Wellness
Why Protein Shakes Cause Bloating: 7 Tips to Stop Digestive Discomfort
Feeling puffy after your post-workout protein shake? You're not alone. Many fitness enthusiasts experience bloating after consuming protein supplements, leaving them wondering if their muscle-building beverage is to blame. Protein shakes have become a staple in modern fitness routines, offering convenience and efficient nutrient delivery. However, they can sometimes cause digestive discomfort like bloating. Understanding why this happens and how...
Back to School Health Guide: How to Keep Kids Healthy, Active, and Energized
The transition from summer break to the school year is a big shift for kids—and for parents, too. After the summer months of late nights and relaxed routines, the shift back to classrooms and a school routine can take a toll on their health. Establishing healthy routines at the start of the school year is so important. Kids’ immune systems...
Does Creatine Cause Hair Loss?
Creatine's popularity has grown over the years due to its performance-enhancing effects in athletics. Since the Barcelona Olympics in the early 1990s, it has erupted in popularity with athletes. Weightlifters gravitated to it for its ability to increase lean muscle mass, performance, and recovery. Athletes from all walks of life, from bodybuilders and college football players and weekend warriors to...
An Easy to Follow 3-Month Lean Body Plan
Have you been waiting for the "perfect time" to kickstart your fitness journey, only to find it never quite arrives? Well, the wait is over! Whether it's the fresh optimism of January or a mid-year push in July, every moment is an opportunity to redefine your health and fitness goals. Three months is long enough to see significant changes, yet...
Does the Sauna Burn Calories?
Saunas are small, heated rooms or spaces designed to induce sweating by exposing the body to high temperatures. They are commonly used for relaxation, improving circulation, and promoting detoxification through sweating. However, one question often sparks curiosity: Can spending time in a sauna actually help you burn calories or lose weight? In this article, we’ll address how saunas affect the...
The Low-Stress New Year’s Resolutions We Need for 2025
2024 was a year unlike any other - so as we begin 2025, our resolutions will need to look different this year. Rather than signing up for gym memberships or joining workplace-wellness challenges, many of us are trying to figure out what “healthy” looks like from home. And after a year that was uniquely stressful, it’s never been a...
4 Steps to Upgrade Your Morning Routine
As a registered dietitian, business owner, and mom, I understand the importance of starting the day off right. With limited time, I need to start each day with a simple, yet powerful morning routine. There are a few things I do each and every day, regardless of my schedule, that I consider my non-negotiables to set myself up for success. ...
Marine vs Bovine Collagen: Which is Right For You?
Collagen supplements are a top beauty commodity right now. Still, if you’ve ever looked into trying collagen supplements there are several different kinds available. You may have also noticed that there are different types of collagen such as bovine collagen and marine collagen. So what’s the difference and which one should you choose? Let’s take a deeper look. What is...
How to Hydrate Adequately After Using the Sauna?
Using a sauna post-workout provides excellent benefits for muscle recovery and, for many, it’s incredibly relaxing. However, to sauna means to sweat, heavily. Therefore an important part of ensuring you get the benefits of your next sweat session is making sure you are hydrating properly. Why Hydration is Crucial After a Sauna Session Sweating is a natural response to aid...
The Best Time to Cold Plunge: Before or After a Workout?
The cold plunge has become one of the hottest (ironic phrasing aside) trends in health and fitness circles. You’ll rarely be able to spend a few minutes scrolling Instagram or TikTok without seeing someone post a video of them jumping into a bath of ice-cold water and claiming how amazing it is. Besides wanting to look cool for the ‘gram,...
How to Speed Up Muscle Strain Recovery
If you are an active individual, you are likely no stranger to the occasional muscle strain that can hinder your workout routine. But what can be done to expedite the recovery process and get back to crushing PRs? Let’s take a deeper look at the most effective strategies for how to speed up muscle strain recovery. Why is muscle recovery...
5 Benefits of Walking After Meals
Key takeaways: Walking after a meal can potentially offer additional health benefits over walking at other times of the day. Walking after eating may aid digestion, improve blood sugar control, and reduce the risk of heart disease. Even short walks after every meal can improve your health. Most people are aware of at least some of the numerous physical and...
