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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Can You Get a Blue Zone Gut?

Blue Zone guts are pretty impressive. I’m not talking about the bellies in the Labatt section of the stadium, either. I mean the global blue zones: places around the world where inhabitants regularly live in good health to over 100 years old. Gut heath is dominating conversations about health and longevity. And why shouldn’t it? ...click here to read more

Try Spice to Cut Salt Intake

Wouldn’t you love to know who made salt the god of all of the seasonings? Why is it on everything and on every table you sit down at. As far as I know, nobody ever called salt the “spice of life.” America’s love for salt is a dangerous affair. High sodium intake can raise blood ...click here to read more

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What You’re Doing…and Not Doing…for Good Sleep

It’s hard to get a good night’s sleep, especially with this pandemic going on. And I’m sure you’re noticing how bad sleep can take hold of your day. Grogginess, cloudy thinking, irritability, and just feeling “bad” are definite symptoms of poor sleep. A recent survey found that 32 percent of people feel more tired these ...click here to read more

Small Changes to Help Lower Blood Pressure

Go big or go home: the worst advice ever. Most people who try and go big end up back home, right where they started. You might be able to relate if you’ve tried and failed at lowering your blood pressure. It’s probably true that you know what to do: exercise more, eat better, cut down ...click here to read more

Your Heart and the Pandemic

A recent survey suggests that American hearts haven’t held up well during the pandemic. The online survey, conducted by the Cleveland Clinic, found that four in 10 Americans say they have had at least one heart-related issue during the COVID-19 pandemic. Further, one in four respondents who have tested positive say that COVID has affected ...click here to read more

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