3 Minute Read Are you feeling run-down and tired? Has your energy level significantly dropped recently? Do you have trouble sleeping? Many factors can contribute to feeling foggy-brained and sleepy or your struggles with insomnia. Your fatigue and lethargy may be coupled with headaches and a weakened immune system, which may indicate that you have […]
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Any time the subject of protein comes up in a conversation with someone who follows a vegan or plant-based diet, they roll their eyes. “How do you get your protein?” is the question most commonly asked of any vegan.While protein is an essential nutrient that everyone needs, the misconception that protein is the most important […]
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Collagen is an essential protein found in our bodies. Unfortunately, collagen is especially susceptible to loss and breakdown. The body produces less collagen every year beginning around the age of 20, and factors such as sun exposure, smoking, and environmental pollutants only cause it to decrease more rapidly. And as collagen production declines, so does […]
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MTHFR is a genetic mutation that impairs the methylation cycle and is passed down to a child from one or both parents. Almost 50 percent of those who are tested for MTHFR have the gene, but many more suffer silently because the initial side effects are not always alarming. Sometimes the mutation goes undiagnosed because […]
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Life is busier than ever, and many of us eat our meals “on the go.” While it’s not a healthy habit, in a crunch, the drive through can be our best friend. Sometimes, dinner is hastily made and eaten so we can move on to our next important activity. However, when we eat like this, […]
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There are nearly as many ways to lose weight as there are people trying to shed pounds. However, not all weight-loss programs are created equal, and they all have varying degrees of success. You may be discouraged when the diet a friend used to achieve significant results yields little for yourself. Maybe it’s time to […]
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With America’s latest health and fitness obsession, protein powders have hit the shelves in full supply touting some amazing benefits. However, many people have no clue how to navigate through the world of unpronounceable ingredients to determine which are beneficial. Not all protein powders are created equally; different protein types have different applications and may […]
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