Most of us are familiar with the physical benefits of exercise; more muscle, less fat, clearer skin, etc. We also know that exercise is beneficial in preventing numerous health conditions and increasing our life span. Whether you love it or hate it, you know that exercise does you some good. What you might not know is that exercise does more…
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CLA has been touted as the “weight-loss miracle supplement” for claims that it helps to reduce body fat, even without changing lifestyle habits. Research so far does look promising, and there are even reports that CLA may help to reduce and fight cancer. CLA, or conjugated linoleic acid, is a type of omega-6 fatty acid found in meat and dairy…
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You may have heard the saying that working out is a science. How our bodies respond to what we do to it has been extensively studied, especially when it comes to exercise and nutrition. Through much trial and error, experts have been racking up the best ways to train our bodies for sports, fat-loss, and muscle growth. If you are…
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Reaching your fitness goals requires dedication, consistency, and a full-proof workout plan. If you want to see results from your workouts, then you’ve got to be consistent. Skipping the gym becomes all too easy and tempting when you’ve had a long, tiring day at work. Choosing to camp out on the couch instead of lacing up your running shoes might…
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Collagen is a necessary protein for building bone, skin, ligaments, and muscle. It also contributes to healthier hair, nails, and improves the elasticity of our skin. We naturally produce collagen on our own, but as we age how much we are able to produce decreases. This can lead to symptoms typically associated with aging, like sagging skin and brittle bones.…
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Olives are the small fruit that grow on olive trees. They are popular in Mediterranean cuisine, both whole and when extracted for their oil to create olive oil. Olives are high in vitamin E and many other antioxidants that have been shown to help prevent cancer and reduce the risk of heart disease. Olive leaf extract is the oil that…
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What do skin, hair, nails, bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments all have in common? They all require collagen, a protein found naturally in nearly every part of the body. Our body produces collagen to help build our skin, hair, nails, bones, etc. We can get some forms of collagen through our diet in foods like egg whites, fish, chicken, and…
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The idea of eating low amounts of carbohydrates to lose weight is not something new. It was the idea behind the famous South Beach diet which touted a low carb, high protein diet as the best nutrient ratio for weight loss. The ketogenic diet, commonly referred to as the keto diet, touts similar principles with the exception of fat being…
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Collagen powder supplements have risen to popularity for claims they promote shinier hair, stronger nails, and clearer skin. This is because collagen is the main protein in our bodies responsible for building strong bones, skin elasticity, and healthy joints. It’s made naturally by our bodies and is found in our bones, muscles, blood, and is the main component in our…
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The ketogenic diet, or keto diet, has been made popular for claims that it dramatically increases weight loss and promotes health. The keto diet is based on the premise that when you stop feeding your body carbohydrates, your body will start to burn fat for fuel instead. This process is known as ketosis. Ketosis is achieved through keeping carbohydrate intake…
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