Author: Dr. Steroids

Sea vegetables aren’t exactly one of the most-consumed foods in America, but perhaps they should be. After all, they pack a powerful nutritional punch, as well as adding a salty flavor to anything you care to put them in. With the number of seaweed products on the market, it’s not always easy to know what’s best for any given application, so I’ve got some ideas for you! Why Eat Sea Veggies? Sea vegetables, also known as seaweed, grow in both saltwater and fresh water seas and lakes. They usually grow close to the surface of the water, near reefs and…

Weightlifting, to me, is one of the most incredible things you can possibly witness. Anybody who lifts bars that are—in many cases—many times their body weight, is just impressive. The mental and physical strength required of a weightlifter is immense, and I think we can all appreciate the sheer beauty of the sport. There’s something magical about watching someone perform “improbable” feats of strength. If you’re a fan of the “World’s Strongest Man” competition, then you should come on down and enjoy weightlifting as well. These guys do the same thing—without planes strapped to their backs. How do these people…

Rajon Rondo led the Boston Celtics to a 2-2 tie in their 2nd Round series with LeBron’s Cavs. If the Cavs are so great, then why are they having a problem with a team filled with geezers? Every time I turn around, I hear about how the Cavs are the best team in the league — but now they are playing with fire against Boston. I think LeBron is looking for an out. He needs a reason to leave Cleveland so he doesn’t have to be the bad guy. Remember, his mother bought him a Hummer with a loan based…

It seems like you have to choose when you have allergies. Do you want to feel foggy from the allergy, or groggy from the meds? Would you prefer dry, itchy eyes from pollen or cotton mouth from your decongestant? Allergy season is upon us, and this year it has been brutal. In my corner of the world, cars and homes are yellow with pollen, and the air quality has never been lower because of it. However, there are many natural remedies to help assuage the symptoms. Local Honey It’s a bit late this season to begin taking local honey as…

Are you looking for the best rumors from the Gridiron this off-season? If so, then look no further. This rumor mill is over filled and ready to spill. What options are available for QB JaMarcus Russell? What is he more likely to be holding next season, a clipboard or a remote control? What is the buzz surrounding Carolina Panthers organization? Do the fans have “Moore” or less to worry about after rookie mini-camp? What is the deal with the Cincinnati Bengals always signing jail birds? Who is the latest inmate making the helmet look less like a tiger and more…

Quite a while ago, I promised you an article on why you should rotate your greens. If you’ve been drinking green smoothies, it’s probably about time to start switching things up from your daily spinach habit and incorporating new veggies. It is common knowledge that you should eat greens like they’re the only food on the planet, as I’m sure your mom taught you, but do you know why? Greens, like spinach, kale and chard contain loads of vitamins and micronutrients, and are just about carb-free. There are also tons of other green veggies that are amazing for health, such…

The NBA is filled with the kind of intrigue that is befitting a James Bond novel. The league also has a way of creating villains and heroes — without consulting the players, of course. There are some rumors floating around the NBA that are funny. Some are salacious, and some are downright diabolical, in nature. Every time the league opens a door for one player it closes a window for another. Then that player’s team starts to resemble street-urchins-in-hoodies. Paint one coach as a “bad seed,” and the whole team takes a PR hit. When did the NBA become a…

If you’re heavy lifting a few days a week, you hurt—a lot. I know, because I hurt—a lot. It’s just part of the game, and that’s what makes people dedicated to the stacks different than the average population. Sometimes, though, the pain and tension get to be too much. It interrupts good sleep, interferes with productivity and makes you want to skip workouts. When you reach that point, some professional help may be in order. Not mental help, but physical help, in the form of a licensed massage therapist. This guy (or girl) will become your body’s best friend once…

Major League Baseball gave us some great action as we moved into the second month of the season. The most noteworthy moment of the week was Oakland Athletics‘ Dallas Braden throwing a perfect game against the best team in baseball, the Tampa Bay Rays. I’ll get into “My Mound” Braden in detail on the Wednesday pod-cast. Two of the games best hitters, Manny Ramirez and Joe Mauer, made their return to the diamond from injury this week. Baseball in California is still backwards and progressively getting worse for two of the supposed power houses. Which one of those Cali teams…

Flour is a villain to many. It’s got a reputation for making us fat and lazy, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Whole grains, especially those that you mill yourself, are packed with nutrition. Today we’ll focus on wheat and the nutritional aspects of grinding your own grain. In the future, I’ll talk about the nutrition gleaned from various grains and how to combine them effectively in a well-rounded diet, as well as review a few grain mills I’ve used. Why Mill Your Own Grain Wheat, for those that don’t have Celiac disease, is a nearly perfect food.…