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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It’s no secret that too much salt can be bad for your heart. It’s one of the most popular seasonings in North America, but it can also be deadly. Heavy salt intake is associated with high blood pressure, atherosclerosis, and an increased risk for heart disease and heart failure. Typically, people are urged to stay ...click here to read more
Persistent asthma can take a toll on your lungs, and a new study shows it can also take a toll on your heart. Relentless asthma seems to be tied to plaque formation in the carotid arteries, which can increase the risk of heart attack and stroke. Carotid arteries are the large arteries at the side ...click here to read more
As much as it’s the time to be in the moment, it’s also a time when many people start thinking about the future. “In the New Year…” gets thrown around quite a bit this month, as many decide to open up a new chapter in their lives, revisit something they once did, or adopt a ...click here to read more
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The holidays can present a wonderful opportunity to slow down and enjoy life. But they also produce a lot of stress leading up to those moments. But guess what? A new study shows that a little bit of stress can be good. Everybody knows that bad chronic stress can contribute to health problems, but there ...click here to read more
What comes to mind when you think of a fungal infection? Athlete’s foot, infected toenails, or a rash? Well, guess what? They can happen in your lungs, too. Some fungus species cause respiratory illnesses when they’re inhaled. Common in certain parts of the United States, these types of infections are spreading to parts of the ...click here to read more
According to new research, eating more berries and drinking tea may help you stay mentally sharp longer. A case study of more than 900 adults found that foods featuring antioxidant flavonoids could offer brain benefits to older adults. Flavonoids are found in foods and drinks like berries, leafy green vegetables, tea, wine, and more. The ...click here to read more
The holidays can be really fun, but they can also be a major stressor. For people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), the food and travel associated with the season may intensify symptoms. Stress can affect the gut and impact how people with IBS feel. Travelling to see family, spending time with certain family members, and ...click here to read more
You’ve probably heard of “good” HDL cholesterol and how it may affect heart health. Well, a new study is putting that under scrutiny. A new, large-scale study shows that HDL cholesterol may not significantly affect heart health, particularly for Black people. A study of nearly 24,000 adults found that low HDL was associated with a ...click here to read more
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