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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Is This the Secret Ingredient to Better Sleep?

It can be rather simple to downplay the complexity of sleep. Most people, even if they don’t sleep well, take it for granted. When they get tired, they go to bed. Of course, most people know it’s not that easy. Data suggests that most people report having some occasional sleep trouble; it may include falling ...click here to read more

How to Choose A Home Exercise Machine

Most people don’t need another excuse not to exercise: no time, too hot, too cold, or even pain and practicality can hold people back. Purchasing a home exercise machine can help solve the problem and make exercise much easier. Hopping on an exercise bike for 15 minutes, for example, can help you squeeze in a ...click here to read more

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Living With an Enlarged Prostate

An enlarged prostate, or signs of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), can set in overtime. It might start with a stronger urge to urinate or having to get up to go to the bathroom overnight. But it can get worse, and that can be cause for concern. Most men have some degree of BPH. Half do ...click here to read more

New Study Links Menstrual Cycle Changes to Heart Health

A new study suggests that a changing menstrual cycle approaching menopause could indicate future heart health. The research, published in the journal Menopause, found that lengthening menstrual cycles prior to menopause may play a role in the risk for heart disease. Results suggested that if a woman’s cycle got longer two years before menopause, they ...click here to read more

Be Careful with Fish Oil

About a decade ago, maybe a little more, omega-3 rich fish oil became the supplement. Everyone was talking about it, and it seemed like everyone was taking it too. And what wasn’t to love? It’s a concentrated source of a highly beneficial nutrients that was touted to make your skin better, improve brain function, and ...click here to read more

Broken Heart Syndrome On The Rise: Study

If you haven’t heard of it, broken heart syndrome is real. And a new study suggests that cases are on the rise, particularly in middle-aged women. Although cases were up across the board, researchers found that women make up over 88 percent of cases and that women between 50 and 75 experienced broken heart syndrome ...click here to read more

How to Calm Nighttime Anxiety

Everyone has those nights where they just can’t fall asleep. Sometimes getting to sleep isn’t the problem, but staying asleep is. I can’t tell what’s more frustrating: lying in bed wanting to fall asleep but being held back by your racing mind, or suddenly waking up during a restful sleep full of anxiety. When worries ...click here to read more

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