Published in ILLUMINATION·Apr 6The Weight of ExerciseWhat I got wrong and what I learned Those who know my work here on Medium are aware that I write a lot about nutrition, metabolism and weight loss. I also frequently comment on stories on those topics posted here by other writers. In those comments, I often point to…Weight Loss6 min read
Published in ILLUMINATION·Feb 26Fat FictionYou can’t outrun your fork — I just watched an incredibly informative movie that’s available for free on YouTube. It’s called “Fat Fiction” and can be found here: It is truly mind-blowing. If you watch it, be prepared to be outraged and encouraged at the same time. Even if you don’t struggle with your weight…Food1 min read
Published in ILLUMINATION·Feb 24The Keto DeficitLet your body start it The Keto Diet seems much misunderstood. For one thing, many don’t seem to know that the term “keto” has become a generic reference to a low- or very-low-carb diet. This lack of understanding leads many keto critics to talk about how hard it is to…Keto6 min read
Published in ILLUMINATION·Feb 4Deficit Diet Dos and Don’ts#1 Don’t worry about the laws of physics — Nearly every article I read here about weight loss confidently states something along the lines of “to lose weight, you need to be in a calorie deficit.” While this is correct, the way most authors suggest achieving the deficit they say you need is completely wrong. First, some background. EnergyHealth8 min read
Published in ILLUMINATION·Jan 23Grazie Mille!My reward for reaching 1,000 followers on Medium My wife, Silvia, and I recently went out to dinner to celebrate the honor of achieving just over 1,000 people following me on Medium.com. I realize all these people know about Medium already, but this article will be posted to Facebook, where…Food7 min read
Published in ILLUMINATION·Dec 27, 2021Food, Food, and More FoodAn Italian Christmas — One of my favorite authors on Medium — and not just because we, coincidentally, share a last name — wrote a great article regarding weight loss. In it, she points out that : “According to the British Dietetic Association, the average person will consume 6,000 kcals on Christmas day.” The…Italy5 min read
Published in ILLUMINATION·Oct 6, 2021The Real Truth About CarbohydrateYou can handle it! — I recently read and commented on a story that claimed to reveal “the truth about carbs.” I can’t reference the actual article because the author muted me and likely deleted my comment. In the article, the author states that dietary carbohydrate is “needed for overall sustenance.” This is a common…Diet4 min read
Published in ILLUMINATION·Jul 31, 2021The Hidden Danger Behind SnackingAnd the signs you are heading for disaster At some level, we all know that snacking isn’t good for us. But most people don’t realize just how bad it can be. I’m not talking about an occasional treat. And I’m not talking about something you eat in the afternoon because…Health7 min read
Published in ILLUMINATION·Jul 10, 2021My Grandfather was in the MafiaHe had a special set of skills… My grandfather, Frank “Red” Anthony, was born in 1905, in Erie, Pennsylvania. This is also where he died in 1979. I was 20 years old. He died in September. …Crime7 min read
Published in ILLUMINATION·Jun 12, 2021Bolzano Update: Benno’s Story12 June 2021 The details of the case, as they were unfolding, can be found here: The Yellow of Bolzano Missing or Murder?medium.com The first update tells of how after the body of Benno’s mother is found, he confesses to killing both of his parents: The Yellow of Bolzano — Shocking Update The crimes resolvedmedium.com Now, we have Benno’s version of what happened: As mentioned in the…True Crime5 min read