You know what I don’t find relaxing? Relaxing. I have generalized anxiety disorder, which is defined as excessive worry or anxiety without any identifiable cause. And it means that most of the time, I am far from relaxed. When we picture someone relaxing, we generally assume it’s something nonactive, like lying on a beach or…
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I grew up in Los Angeles, so seasons were something I only heard about in movies or saw when we went on vacation; it is 72 degrees and sunny on most days. Sure, we had a few cold days in late winter, but fall is especially hot. It is the time of the warm Santa…
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We all forget things sometimes. But if you notice that you’re becoming more forgetful or having trouble staying focused, don’t worry—it’s completely normal. Neural connections in our brains start declining as early as age 20. While this decline is gradual, by age 45, it can occur more rapidly. But a few healthy habits can help…
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Blood sugar is the sugar or glucose that travels throughout every part of your body 24/7, and it provides energy to every cell. The count or level of your blood sugar changes every second to adjust for your cells’ needs, your meals, your activity, stress, and sleep. Healthy vs Unhealthy Blood Sugar Levels A healthy…
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Collagen can be added to many things, like smoothies, coffee, dips, yogurt breakfast bowls, overnight oats, and so much more! (Keep reading to learn my favorite collagen recipes.) But why add it? Collagen is the most abundant protein in your body since it’s the key building block of tissues found throughout your whole body. These…
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If you’re thinking about adding collagen to your nutrition routine, you’re off to a great start. A collagen supplement can have tons of benefits for your hair, skin, nails, and joints. But if you’re new to collagen, you may be wondering how you can get the most out of it. So, we’re here to help.…
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If you’re thinking about adding collagen to your nutrition routine, you’re off to a great start. A collagen supplement can have tons of benefits for your hair, skin, nails, and joints. But if you’re new to collagen, you may be wondering how you can get the most out of it. So, we’re here to help.…
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Good digestive health is critical to a healthy weight, supports a strong immunity, allows for optimum nutrient absorption, and impacts our body’s homeostasis in many other ways. (1) The gut is often referred to as “the second brain” of the body. Though it is quite impressive, the digestive tract or gastrointestinal (GI) tract wouldn’t be…
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We may have joints throughout our body, but we often don’t realize just how important our joints are until they start to bother us. Joints are the connections between our bones that provide support and help us move. We work our joints every day, which is why it’s important to take care of them and…
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by Sarah Ezrin I remember traveling to Hawaii as a little girl in the very early 90s. It was a phase in my life when I wanted to be a marine biologist, so I was blown away that I could walk directly into the water from the beach to go snorkeling. The colors of the…
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