Energy types and their fuel sources are important things that affect you every day. Both acute and sustained energy are essential, and how you prepare your body will determine your success in using either type. Acute, or “quick,” energy: This is the energy that you use when you are exerting yourself to a peak level.…
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Did you know that green tea and white tea come from the same plant? Growing on a native shrub of East Asia, these potent leaves are prepared in two different ways to create two different but equally delicious teas. These two teas are blended with rooibos tea to make the delightful Energizing Tea. Let me…
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Conscious consumption is an important ideal that means consuming goods with more awareness of how your consumption impacts people and the world. This can come in many forms, like shopping sustainably, choosing to support specific companies with green or sustainable business practices, daily lifestyle habits, and many more. The journey to be a conscious consumer…
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If you’ve been feeling socially awkward lately, don’t worry, you’re not alone. With over a year of social distancing, most of us haven’t been able to exercise our social muscles. This also means that adjusting back to “normal” can come with a lot of anxiety. So, here are a few tips that can help you…
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As it gets warmer outside, who doesn’t love a homemade drink with fresh ingredients? Enjoy these delicious mocktails while powering your immune system* with Triple Defense Boost. Only 1 g of sugar and no added artificial flavors, sweeteners, and preservatives. Mix Triple Defense Boost with just 8 ounces of cold or hot water, or spice…
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It was early September and at 7 am the sky was a dark midnight red. I kept checking the clocks as if they were wrong. Just the day before I had to wear sunglasses to walk my dog at this time. Even my 8-month-old seemed to sense that something was amiss, regularly interrupting his crawling…
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Whenever this holiday comes around, we celebrate the hardworking, dependable, and beloved moms in our lives. But Mother’s Day can also be a tough time for many people. Their mom may have passed away recently, or they may have a rough relationship with their mom. Some may be struggling to become moms, so a holiday…
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Do you know the word for all of the chemical reactions that take place in your body? It is metabolism. You may be asking, “Wait, isn’t metabolism what keeps those extra pounds off?” Well, yes and no. Essentially, our metabolism encompasses all of the chemical reactions in the body, and the energy that’s exchanged in…
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Stressed out, need a break, or waiting for the weekend? I hear you—you’re not alone. Stress gets to us all, so it is important that you consciously schedule in your self-care and relaxation. You can’t run on empty. One of my favorite ways to do self-care is to add a bit of indulgence into my…
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Sleep impacts our bodies in so many ways. Poor quality sleep sticks with you all day, changes your energy levels, affects your food cravings, and is linked to many chronic conditions. (1) Since sleep is so important, let’s talk about what impacts your quality of sleep. When it comes to sleep, research is showing us…
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