Healthy Living Newsletter #14: Why You Can’t Trust Food Labels
In this issue, I talk about why designations like “Certified Organic” and “Free Range” are practically meaningless when you’re looking for healthy food.
Michael Kummer
How Xenoestrogens Make You Infertile and Sick
Xenoestrogens are chemicals found in plastic (and other everyday products) that leach into our water and food and make us sick. Here’s how to avoid them.
Tech Newsletter #5: Do Your Homekit Devices Randomly Stop Working?
I have around 50 HomeKit-enabled smart devices on my network, and sometimes they stop working for no apparent reason. So I’ve been hunting for solutions.
WHOOP Strap 3.0 Fitness Tracker
WHOOP is my favorite fitness, recovery and sleep tracker because it helps me unlock the secrets my body is trying to tell me. I’ve reviewed WHOOP on this blog and YouTube, and now I’m giving away one of these amazing fitness trackers (plus six free months of WHOOP membership). To enter the giveaway, simply submit … Read more
Kyvol Air Fryer Review
Air frying is considered a healthier alternative to deep frying. In this review, I’ll debunk some myths and tell you when air frying is truly a better option. I’ll also share my impression of the Kyvol AF60 air fryer, which we’ve been using for the past few months.
ChiliPAD Cooling Mattress Pad Review
Incorporating a bed cooling solution into our sleep routine has been an absolute game-changer for both my wife and I, leading to measurable improvements in our sleep quality. In this review, I’ll tell you why you should consider getting the chiliPAD bed cooling system (and why we love it).
Healthy Living Newsletter #13
2021 is off to a fast start, and it’s bringing a many exciting changes to the Kummer household — including more bees, more meat, and (best of all) chickens!
Bubs Naturals Collagen Powder + MCT Oil
I’m giving away a pouch of pasture-raised bovine collagen protein and MCT oil powder from Bubs Naturals to one lucky winner. To enter the giveaway, simply submit your name and email address using the form above. In order to participate, you have to have a U.S. shipping address. I won’t share the contact information of … Read more
Should You Supplement with Bovine Colostrum?
Bovine colostrum is packed with micronutrients, antibodies and growth factors that have antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties to help your body fight off infections. In this article, I’ll tell you everything you need to know about this intriguing supplement that most people have never even heard of.
Tech Newsletter #4: How I Prevent Data Loss + A Robot Vacuum
In this issue, I outline my data loss prevention strategy, including my data backup process and the devices I use for emergency power generation.
Biosense Breath Ketone Meter Review
Biosense uses deep lung sampling to accurately and non-invasively measure your breath ketone levels. In this review, I’ll tell you why I prefer Biosense over any of the other ketone testing methods I’ve tried, including urine and finger-prick tests.
Tech Newsletter #3
In this issue, we’ll talk about the iPhone 12 Pro Max’s camera performance, the new M1 Apple silicone and why I decided to buy the AirPods Max.
Best Blue Light Blocking Glasses
Artificial sources of light emit wavelengths that don’t occur in nature after sunset. That blue and green light disrupts our circadian rhythm and the release of melatonin, leading to poor sleep. Blue light blocking glasses can help protect your melatonin release and significantly improve your sleep.
How to Back Up Your Mac or PC
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Permanently losing data isn’t a question or “if” but “when.” That’s why it’s important to be prepared and to have a good backup strategy in place. In this article, I’ll show you simple methods you can use to keep your most valuable data safe.
Healthy Living Newsletter #12
Over the past several months, I’ve grown increasingly upset about how both our elected officials and the media have been trying to scare the shit out of us by spinning scientific evidence and filtering raw data related to the latest of seven coronaviruses that can infect people.
How to Live a Healthy Lifestyle
While many people know how to live healthily, the world we live in doesn’t make it easy to actually do so. In fact, our food and the healthcare systems appear to be stacked against us, making it difficult to live a healthy life. In this article, I’ll share my top five tips that can help you improve your well-being — and you can implement many of them today.
iPhone 12 Pro Max vs. iPhone 11 Pro
In this article, I’ll explain why I decided to upgrade from the iPhone 11 Pro to the larger iPhone 12 Pro Max, instead of going with the smaller iPhone 12 Pro. If you’re considering upgrading, read this first before making a decision.
Oura Ring Hands-On Review and Comparison
I’ve had the Oura Ring for several weeks to see how it compares to WHOOP in terms of accuracy and in delivering actionable information that I can use to improve my health. Here is everything I’ve learned over the past 30 days.
Healthy Living Newsletter #11
In this issue, I’ll talk about my experience while traveling during COVID-19, how stress impacts my sex drive, and the new stuff I’m currently working on.
Review of The Best Bed Cooling Systems
In this hands-on review of the best bed cooling systems, I compare the Pod Pro and Pod Cover from Eight Sleep, OOLER and chiliPad and traditional bed fans.
Tech Newsletter #2
In this issue, I’ll talk about the iPhone 12 Pro Max, the new Apple M1 chip and why I’m considering selling my iMac Pro.
Healthy Living Newsletter #10
In this issue, I’ll discuss our power outage and what we learned from it, the need for clean drinking water and more.
HLTH Code Meal Replacement Review
HLTH Code is a complete and keto-friendly meal replacement powder that offers a unique 1:1 ratio of protein and healthy fats to help you gain lean muscle mass.
Ember Temperature-Control Mug Review
My wife and I have used temperature control mugs from Ember for the past 1.5 years and absolutely love them. I’ve had some issues with the first-generation Ember Mug but I would buy one all over again.
Carbon Air Pillow by Eight Sleep Review
The Carbon Air Pillow by Eight Sleep is an advanced cooling pillow that uses perforated, carbon-infused memory foam to prevent the surface of the pillow from heating up, thus improving the quality of your sleep.
Synology DS1520+ DiskStation Review
I recently decided to replace my aging data backup solution (LaCie raid) with a Synology DS1520+ NAS. In this review, I’ll tell you why I made the jump from DAS to NAS and how I went about it.
Tech Newsletter #1
The first dedicated tech newsletter covers Apple’s recent product announcements, upcoming product reviews and more.
PowerDot Smart Muscle Stimulator Review
PowerDot 2.0 is an electric muscle stimulator (EMS) that has been scientifically proven to reduce pain, speed up recovery times and improve strength and conditioning. In this review, I’ll tell you how my wife and I use PowerDot as part of our CrossFit routine.
How to Slow Down and Reverse Aging
The pursuit of longevity and the quest for immortality are not new phenomenons. Humans have looked for ways to extend their lifespan since the dawn of time.
Pod Pro by Eight Sleep Review
The Pod Pro by Eight Sleep is a smart sleep solution that includes a temperature-controlled mattress cover that can measurably improve the quality or your sleep. I’ve slept on the Pod Pro for several weeks and in this review, I’ll share with you my findings.