The Science Behind Superfoods: Blueberries

During Episode 2.10 of the Online Warriors podcast, we briefly discussed our feelings about some of the most popular superfoods like blueberries and kale. That conversation led me to do a bit of research on why such foods are considered “super.” I dug into some of the benefits behind blueberries specifically, and I’d like to share my findings on this blog… but first, beware. I’ve … Continue reading The Science Behind Superfoods: Blueberries

The Healthy NerdMay 17, 2021May 17, 2021Leave a comment

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The Importance of Hydration

A very good friend of mine recently went to the emergency room due to severe dehydration. His weekend was chock-full of activity – intense gym workouts, social drinks with friends, and lots of coffee (a diuretic) – but he wasn’t keeping up his water intake. This led to a few syncope (fainting) episodes that resembled mini-seizures followed by a morning of tests and IV fluids … Continue reading The Importance of Hydration

The Healthy NerdFebruary 4, 2019May 17, 2021Leave a comment

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January Goal Review

I’m not much of a resolution-er, but at the end of every January I do like to take some time to reflect on my overall goals. This gives me an opportunity to identify areas where I’ve been successful and those where I need some more work. Since I’m a well-rounded nerd, I have a few different subsections of goals. Reading Last year, I didn’t quite … Continue reading January Goal Review

The Healthy NerdJanuary 21, 2019January 21, 2019Leave a comment

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Confession of a Failed Vegan

Last Christmas, a friend of mine who knew I was on a journey to improve my health gifted me a copy of “How Not to Die.” The book is a widely renowned study into nutrition and – not to oversimplify the nature of the work – presents numerous studies and evidence that a vegan lifestyle can help to ward off disease. I fully embraced the … Continue reading Confession of a Failed Vegan

The Healthy NerdOctober 29, 2018January 14, 2019Leave a comment

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A Quick Update

I just wanted to stop and take a minute to thank you all for sticking around. I know that this blog is fairly new, and for a while I was successfully able to pump out about 2 new posts per week. To those of you who read, shared, and reacted to those posts – your feedback and support has been greatly appreciated. However, as of … Continue reading A Quick Update

The Healthy NerdSeptember 27, 2018Leave a comment

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Sweet Spiced Pork Kebabs

One of the troubling things that I have been dealing with lately is digestive issues. While we’re attempting to figure out what’s causing my problems, I’ve been doing some research on natural solutions that could help rightsize my gut. I stumbled across the Low FODMAP diet. FODMAPS are carbohydrates that the small intestine has trouble digesting and, apparently, restricting their consumption can help improve digestive … Continue reading Sweet Spiced Pork Kebabs

The Healthy NerdSeptember 6, 2018February 4, 20192 Comments

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Motivation Monday: My Wellness Story

Everyone’s health goals are different and what it takes to achieve them will vary from person to person. Continue reading Motivation Monday: My Wellness Story

The Healthy NerdAugust 13, 2018Leave a comment

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Eating Healthy at the Fair

One of my favorite parts about the summer is going to my local fair. As someone somewhat far removed from the rural areas of America, I find it pretty neat to see farm animals face-to-face and learn about local agriculture. But let’s face it – that’s not all there is to see. I always drop some money playing carnival games, maybe check out a few rides, and indulge … Continue reading Eating Healthy at the Fair

The Healthy NerdAugust 6, 2018July 31, 2018Leave a comment

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5 Reasons Why I Bike

Cardiovascular health is super important. It decreases your risk of heart disease and helps you feel more in-shape.³ There are a lot of different ways that you can get your cardio exercise in, but my favorite by far is hopping on my stationary bike. It’s a great way to get the blood flowing and kick off the day – but these are the 5 main reasons … Continue reading 5 Reasons Why I Bike

The Healthy NerdJuly 30, 2018July 29, 2018Leave a comment

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A Month of Walking

This month, I’m making a concerted effort to walk more often. I work in an office on a computer, so I’m constantly sitting. That usually results in an abysmal 4500 steps a day, about half the daily recommended step-count of 10,000. During the winter, I could blame my step count on the nasty weather – once I got home, I didn’t want to make the … Continue reading A Month of Walking

The Healthy NerdJuly 11, 2018July 10, 2018Leave a comment

Diary of a Healthy Nerd

Being a nerd and being healthy are not mutually exclusive.

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