Brain – Gut Connection

The gut-brain connection is a complex and fascinating system that links the digestive system with the central nervous system. The health of your gut has a significant impact on your mental health and well-being. In this article, we'll explore the gut-brain connection, its effects on our health, and how to improve gut health. What is... Continue Reading →

Walking = UNDERRATED

Walking is one of the simplest and most accessible forms of exercise, and has been shown to have numerous benefits for physical and mental health. In fact, recent studies suggest that walking may be more effective than running for fat loss. Walking has been shown to be an effective way to improve cardiovascular health. According... Continue Reading →

Common Myths About Health and Fitness: Debunked

Health and fitness are hot topics in today's society, with everyone striving for the perfect body and optimum health. However, with all the information available, it can be challenging to separate fact from fiction. Here are some common misconceptions about health and fitness, debunked with evidence-based research. Myth: You need to work out for hours... Continue Reading →

Hydration, Electrolytes, and the Importance of Sodium

Water is essential for life, and proper hydration is critical for maintaining optimal health. Water plays a key role in regulating body temperature, transporting nutrients and oxygen throughout the body, and removing waste products. However, simply drinking water is not always enough to maintain hydration, especially during times of increased physical activity, extreme heat, or... Continue Reading →

3 Not-So-Common Tips For Getting & Staying Lean

Increase your NEAT: NEAT stands for non-exercise activity thermogenesis, which is the energy you burn doing non-exercise activities like fidgeting, walking, and standing. Increasing your NEAT can significantly increase the number of calories you burn throughout the day, helping you get leaner. You can increase your NEAT by standing more, taking the stairs instead of... Continue Reading →

Show them. Don’t tell them.

I see it again and again. Parents shouting at their kids about eating candies and junk. Hounding them about being on screens all the time, wondering why they don't go outside and play? Meanwhile the parents are sitting on the couch scrolling tik Tok or some other nonsense social media and eating garbage. Kids don't... Continue Reading →

Nutrition Basics: Protein

Protein is without a doubt one of the most discussed nutrients we get from food daily. There have been many debates and myths surrounding this nutrient, so in this article, our goal will be to tell you more about everything you NEED to know regarding protein. Is Protein the Most Important Nutrient? The word “Protein”... Continue Reading →

Unplug.

When was the last time you unplugged? We spend so much of our lives attached to electronics, cell phones, television, constant streams of information, a never-ending supply of dopamine. The past 20 years have seen some of the worst down trends in health, both mentally and physically, even though we have all of the information... Continue Reading →

Life’s “Cheat Code”

Life has a “Contra” Cheat code… With overweight/obesity numbers in America reaching almost 75%, now more than ever it is time to share the ultimate cheat code for making your life drastically better! There is no greater “cheat code” to life in general than being healthy and fit. The fact of the matter is, life... Continue Reading →

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