Daily Perricone

What is the single most important anti-aging step you can take to make sure that you age beautifully, by protecting lean muscle mass and eliminating unwanted body fat? Learn how to prevent an insulin response! To prevent an insulin response, we need to understand: The Inflammation-Insulin Connection. Insulin is a critical hormone—however, too much of [...]

The 28 Day Diet is not a fat-free diet. Fat-free diets are a one-way ticket to trouble! Fats and oils provide essential anti inflammatory and antioxidant protection. Though it’s true that certain fats, like those found in red meat, are not ideal, it is easy to learn which fats to eat every day and which [...]

Chili peppers deserve a place of spicy distinction when it comes to keeping weight in check. These colorful superfoods contain phytonutrient compounds called capsaicinoids. One of these—capsaicin—is the most abundant and beneficial capsaicinoid in chilies. There are four ways that capsaicin aids weight control: Suppresses appetite. Raises our metabolic rate temporarily, which stimulates your body [...]

Although I often use the term “anti-aging,” my goal is not to erase the positive attributes that accrue with age or to suggest that aging is in itself a bad thing.  It is simply to keep the negative signs of aging at bay while helping you to be healthy, active and looking great regardless of [...]

The holidays are notorious for overindulgence in both food and drink.  To help you stay slim through the New Year, follow these 5 tips to help you cut down on saturated fat and calories: Enjoy a cup of hot soup before meals. This will greatly decrease hunger and ensure that you eat less during cocktail [...]

I’m a huge fan of adding spices to all dishes, not only for the boost in flavor and added complexity, but for the numerous health benefits, like reducing inflammation and managing blood sugar levels. However, spices can lose their nutritional value if not stored properly. Here are some tips to ensure that your spices are [...]

While it’s tempting to overindulge in alcohol during the holidays, too many cocktails can become apparent on your skin.  Alcohol causes small blood vessels in the skin to widen, allowing more blood to flow close to the skin’s surface which produces a flushed skin color and a feeling of warmth.  While this may give you [...]

Today, Perriconista Kimberly shares her tips for incorporating short bursts of exercise. As a busy working wife and mother, I often try to get creative with how I incorporate exercise into my hectic holiday schedule- especially if I’ve been straying from the anti-inflammatory diet! Here are some of my favorite, unconventional tips: Jump rope-I jump [...]

Today, guest blogger Perriconista Kimberly works shares her tips for staying fit during the holidays. Stay tuned for tomorrow’s entry on clever at-home exercises to keep your metabolism revved. I recently  was shocked to read a report that said Americans gain an average 6-15 lbs. of between Halloween and New Year’s Day. I’d like to [...]

It’s easy to slip into bad habits during the holiday season.  There seem to be holiday treats everywhere, and with all of the events occurring this time of year, it’s easy to skip the gym.  It’s important to address any bad health habits that may be arising, especially with all the holiday temptation.   If [...]