Wellness
6 Foods that Weaken the Immune System
As we travel deeper into cold and flu season in the middle of an already ongoing pandemic, it’s more important than ever to keep our immune systems as strong as possible. If you plan on making any lifestyle changes to boost your immune system, it’s worth your time to also avoid things that will work against you. Specifically, foods that...
Health vs. Appearance: And How to Optimize for Both
Good nutrition and wellness habits keep us healthy on the inside. Our appearance is also impacted by our health and wellness lifestyles. When we’re looking to change our appearance – whether it be to gain muscle or reduce body fat for example – there’s a chance we turn to solutions that promise a “quick fix”. The problem is that...
How to Identify and Prevent Leaky Gut
“Leaky gut” is becoming a more widely known condition, especially among the holistic and naturopathic health community. Leaky gut is a term for increased intestinal permeability, posing several health concerns and digestive upset. Although all Western medical professionals may not be fully on board with “leaky gut” being a real thing, more and more clinicians are coming around to acknowledging...
How Fiber Affects Gut Health, Weight Loss, and a Lot More
A high fiber diet probably isn’t something you’d expect to see go viral in the wellness space. It just isn’t as sexy as other nutrients when it comes to performance, weight loss, and physique. However, fiber is one of the most impactful nutrients for all of these things. Your fiber intake affects several aspects of your health that ultimately change...
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Why You Need This High Fiber Breakfast Smoothie
Maybe you track your macros, but have you ever tracked fiber? Even though it’s an essential nutrient with tons of health benefits, most of us aren’t getting enough. Breakfast is a great time to jump-start your fiber intake for the day. One of the easiest ways to do this is with a high-fiber breakfast smoothie. You can customize your smoothie...
Top 5 Benefits of Sauna Use After a Workout
While many of us may choose to use a sauna after a workout, the benefits of it after exercise go beyond relaxation. In fact, evidence suggests that using a sauna after a workout can improve heart health, muscle recovery, endurance, and may even boost the immune system and weight loss efforts. The following article explains the main benefits of...
Dangers of Processed Sugar
Everybody enjoys a sweet treat now and again, but are you really aware of how much sugar you're consuming on a regular basis? Here's why added sugar is bad for your overall health.
How Whey Protein Can Help Reduce Heart Disease
Whey protein is typically associated with muscle building, but it has many other health benefits too, including reducing the risk of heart disease. Here's how whey protein can help.
Taking Protein After Surgery
Surgery is a challenging ordeal - and the recovery period afterwards is a vital time to prioritize your health. So how can protein powders assist with recovery and what studies support this?
Top 10 Breakfast Protein Sources
Breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day, but the protein content of your breakfast is just as vital. Here are a few of the best protein sources to add to your breakfast.
GMOs in Protein Powders
Nowadays, certain foods are packed full of artificial additives, and a prime example of this is the use of GMOs. So how does this affect protein powder, and is this even an issue?
Benefits of Inulin for Digestion, Blood Sugar, and More
Inulin is a naturally-occurring soluble fiber and it provides many health benefits, including aiding the digestive system and stable blood sugar. Find out more about why inulin is good for you.
