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The Warm Chair: A Quiet Lesson in Metabolism

Nigeria, March 15 -- Most people have experienced this simple moment. When someone stands up from a couch or chair, and you sit down immediately afterward, the seat feels warm. But have you ever wonde... Read More


Metabolism Does Not Tolerate Stagnationmetabolism

Nigeria, March 2 -- We have been taught to think about body weight like an arithmetic problem. The "calories in, calories out" mantra is a mental concept that portrays the body as a container. Add her... Read More


Calories Describe Stored Energy and Not Energy in Motion

Nigeria, Feb. 15 -- A calorie is a unit of energy, specifically a measure of how much stored energy exists in food. However, stored or potential energy is not the same as energy actively flowing throu... Read More


Walking is the Main Lever for Metabolic Health

Nigeria, Feb. 2 -- My recent article, "Obesity Is Stalled Flow and Not a Failure of Willpower," generated thoughtful responses from readers asking what "flow" really means and how metabolic health can... Read More


Obesity Is Stalled Flow and Not a Failure of Willpower

Nigeria, Jan. 20 -- Every January, the same story repeats itself. People are advised, or personally resolved, to eat less, move more, and finally "get disciplined." A few weeks later, hunger intensifi... Read More


Kolanut: Nigeria's Metabolic Wazobia Seed

Nigeria, Dec. 31 -- I recently had a very short trip to Nigeria, but unfortunately I couldn't see many family members and friends due to time constraints coupled with travel logistics. I want to make ... Read More