James Porterson
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Former obese teen turned nutritionist. Enjoys writing about staying active and proper nutrition.
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Best Soft Ground Soccer Cleats
Selecting the right soccer cleat may seem like a straightforward process. However, in order to maximize performance and prevent injury, soccer players have to consider both the weather and the surface they are playing on. Soft surfaces, in particular, require a unique type of soccer cleat with specialized attributes.
By James Porterson6 years ago in Cleats
10 Things to Consider When Training for Any Tactical Fitness Goals
When it comes to having any tactical fitness related goals, it’s required that you first pass a fitness test in order to get accepted into the program. Then comes a selection program that you have to endure in order to achieve the goal to join the ranks of military, special ops, or even police and fire fighter programs. For a successful candidate, he has to have the mindset that the select phase of the basic training is something that you have to do in order to get the desired military profession.
By James Porterson6 years ago in Serve
Most Interesting Military Traditions
The US military is one of those groups that really does have its own subculture and brotherhood. When you deal with a military person, you can expect them to defend themselves, have a certain level of discipline, and know how to make their beds the right way.
By James Porterson7 years ago in Serve
Signs That You Need To Switch Therapists
As many people can tell you, getting therapy as a way to cope with mental illness, tough times, and trauma is a brilliant move. The right therapist can help you see problems in your relationships from a new perspective, help you learn life-saving coping mechanisms, and also give you the tools you need in order to heal.
By James Porterson7 years ago in Psyche
Foods to Promote Brain Health
Brain health is often overlooked when people think about maintaining a healthy diet. Recently, the world has been on a hunt to discover superfoods that improve physical well-being; goji berries, avocados, and kale are some of the most well-known superfoods. The most popular diets often focus only on these superfoods and their effects on muscle generation and fat loss. However, very few people outside of the medical community realize that a healthy diet supplements brain health equally.
By James Porterson7 years ago in Longevity
Health Benefits of Mangoes
The many health benefits of mangoes have made the fruit a popular choice for millions of people all over the world. Known by some as the king of fruits, mangoes can be eaten while they’re ripe or raw. A lot of people prefer the sweet taste of the yellow, ripe mangoes, but there are also those who cannot resist the taste of raw mangoes, which can sometimes be sour. Some like to slice the fruit into three pieces before eating it while others love creating mango shakes or smoothies. Regardless of the ways they are consumed, the health benefits of mangoes will always remain abundant.
By James Porterson7 years ago in Longevity
Polyphenol-Rich Superfoods
What do polyphenol-rich superfoods have to do with our life span? Do we have a control over the length of our stay on earth? These are the numerous questions we tend to ask ourselves. Over the years scientists have tried to answer these questions. Why can't man live forever? Can we make it possible? Researchers have sought answers with no concrete conclusion. It's believed that plant food can improve our lifespan. It is for this reason that many researchers have studied polyphenol-rich superfoods.
By James Porterson7 years ago in Longevity
Benefits of Drinking Moringa Daily
Known for its powerful antibacterial, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties, it comes as no surprise that the benefits of drinking moringa daily are ideal for most all individuals. Commonly referred to as the “miracle tree,” “drumstick tree,” or “horseradish tree,” moringa is a plant native to South Asia that can be found growing throughout the tropics. In Africa, natives commonly refer to the moringa plant as the “never die tree,” as the plant thrives abundantly regardless of environmental conditions. In medicine, the branches, flowers, leaves, roots, and seeds are harvested. Given the number of active constituents that make up the moringa plant, the benefits of drinking moringa daily cover a wide variety of common ailments.
By James Porterson7 years ago in Longevity
High Tech Kitchen Appliances You Need to Cook With
Go ahead: continue to ask Siri how long you are supposed to cook a rib-eye steak for. After all, the internet usually has the answer to all of your kitchen queries. But consider all the variables that go into perfecting a dish: weight, temperature, time, personal preference. The fact is, no matter how comprehensive the instructions, it's all about the execution.
By James Porterson7 years ago in Feast
Health Benefits of Garlic
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By James Porterson7 years ago in Longevity
Meal Portion Control Tips
Most weight-conscious Americans know the hazards of overeating: Too-fat bodies age faster and are at higher risk for life-threatening diseases. But calorie-counters who focus more on what they take in with their eyes may have to worry less about what they put into their mouths. Visual cues, or the way food is presented, can actually decrease appetite and leave us feeling satisfied with less food or spur us to stuff ourselves, says Maria Simonson, Ph.D., professor emeritus of Johns Hopkins Medical Institution. She's referring to plate sizes, patterns and other table-setting details, and Calculates that smart choices can save you about 250 calories a day—the equivalent of losing a pound every two weeks.
By James Porterson7 years ago in Longevity