that are drawn to water, are not natural-born swimmers. We must be taught. Our evolutionary ancestors learned for survival; now in the 21st century, we swim in freezing Arctic waters and piranha-infested rivers to test our limits. Swimming is an introspective and silent sport in a chaotic and noisy age; it’s therapeutic for both the mind and body; and it's an adventurous way to get from point A to point B. It's also one route to that elusive, ecstatic state of flow.

In Outsmarting Obesity, pioneering physician Dr. Stewart Lonky gives us a fresh look at the obesity challenge with an explanation of the science behind his groundbreaking approach. He explains how epigenetics, our modern environment, and our toxic behaviors have created the perfect obesity storm, imperiling our physical, financial, and psychological well-being.

With fasting at an all-time high in popularity, here is an enlightening exploration into the history, science, and philosophy behind the practice—essential to many religions and wellness routines. Whether for philosophical, political, or health-related reasons, fasting marks a departure from...