The 4 Best Vegan Meal Replacement Shakes (2024 Update)
Most of the vegan meal replacement drinks on the market contain unhealthy ingredients and junk like artificial sweeteners. Here are four healthy options for when you need calories in a pinch.
Michael Kummer
Is An Animal Based Diet Healthy? My Family’s Journey From Keto to Carnivore and Beyond
Following an animal-based diet gives your body all the macronutrients and micronutrients it needs to thrive, and can be surprisingly flexible and easy to implement.
Sunlighten mPulse Smart Infrared Sauna Review
The Sunlighten mPulse is a full-spectrum infrared sauna that delivers the combined health benefits of near, mid and far infrared radiation. We’ve been using the mPulse since winter of 2022 and in this review, I’ll tell you how this sauna has improved the quality of our lives.
How to Choose a Red Light Therapy Device
Key factors include the type of red light emitted, the intensity of the red light emitted, dosing and ease of use. Here’s everything you need to know to pick the right device for your specific situation.
The Plunge Review
The Plunge is a reasonably priced cold water immersion tub that requires very little ongoing maintenance thanks to its advanced water filtration and sanitation system. I’ve been using the Cold Plunge for more than two years as part of my daily routine to boost my immune system, become more resilient and improve my tolerance to … Read more
Carnivore Diet And Fiber: What You Need to Know
Animal-based diets like carnivore don’t include much (if any) fiber. Here’s why that not a problem when it comes to gut health, weight loss, blood pressure and more.
The 8 Best Infrared Saunas: Hottest, Most Affordable, Best Upgrade and More
The best infrared saunas have heaters with 90% and higher emissivity, and choosing one with visible red light can deliver additional health benefits. Here’s a list of our top picks based on testing and first-hand experience.
What Is a Good Heart Rate Variability (HRV)?
Normal HRV varies depending on factors like age, sex and overall fitness. Here are the normal ranges, plus tips for diagnosing why your HRV might be lower than expected.
The 7 Best Cold Plunge Tubs: Cheapest, Coldest and Best Overall
I own four cold plunge tubs and have tested even more. These are my top picks for a range of use cases, based on my first-hand experience, their cooling performance, and other key factors.
B.Rad Grass-Fed Whey Protein + Creatine Superfuel Review
I get most of my protein from muscle and organ meat, but I appreciate having the option of adding more into my diet via powder. B.Rad’s whey protein is one of the cleanest options on the market, thanks to its high-quality ingredients and gentle processing method.
How to Choose an Infrared Sauna (Buying Guide)
Here’s everything you need to know about buying an infrared sauna, including pricing, key features, size considerations and more.
WHOOP vs Apple Watch for Fitness and Sleep Tracking
I’ve been wearing an Apple Watch since Day 1 and a WHOOP strap since early 2019. I still wear both devices. In this article, I explain why that is and what the differences are between the two devices as far as fitness and sleep tracking are concerned.
How Red Light Therapy Improves Athletic Performance
A surprisingly large amount of evidence shows that red light therapy can boost athletic performance, both directly and indirectly. Here’s the science behind how and why it works, along with the most notable benefits.
Equip Prime Protein Review
Prime Protein is a beef protein isolate that I use to help fill dietary gaps. It’s one of the best beef protein powders on the market, but it may not be the right choice if your goal is building muscle.
The 8 Best Keto Meal Replacement Shakes (2024 Update)
These keto meal replacement shakes are high in fat, low in carbs, and free of junk ingredients like artificial sweeteners. (I’ve also included a few high-protein options for those specifically looking to build muscle.)
How to Avoid Sunburn Without Sunscreen
Humans and our early ancestors have evolved with daily sun exposure and without skin cancer, thanks to ancient mechanisms that protect our skin from harsh UV radiation. In this article, I’ll share with you how you can tap into those protective mechanisms so you can avoid using toxic sunscreen.
Why Adding Visible Red Light Improves Infrared Saunas
Red light therapy and infrared light therapy have distinct mechanisms of action and benefits, so combining them can result in a synergistic effect that maximizes their potential advantages. Here are some specific benefits that red light adds when combined with infrared light in a sauna.
The Health Benefits of Barefoot Shoes
Barefoot shoes can improve your foot health (preventing problems like bunions and hammer toe), as well as your hip and spine alignment. Here’s a rundown of their key benefits, according to research.
Peluva Barefoot Shoes Review
Conventional shoes are terrible for your health, but most barefoot shoes are ugly. Peluva set out to change that, and I had a chance to try them from a range of activities, from CrossFit workouts to running errands (and even date night with my wife).
Young Goose Skincare Review
I used two Young Goose products — their C.A.R.E. Moisturizer and Hyperbaric Mask — for eight weeks. Here are my test results, with before and after pictures to show the improvement.
TheraFrost Ice Bath Review
TheraFrost is one of the best cold plunges on the market because it strikes a nearly perfect balance between form and function. TheraFrost can cool the water down to a bone-chilling 37° F and keeps it clean and sanitary using an ozone-based filtration system. And while the portable tub is big enough to accommodate even … Read more
Therasage Thera360 PLUS Review
If you want to make sauna bathing a regular part of your wellness routine but don’t have the space or budget for a full-size sauna cabin, the Therasage Thera360 PLUS is an excellent choice. It offers all of the health benefits of much larger (and more expensive) saunas, costs a fraction of the price, and … Read more
The 5 Best Red Light Therapy Devices
These are the best at-home red light therapy devices based on factors such as their light dosage, form factor, ease of use and portability (as well as my hands-on experience testing them).
Does Apollo Neuro Work?
Here’s what the scientific research says about whether Apollo Neuro actually works, as well as a summary of how that research aligns with my own experience using the vibration-based wearable device.
Eight Sleep Bed Cooling System Review
The Eight Sleep Pod 3 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 for 2+ years and in this review, I’ll share with you my findings.
Lumen Review: Valuable Insights With a High Price Tag
Lumen is a device that promises to improve your metabolic flexibility. I tested the metabolism tracker to find out if it really works, and to see how it’s different from blood glucose and ketone monitors.
Steam Saunas vs Infrared Saunas
Steam and infrared saunas offer similar (but not identical) health benefits. Here are the key differences to be aware of, based on the latest science and my first-hand experience as an owner of both sauna types.
Radiant Life Whole House Water Filtration System Review
We’ve had the Radiant Life Whole House Filtration system since February of 2021 and love it. The system removes most contaminants from our water supply while requiring virtually zero maintenance.
How I’ve Increased my HRV by 50%
Here are 14 easy-to-apply hacks I’ve used over the past few years to increase my HRV by 50%.
Mito Red Light Therapy Review (Hands-On With the MitoPRO 1500)
Mito Red Light makes affordable red light therapy devices that emit a combination of red and near-infrared light using the most bioactive wavelengths to help improve sleep, skin health, muscle recovery and fat loss.