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4/19/2012
I am wondering if I should be taking an enzyme with my diet. What are your thoughts? —Kelly, Los Feliz
Yes. Enzymes are designed to ensure that you absorb the full nutritional value of your food. Enzymes support your body’s systems for digestion of multiple food groups. Carbohydrate examples: breads, ...
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3/23/2012
Should I workout on an empty stomach? —John, Long Beach
You want to allow at least 45-60 minutes after eating before working out. I would go easy on the consumption of what you eat and stay on the light side. If it’s first thing in the morning, it’s okay to ...
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2/28/2012
I know they say breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but I have a hard time getting myself to eat. I just don’t have an appetite and the thought of food makes me nauseated. Any ideas? —Jon, West HollywoodI know you are not alone on this ...
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1/26/2012
Frustrated guy here! I hear people talking about having different body types. I don’t know my body type—can you explain this to me? —Zach, Beverly Hills
Let me break this down for you and everyone else wondering. People come in all shapes, but most can be placed into a particular ...
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12/28/2011
Can you give me some directions as to what muscle groups I should be working first? —Stanford, Los Angeles
I like to hit my biggest muscle groups first, whether it’s legs, chest or back. I would also suggest doing your cardio at the end of your workout. The reason for ...
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12/2/2011
I have high cholesterol. Is there anything I can take to help lower it? —Marcus, Long Beach
When it comes to health issues, I always suggest seeing your doctor. Sometimes eating clean is not enough, and a prescription from your doctor may be needed. With that said, there are certain ...
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11/9/2011
Is it okay to workout when you are sick? —James, Hlywd
Aside from training my clients, I love having my own moment of training myself. So, I’m on the treadmill running and feeling great. Without warning a person gets onto the treadmill next to mine and starts coughing. This is ...
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10/6/2011
Ugh, here we go again—creeping up to another year and another shot at following through with our New Year’s resolution. Do we really understand or even care about creating a new fitness plan for the new year? I see it every year, and like clockwork, the new gym memberships pour ...
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9/15/2011
I seem to catch colds and the flu easily. With fall upon us, what can I take to help prevent this? —Stan, Los Angeles
I swear by these remedies. I use them on a daily basis for myself and I have clients take them as well. The current flu virus ...
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8/16/2011
Is there anything else other than a fat burner that I can take to lose weight? —Richard, Los Angeles
I suggest taking an L-carnitine. What’s so great is its amazing power to transform body fat into energy. It also facilitates the metabolism of carbohydrates and enhances energy production. I suggest ...
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