My
good friend and client, Bonner Paddock, became the first person EVER,
afflicted with cerebral palsy to compete and complete the Iron Man race
in Kona. This is the Big Daddy of all Triathlons. This one challenges
every part of your being, not just your ability to swim, ride, and run.
Bonner
competes to show disabled children, through his actions, that they can
do anything they put their heart and mind too. His personal quest for
this race was to raise $1 million for his OM Foundation. His foundation
raises funds to build early learning centers for kids with disabilities.
See his amazing journey and accomplishment, and if you are inspired you are welcome to participate with a donation at www.1man.1mission.org.
As
you go through life, there are a few people you will be blessed to know
that can and will make an extraordinary impact and inspire you...
Bonner is one of these people.
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THE TURKEY NAP & TIPS
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THE TURKEY NAP & TIPS
It's the season to talk about the much publicized turkey nap - caused by the evil Tryptophan!
Most interesting to me is that during the other 11 months of the year you don't hear anyone talk about needing a nap after eating a turkey sandwich.....hmmmm wonder why?
A small bit of science- tryptophan is an amino acid that can have effects on relaxation. Tryptophan helps the body produce the b- vitamin niacin, which then helps the body produce serotonin, a chemical that acts as a calming agent in the brain and plays a key role in sleep. - ok enough science.
FYI - Other foods that are considered sources of tryptophan are dairy products, beef, poultry, barley, brown rice, fish, soybeans, and peanuts. - Do you need a nap after reasonable consumption of these?
Here are 5 reasons you may feel sleepy after a big holiday meal:
Carbohydrate overload - A heavy carbohydrate meal will increase insulin levels, which lowers amino acid levels in blood, creating an increase in the relative level of tryptophan in the blood. Serotonin may then produce a sleepy feeling. This can happen at any meal. How do you feel after a big Italian meal with pasta? Sleepy right?
Fatty food - A meal rich in fats slows down the digestive system and requires lots of energy to digest. Blood flow is redirected to your stomach rather than the rest of your body, leaving you with less energy overall and a lot more calories to pack on your mid-section. And is a contributor to naps and fatness.
Alcohol - Alcohol is a central nervous system depressant. A drink or two can be processed by your body typically without any ill effects. However start getting to the "few" and "many" drinks as part of the holiday celebration will add tons of calories and be a nap-factor. (Too many can add to the lampshade on your head factor)
Overeating -Your body requires a great deal of energy to digest a large meal (particularly high fat and high carbohydrates). When your stomach is full, blood is directed away from other organ systems, including your nervous system. And of course you know by now...you will feel the need to snoooooze. Eat smaller portions of the items you really want. Don't waste the calories just because food is in front of you.
R&R - Often the most relaxing part of the festivities is likely to be the meal (suppose that depends on your relatives). No matter what you may have been doing throughout the day, Thanksgiving dinner provides an opportunity to sit back and relax, eat a big meal watch some football and,.... guess what? zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
A couple of quick tips to keep your energy levels up:
1) Snack on the fruits and vegetables (minimal dip) to keep calorie count down.
2) Eat a balanced turkey dinner - balance turkey or protein, a good helping of veggies and smaller servings of potatoes, breads etc.
3) Reasonable serving sizes - Eat one plate of food and be finished. Try everything but keep the servings sizes of heavy carb and fat foods small. Taste, enjoy, savor, and move on.
4) Beverages - be aware of high calorie celebratory drinks - especially alcohol. Have a couple for the entire day.
5) Exercise - get a workout in before your festivities to increase your metabolism and burn calories - a great healthy start.
******************************************************************
Most of all - enjoy your time with friends and family. We all have so much to be thankful for - stop and take a minute with your family to be thankful.
I am thankful for all of you!
Happy Thanksgiving.
Most interesting to me is that during the other 11 months of the year you don't hear anyone talk about needing a nap after eating a turkey sandwich.....hmmmm wonder why?
A small bit of science- tryptophan is an amino acid that can have effects on relaxation. Tryptophan helps the body produce the b- vitamin niacin, which then helps the body produce serotonin, a chemical that acts as a calming agent in the brain and plays a key role in sleep. - ok enough science.
FYI - Other foods that are considered sources of tryptophan are dairy products, beef, poultry, barley, brown rice, fish, soybeans, and peanuts. - Do you need a nap after reasonable consumption of these?
Here are 5 reasons you may feel sleepy after a big holiday meal:
Carbohydrate overload - A heavy carbohydrate meal will increase insulin levels, which lowers amino acid levels in blood, creating an increase in the relative level of tryptophan in the blood. Serotonin may then produce a sleepy feeling. This can happen at any meal. How do you feel after a big Italian meal with pasta? Sleepy right?
Fatty food - A meal rich in fats slows down the digestive system and requires lots of energy to digest. Blood flow is redirected to your stomach rather than the rest of your body, leaving you with less energy overall and a lot more calories to pack on your mid-section. And is a contributor to naps and fatness.
Alcohol - Alcohol is a central nervous system depressant. A drink or two can be processed by your body typically without any ill effects. However start getting to the "few" and "many" drinks as part of the holiday celebration will add tons of calories and be a nap-factor. (Too many can add to the lampshade on your head factor)
Overeating -Your body requires a great deal of energy to digest a large meal (particularly high fat and high carbohydrates). When your stomach is full, blood is directed away from other organ systems, including your nervous system. And of course you know by now...you will feel the need to snoooooze. Eat smaller portions of the items you really want. Don't waste the calories just because food is in front of you.
R&R - Often the most relaxing part of the festivities is likely to be the meal (suppose that depends on your relatives). No matter what you may have been doing throughout the day, Thanksgiving dinner provides an opportunity to sit back and relax, eat a big meal watch some football and,.... guess what? zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
A couple of quick tips to keep your energy levels up:
1) Snack on the fruits and vegetables (minimal dip) to keep calorie count down.
2) Eat a balanced turkey dinner - balance turkey or protein, a good helping of veggies and smaller servings of potatoes, breads etc.
3) Reasonable serving sizes - Eat one plate of food and be finished. Try everything but keep the servings sizes of heavy carb and fat foods small. Taste, enjoy, savor, and move on.
4) Beverages - be aware of high calorie celebratory drinks - especially alcohol. Have a couple for the entire day.
5) Exercise - get a workout in before your festivities to increase your metabolism and burn calories - a great healthy start.
******************************************************************
Most of all - enjoy your time with friends and family. We all have so much to be thankful for - stop and take a minute with your family to be thankful.
I am thankful for all of you!
Happy Thanksgiving.
Dedicated to your health and wellness
Coach Greg
P.S.
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