Author Archives : Mat Lecompte

About eight years ago, Mat Lecompte had an epiphany. He’d been ignoring his health and suddenly realized he needed to do something about it. Since then, through hard work, determination and plenty of education, he has transformed his life. He’s changed his body composition by learning the ins and outs of nutrition, exercise, and fitness and wants to share his knowledge with you. Starting as a journalist over 10 years ago, Mat has not only honed his belief system and approach with practical experience, but he has also worked closely with nutritionists, dieticians, athletes, and fitness professionals. He embraces natural healing methods and believes that diet, exercise and willpower are the foundation of a healthy, happy, and drug-free existence.

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Winter Skincare Tips

Winter can be rough on your skin. It puts nearly round-the-clock pressure on your outer layer, whether you’re inside or out. The cold air is dry and can contribute to cracking, while the warm air inside offers little relief. So, whether you’re getting outside for some activity or staying settled in by the fire, your ...click here to read more

Medications That Increase the Risk of Falling

It’s not uncommon for medications to come with a laundry list of unwanted effects. And if you’re on several medications, you could be experiencing a number of these effects. One potential effect of a slew of medications is impaired balance. For many reasons, certain medications may make it harder to stay sure-footed and increase the ...click here to read more

Does Red Wine Really Lower Blood Pressure?

Hey, if you can lower blood pressure and improve your heart health with red wine, why not drink up over the holidays, right? Red wine’s effect on circulation, vein and artery health, and overall heart health can be overblown. And why wouldn’t they be? It essentially serves as an excuse to do something a lot ...click here to read more

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Tips to Manage Cholesterol over the Holidays

Navigating the holidays might seem like a significant challenge if you’re dealing with high cholesterol. And it can be. But with a few tips, you can manage your cholesterol and still get the most from the season. 1. Watch Sugary Beverages: Sugar is the leading cause of high cholesterol, and it’s everywhere over the holidays. ...click here to read more

How You Can Combat a Seasonal Drop in Testosterone

Hormones can be a tricky thing, and much of the time, you have little control over them. For example, testosterone drops naturally in the winter. It’s why you might feel a little more lazy and unenergized. But nature can only go so far. Thankfully, you have the ability to manipulate various factors that can contribute ...click here to read more

Has Margarine Become a Superfood?

Let’s be honest: margarine is extremely unappealing. It’s a human-made spread that used to be loaded with hydrogenated oils, more commonly known as trans fats. But the times have changed. Since the U.S. Food and Drug Administration banned these oils in 2018, margarine has become considerably “healthier.” Prior to the ban, margarine was heavy in ...click here to read more

COVID Fears Contributing to Holiday Stress

In the last two weeks, the news cycle has been dominated by omicron, the latest variation of COVID-19. It has caught many off-guard and boosted stress levels as people worldwide look to spend time with loved ones over the holidays. So far, the data about omicron is encouraging but also slightly confusing. It appears to ...click here to read more

Can Your Home Design Contribute to Longevity?

Have you ever heard of Blue Zones? If not, they are areas of the world where people live considerably longer than the vast majority of others. People in these regions, the longest-living people on earth, don’t get their longevity from fad diets, workouts, or other short-lived lifestyle changes. Instead, they live in areas that nudge ...click here to read more

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