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Goitrogens: Thyroid Blockers or Harmless?
Hormone health is all the rage these days. It’s almost become trendy in some ways! You may have heard about eating to balance your hunger hormones, reproductive hormones, and blood sugar hormones. But what about your thyroid hormones? You might not think much about...
Life “Hacks” of the Longest Lived People
Think living a long and healthy life well into your nineties or even one hundred years old is only for those lucky few who hit the genetic lottery? Think again. Lifestyle factors, i.e. the things you do everyday over the long-term – can add up to increase the number...
How Exercise Impacts Your Energy Levels
When you’re completely exhausted, the last thing you want to do is lace up your shoes for a workout. But if you’re tired of being tired all the time, you may want to rethink the idea of regularly exercising. Exercise is one of the most powerful tools we have for...
Why Does Every Nutrition Pro Tell Me To “Heal My Leaky Gut” — How Can It Be Leaking?!
My Nutritionist just told me I needed to heal my gut because it was “leaky”. Eww! So, what the heck is a Leaky Gut anyway? We explain it all in our latest blog post, plus give you some easy tips to promote a healthier intestinal environment and boost gut function. BONUS: Gut Soothing Smoothie recipe!
Fitness Fuel: What to Eat Before, During & After Your Workout
Would you ever head out on a long road trip without filling your tank with gas? Of course not! You’ve got to fuel that machine! While the same “empty gas tank” principle applies to workout nutrition, it doesn’t have to be as complicated as it probably seems. We’ve pulled together the basics, and answered the question of “WHAT SHOULD YOU EAT before, during & after my workout?”
Regular or Diet Soft Drink – is one really healthier than the other?
You don’t have to be a health nut to know that soft drink isn’t good for you. But is it really all that bad? Is it ok to just have it once in a while? And if you’re going to have it, is it better to have the regular ol’ sugar-filled version or the zero calorie “diet”...