Fire to Your Flame

"You can't just know the what, you need to know the why - that's your motivation. If you don't know why, you will give up when it gets tough. " -Rick Warren

This quote by evangelical Christian preacher (and author of The Purpose Driven Life) Rick Warren inspired me to explain the flow and overall purpose of the Gain Great Health Blog.  Some of you may be saying to yourself --- Get to the point...Where are the recommendations?  Where is the magic answer for great health?...What should I eat?  How much should I exercise?  How much should I sleep? What supplements should I be taking?...  

Taking Back Control...from What?

So it’s time to take back control of our lives, but from what exactly?  From a system that talks dollars and cents over the health and well-being of the people.  And sadly, a system in which most people place too much faith. And by the people, I mean you and me!