James Porterson
Bio
Former obese teen turned nutritionist. Enjoys writing about staying active and proper nutrition.
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There's Anywhere from 2-9 Pounds of Bacteria in the Body at Any Given Time
Bacteria has a bad reputation for being the cause of diseases and illnesses. However, did you know that your body has anywhere from 2-9 pounds of bacteria at any given time? Bacteria is actually necessary for protection and metabolic purposes. So, even though some bacteria does cause problems and sickness, others are actually good for you!
By James Porterson3 years ago in FYI
How to Age with Grace
Getting older is a double-edged sword. The potential is there for great wisdom, expanded opportunities, and a comfortable life. But at the same time, your health can begin to decline if you don’t take care of yourself properly. As you age, you will also inevitably undergo physical changes like wrinkles and hair loss. There is no avoiding getting older, but that doesn’t mean you have to resign yourself to a reduced quality of living as you age. By taking a few precautions, however, you can set yourself up to age with grace and dignity, ensuring that your best years will never be behind you.
By James Porterson4 years ago in Longevity
Answered: Should I Try the Ketogenic Diet?
There are a myriad of fad diets out there that claim you’ll lose weight. However, if you try the ketogenic diet, you’ll soon find out why many people are making the permanent switch to it for better health. The keto diet restricts one food group: carbs.
By James Porterson5 years ago in Longevity
Pros and Cons of a Keto Diet
The keto diet is more than just a diet trend. In fact, it has been used for years to help adults and children who have epilepsy. There’s a strong link between your diet and your overall physiological well-being, and the high fat, low carb keto diet might be exactly the diet you’ve been looking for.
By James Porterson5 years ago in Longevity
Best Goalkeeper Gloves Under $100
It takes a different breed of individual to want to play the goalie position. It’s not natural to want to stand in front of someone kicking a ball at you at extremely high velocity. The keeper’s gloves are the first and best line of defense, protecting the hands, along with the wrist, elbow, and shoulder joints.
By James Porterson5 years ago in Cleats
Best Basketball Shoes for Shooting
I don't want to scare you, but ankle sprains are an extremely common injury among point guards. Every athlete runs the risk of rolling an ankle, but jumping, juking, and sprinting over a hard surface is part of the job description when you're a point guard.
By James Porterson6 years ago in Unbalanced
Reasons to Take Ballet as an Adult
As adults, we are always in search of the perfect workout. Our image of this is being at the gym, focusing on lifting weights and doing endless cardio workouts. The one thing we may not have considered is ballet. You may think it’s too late in life, but there are significant reasons to take ballet as an adult that will sculpt your body and get you out of the gym every day.
By James Porterson6 years ago in Longevity
What Happens When You Lose Too Much Weight Too Fast?
When you attempt to lose too much weight too quickly, you burn fat and muscle. When you burn muscle, you slow down your metabolism. This makes it harder to burn fat at rest. Long term it is not a good idea to lose too much weight too fast.
By James Porterson6 years ago in Longevity
How To Prepare for Joining the Marines
Deciding to join the military is a huge commitment. Deciding to join the U.S. Marines is an even bigger one, even with all the myths about the Marines that civilians believe. With the most stringent physical requirements of any of the military branches of service, making sure you're up to the test, both physically and mentally, because preparing to join the Marines is very important.
By James Porterson6 years ago in Serve
Best Football Shoulder Pads in 2018
A number of factors have to be considered when choosing the best football shoulder pads for game day and practice. Shoulder pads have to be somewhat lightweight so that a player isn't bogged down running while also being able to absorb hits and disperse force throughout them. Good gear helps make the best shutdown comebacks of all time happen. They should also offer a wide range of motion and flexibility so that players are not restricted when running or tackling. Below are 10 of the best football shoulder pads that offer both safety and comfort while playing.
By James Porterson6 years ago in Unbalanced
Best Baseball & Softball Bags
The best baseball & softball bags come in all sizes and colors, but they share a few things in common. We selected them based on a few categories, such as functionality, durability, and aesthetics. Whether you're shopping for a softball bag for your daughter's practices or need something to transport your college gear, we've listed the best bags for every person.
By James Porterson6 years ago in Unbalanced
Fun & Quiet Toys for Toddlers That Won’t Annoy You
The toddler years are some of the most enjoyable... and also the loudest! Before they're ready to have learning toys for kids, such as science experiments, the toys for two- to four-years-olds are notorious for being flashy, blinky, noisy, and obnoxious. It's enough to drive a parent crazy, but don't worry... we've got you covered! We made a list of fun and quiet toys for toddlers that won't annoy you.
By James Porterson6 years ago in Families