The Harm of Sitting Constantly
Could the secret to a longer life be something as simple as sitting down less? This infographic makes an argument in favor of that point, and does it well. Today, we spend more time sitting down than ever before. This creates numerous health related problems that can take a serious toll.
The average person sits for over 9 hours each day
Sitting over 6 hours a day increases a person's risk of death by a whopping 40%
Sitting is largely responsible for today's obesity problems all over the globe
Next time you go to take a seat, think about what would happen if you didn't. Sitting less while going about your ...
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Archives for March 2013
The Bacon Method
As awesome as bacon is, it's a mess to actually make. Never fear - as Dan Benjamin at the bacon method has discovered the perfect way to create the best bacon of your life.
The Bacon Method
Making perfect bacon every time is easy. Here’s how:
The Bacon Method
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Line a pan with the bacon. I use a glass baking pan, but I’ve also used steel and aluminum baking sheets. Metal baking sheets might warp.Put the pan into a cold, unheated oven. Middle rack is fine.Set the oven to bake at 400°F (204°C).Set the timer for 20 minutes. It might take a few more or a few less depending on your own oven, so watch it close the first ...
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Paleo Diet Food List Infographic
Paleo Diet Food List Infographic
Want a better paleo diet food list to take with you grocery shopping? Well, we've got you covered.
Okay okay, we already have the most comprehensive paleo diet food list on the planet. We get it. But, for some reason - you guys just can't get enough of it. So, we gave in and created a whole new food list - this time in fantastic infographic form. Bigger, badder, and prettier than ever - so yeah - we're pretty pumped about it.
It's pretty extensive, so we'll stop talking and just let you take a look at it and download (and pin it) away.
Paleo Diet Food List Infographic
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Paleo Pancake Recipe: How To Make Paleo Pancakes?
So you want to go beyond just making a great paleo breakfast and make amazing some paleo pancakes of your own, huh?
Well, you're in luck, we have a great 3-ingredient recipe for you that we've tweaked a bit for our own tastes. What we ended up with is what I would call absolute perfection.
Pancakes are a mainstay breakfast meal. But is a pancake without having to use flour even possible? Well, tell you what, the paleo pancake recipe is the answer to your question. Yes! We can make pancakes out of paleo based ingredients. All you need to get are ripe bananas, eggs, and a heaping of almond butter. And here is how we do it in 3 simple ...
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The High Price of Obesity
The High Price of Obesity
It's no secret that obesity is a rampant problem in the United States. The annual medical costs in the country related to obesity alone add up to $147 billion. And that doesn't even include the money and productivity lost by the economy when people are out of work because of obesity related health problems. This infographic presents detailed facts and figures about just how serious the issue has become, as well as information about what can be done about it going forward.
Tobacco and alcohol related healthcare costs are very highly talked about, but still do not compare to the costs created by obesity
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Six Packs & Paleo Infographic
Want to get a six pack? Maybe paleo is the way to go. The good people over at Impossible HQ & Impossible Abs just released a great "7 steps to Six Pack Abs" infographic for those of you out there looking to get lean & maybe even uncover that six pack. We're not saying it's strictly paleo, but it's a pretty solid starting point. Check it out and let us know what you think.
7 Steps To Six Pack Abs
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The Periodic Table of Meat
The Periodic Table of Meat
One of our favorite genres of paleo food is meat. Needless to say, we really, really enjoyed this funny take on the "periodic table of meat." Our favorite footnote? Bacon is the meat of life - without bacon - life as we know it would cease to exist.
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The Dangers of High Fructose Corn Syrup
The Dangers of High Fructose Corn Syrup
High fructose corn syrup is something that many people know about and want to avoid as much as possible, but a lot of them are confused as to why it is bad for them, as well as how widely it is used. This infographic presents all the most important information about high fructose corn syrup, what it is, the effects it can have on a person's body, and more.
The average American consumes just over 50 pounds of high fructose corn syrup each year
Natural cane sugar is a good alternative to HFCS
The phrase "corn sugar" is often used instead of "high fructose corn syrup" on packaging in the U.S.
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How To Become a Grill Master
How To Become a Grill Master
Grilling is a tradition in many places, but is a skill that not everyone masters. It can be difficult to know how long to keep certain meats and vegetables on the grill, when to turn them during the cooking process and what temperatures they should be grilled at. This infographic makes grilling easier than ever before, and is a great resource for those who want to quickly check how they can properly cook any food that they plan on grilling.
A thick steak can take up to 10 minutes to grill properly
The minimum temperature that chicken should be when fully cooked is 165 degrees
Veggies are great on the grill -- ...
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