You Own a Pig?!

Allison Mears talks about what life is REALLY like when you add a mini pig to your family!

Home is where the heart-nosed snout is

* They are compassionate and affectionate animals that love to cuddle, lay with,

and spend quality time with their herd.

* Pigs are very discriminatory. If a pig bonds with you it is for a reason. They have

chosen you as a herd member.

 3 year olds with snouts.

* Like a 3 year old child, mini pigs require a great amount of your time and

attention. Especially as babies and juveniles.

* Pigs are smart and need a lot of enrichment or they can become destructive or

aggressive due to boredom.

* Much like children, they also need structure. Pigs need a leader of the heard to

enforce order.

*  Say goodbye to a perfect lawn! Pigs are foragers by nature and they use their snout to do so.

 Nothing is ever truly hidden. Nothing.

* A pig’s snout is an amazing tool. Pigs KNOW where you keep food. Not only can

they smell it, but they watch you open the cabinet door and watch you reach your

hand in there and pull out something yummy. As soon as the opportunity presents

itself, your pig will mock your actions and go to that cabinet, possibly the others too,

and try to mimic everything they saw you do.

Escape artists.

* Pigs are diggers and shovers. You are investing in heavy duty dog gates and

conducting weekly fence checks to make sure that your little ninja isn’t exploiting

weaknesses in your fence line.

Where can I find out more?

*  American Mini Pig Association

*  Mini Pig Info

Childhood Adversity Links to Cancer & Disease

As the medical community continues to progress we’re improving our ability to pick up trends which may lead to the chronic development of certain diseases. Recently, one trend that has surfaced is between Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) and the development of chronic diseases. Shawn Wells answers these questions on the topic:

* What are Adverse Childhood Experiences?

* How do they affect the body and what are the long-term consequences?

* How do we move forward from here?

What are Prebiotics?!

We've talked about probiotics, but what about probiotics? What are prebiotics and do we need them? Autumn Warren, creator of Ether Elixir talks All Things Autumn

What's Making Our Children Sick?

Dr. Michelle Perro, author of "What's Making Our Children Sick? How Industrial Food Is Causing an Epidemic of Chronic Illness, & What Parents & Doctors Can Do About It", talks about food, environment, & toxic chemicals.

Here are a few questions we ask Dr. Perro:

* Are genetic modification technologies actually increasing instead of decreasing the amount of toxic chemicals that are being used in crop production?

* Are the genetically engineered foods that are grown with these pesticides, and are now in plentiful supply, studied sufficiently enough to know whether or not they are themselves dangerous to humans, and particularly to children?

* Are the agrochemicals associated with GM food production actually toxic and if so how toxic (i.e., at what levels are they toxic)?

* Are we witnessing an epidemic of dangerous exposure to the very things that have been putatively used to ensure a safe and reliable food supply?

Differences in Lifting Between Men & Women

What does it mean to train like a girl? Will women get 'bulky' if they start lifting weights? Ron Incerta, co-owner and founder of Oakfit Dallas talks about the differences in lifting between men and women.

* Should men and women exercise differently?

* What is the myth behind 'bulking up'?

* Is there an ideal method someone should use for exercise?

Your Brain in a Meditative State!

Robin Perry Braun discusses what happens in our brain during a meditative state.

* What is meditation from a scientific point of view?

- Meditation occurs when we quiet our thoughts and focus on something specific like the space around us, God, higher vibrations, etc.

* How did they conduct experiments?

- This is the research of Dr Joe Dispenza. They taught meditation and then hooked EEG machines up to people in the group and measured brain waves. They also used other technology which scans the brain using color.

People normally operate in beta during the day. States of stress and fight or flight are high beta and the brain gets stuck and is not in a state of flow

Meditation helps bring the brain down to alpha and theta frequency states which are just above delta and indicate relaxation states. Many of the people experienced what would be evidenced as a synchronizing of the parts of the brain in states of meditation and some reached a gamma frequency which could be compared to altered states of bliss.

 

 

Functional Exercise

Daniel Tague talks about functional exercise and how to incorporate them into our workout routines.

1. What is functional exercise?

a. Exercise based on the body’s function relative to its designed structure

b. We must first understand its structure to know what its function is

c. The goal of the exercise must also match the actual potential adaptations to be functional. Pick the right exercise for the right purpose

d. We must also consider all external forces and any limits to movement supplied by the tools

2. How can people start learning about the bodies structure?

a. Pick up an anatomy apps or books

i. muscle premium human anatomy app

ii. muscle systems pro 3 app

iii. Atlas of Anatomy book

iiii. Trail Guide to the Body book

3. What are some functional exercises?

a. Posterior long

b. Squats

c. Isolated joint exercises that help strengthen the weak muscles, so they can fit back into the movement patterns we do each day

What Are Prebiotics?

Autumn Warren, creator of Ether Elixer talks about prebiotics and what they are.

1. What are prebiotics?

2. Why are prebiotics becoming so popular?

3. Are there any side effects?

4. How do they compare to probiotics?

It's Time to Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is!

Thomas Locke, farmer and co-owner of Bois D'Arc Meat Co. farms educates us on consumer spending role in the sustainable food movement.

The sustainable food movement will only go so far as consumers are willing to take it. Economic viability isn't the main reason people begin sustainable farming ventures, but it is a vital component.

Cons:

Inconvenient

More expensive

Pros:

Healthier

Tastes Better

Better for environment - global warming, carbon footprint, soil health, water quality

Better for animal welfare

Keeps money in your local economy

Helps you appreciate food more

Encourages you to become a better cook

I believe it is the key to revitalizing economically depressed rural communities

Role of consumers in sustainable food movement:

The first step is understanding what you are buying. Understand how pasture-raised meat is different from conventionally raised products. Ask questions of the farmers you are buying from, and ask if you can see pictures of the animals.

Supplements 101

Jill Lane talks about the 3 things we should do before we purchase a supplement to make sure we are making an informed purchase.

* Check the website for manufacturing certification and audit history

* Read the other ingredients first

* Read the supplement facts panel last

* You say if you’re not going to do the prep work you shouldn’t take supplements, why?

Improving Your Mental Strength Part 3

Kip Watson continues her segment Improving Your Mental Strength.

* ‘Mental Strength’ – Can you remind us of the definition and the key factors involved?

* One of the biggest contributors to a lack of mental strength is that desire to be in control---really? You say giving up control makes us stronger and happier?

* I think people believe they can control another person’s happiness…would you say that’s people pleasing?

* Some of the most miserable and weak people don’t take risk because they are afraid…what does that lead to?

* One of the biggest time wasters is dwelling on the past…how can we make peace with the past and get stronger?

Food or Sex?

Maureen Connolly discusses the statistics regarding why 73% of women would choose food over sex?!

* Why was the survey conducted?

* What matters the most to women in each region?

The top wellness priorities by geography were:

- From the West: "What's on the inside counts more than what's on the outside."

- From the Midwest: "Feeling supported and loved by others."

- From the Northeast: "Finding enough me time."

- And from the South: "Having a healthy and satisfying sex life."

* What could be a reason for women preferring food over sex?

Frankly, a lot of people don't have amazing sex. Ice cream sundae versus amazing sex? They're gunna take the ice cream.

TOTAL: 73% OF WOMEN CRAVE AMAZING FOOD OVER AMAZING SEX

Exercise Selection

Daniel Tague walks us through exercise selection and how to choose the best exercise for your body!

* How do you select what type of exercises to do?

a. We can go back to the four categories of exercise

b. Goals?

c. Aesthetics Exercise

d. Corrective Exercises

e. Functional Exercises

f. Performance Exercises

i. Movement based

Workplace Romance

Have you ever had a workplace fling? Rosalie Robinson talks the pros and cons of workplace romance!

Are You Burning Out of Your Current Relationship?

Are you burning out in your current intimate relationship? Do you feel like you’ve lost yourself? Is everything wrapped around meeting your partner’s needs and or schedules? David Essel, author of Focus! Stop Dreaming. Start Living. gives us his best tips to reignite passion and intimacy in relationships.

5 Things to Know When Buying Supplements!

Jill Lane has worked in the supplement manufacturing industry for over 15 years. Jill says there are 3 things we should do before we purchase a supplement to make sure we are making an informed purchase.

* Check the website for manufacturing certification and audit history

* Read the other ingredients first

* Read the supplement facts panel last

Dairy in Keto?!

Miriam Kalamian, author of Keto for Cancer talks about confusion over dairy in the ketogenic diet. Why may milk be a problem, even if butter or cream are okay? What does lactose intolerance really mean? Tune in to find out!

The Concussion Repair Manual

Dr. Dan Engle, author of The Concussion Repair Manual talks about the current concussion protocol and concussion repair.

* Why all the recent talk about concussions?

* How "big" is the problem, how widespread and how does someone know if they're being negatively impacted by a concussion?

* What are the current standards of care?

* What should people do to treat any symptoms from concussions?

The Price of Silence: Identifying Toxic Coaches

Scott Secules continues the talk over identifying toxic coaches and how to keep our children safe.

* Parents maybe wondering if their child is safe when they drop them off gym, pool, court, field… What is important to teach our children about boundaries?

* What could possibly be the problem with a parent watching practice?

* What leads to overtraining?

* What kind of communication should be present between coaches, parents, and athletes?

Things Your Cat Would Love to Tell You

Maura Davies, VP of Communications at the SPCA continues her segment on Things Your Cat Would Love to Tell You!

* I'm perfectly capable of bathing myself, thanks

* Don't freak out when I bring you dead animal or insect "gifts"

* I meow at you to tell you something specific, but when you meow at me, you’re not speaking cat language

* We truly wish you'd find yourself another animal to demonize

* We're early risers, so deal with it

Fiber: The Most Underrated Nutrient

Studies show that eating plenty of veggies reduces the risk of disease. Everything from diabetes to osteoporosis, disease of the gastrointestinal tract to cardiovascular disease, and autoimmune diseases to cancer. Sarah Ballantyne talks about her article in Paleo Magazine - Plant Based Paleo: Fiber The Most Underrated Nutrient

* What is fiber and why is it beneficial?

* What are the functions of fiber?

* What are the differences between soluble and insoluble fiber? What are some rich sources of soluble fiber? What are some foods high in insoluble fiber?

* Sarah, can you explain fibers role in the gut microbiota?

* How much fiber do we need?

* What are some of the other benefits of fiber?

Spinning Science & Silencing Scientists: A Case Study in How the Chemical Industry Attempts to Influence Science

Dr. Mike Fenster talks about the latest case study regarding chemical influence on science.

Beauty Tips - Inside & Out

Isabell Daniel gives us her best skin care tips!

 

 

IBD & Crohn's Disease

Dr. Ken Brown discusses IDB and Crohn's disease. Here are a few questions we ask:

* Can you describe issues with post-infectious IBDs such as Crohn’s?

* What is the difference between Crohn’s and Colitis?

* What is the relationship of a genetic disposition to IBDs such as Crohn’s?

* Crohn’s manifestations beyond the gut, what are they?

Sleep & Circadian Rhythm: The Brain Benefits of Getting Enough Sleep

We are dominated by time. But beyond the alarm clock that drives us out of bed our bodies answer to a much older clock that can be found in almost all living things. An internal 24hr biological clock (circadian clock) regulates and drives much of our biology, timing our sleep and even influencing the chances of having a heart attack or surviving cancer.

Understanding how these rhythms are generated and regulated within the brain has been one of the great triumphs of neuroscience. As Director of the Sleep and Circadian Neuroscience Institute at the University of Oxford, Dr. Foster will lead us through the science and importance of sleep and circadian rhythms, what happens when these systems go wrong and the consequences of our increasingly 24/7 world. He may even change your mind about why you need to sleep more!

Hunter's Education Guide

Looking to go hunting this season? With one exception, wild game cannot be purchased. The only way to get it is to receive it as a gift or to hunt it yourself. Actor and writer Fisher Neal, talks about his article "Hunter's Education Guide" in Paleo Magazine. Here are a few questions we ask:

* How does hunter education work? It is required to be able to purchase a hunting license, is taught for free by state officials and volunteers, consists of home study and a field session, and has reciprocity across state lines. Some states now have an Apprentice License that allows beginners to hunt with a mentor before taking the course.

* Why is now the best time to take the course? Classes are generally not offered during hunting season, taking the class now gives you time to prepare for the season, and high demand results in them often being full closer to the fall.

4 Basic Types of Exercise

What are the 4 basic types of exercise? Daniel Tague talks about these exercises and how we can incorporate them into our workout routines.

* What to you mean by four basic types of exercises?

a. Every exercise we do in the gym can be broken up into four categories

i. Bilateral (two sides) integrated (compound: multiple joints moving)

ii. Bilateral isolated (one joint moving)

iii. Unilateral (one side) integrated (compound)

iv. Unilateral isolated

* What are some exercise examples of these categories?

a. Bilateral compound

i. Squat

ii. Chest press

iii. Leg press

iv. Rows

v. Pushups

b. Bilateral isolated

i. Bicep curl, triceps extensions

ii. Knee extension (leg extension)

iii. Knee flexions (leg curls)

c. Unilateral compound

i. Lunges

ii. Walking, running

iii. 1 legged squats

iv. 1 arm presses

d. Unilateral isolated

i. 1 arm bicep curls

ii. 1 leg curls ect.

*  What are some of the benefits of these different categories?