Should You Get a Virtual Personal Trainer? + Top Virtual Fitness Platforms
Hiring a virtual personal trainer is not a new concept. But it did get more popular when gyms closed in 2020. And virtual training is now THE top new fitness trend this year! So, why is it so popular, and what are the benefits of exercising virtually? Learn all about...
Spaghetti Squash Nutrition Facts & Health Benefits
It's a well-known low-calorie substitute for pasta, but did you know that spaghetti squash nutrition offers some incredible health benefits as well? From supporting digestion to immune health to your vision, the nutrients and antioxidants in spaghetti squash make it a...
Morning Routine For Anxiety & Stress: 10 Steps to Start Your Day Right
What if I told you that I have a great morning routine for anxiety? That's right—it's taken me years to perfect it, but I have discovered and regularly practice a specific morning routine that sets me up for a stress-free day. The best part? I've shared it with my...
10 Best Supplements For Stress And Anxiety
"What are the best supplements for stress?" This is a question I was asked recently and felt it deserved an official discussion. Why? Because while surveys and research have shown that Americans have been chronically stressed for quite some time, a new poll found that...
Sweet Potato Curry
A prized recipe in my family, this made-from-scratch Sweet Potato Curry is one I make on repeat a few times per month. The flavor profile of this curry will leave you in complete awe and craving more. It’s sweet, spicy, salty, and loaded with nutritious, filling...
Hypertension Diet: 10 Foods That Lower Blood Pressure (+ 6 to Avoid)
Searching for foods that lower blood pressure? The truth of the matter is that if you’re struggling with high blood pressure, you’re not alone. According to the CDC, almost half of American adults have high blood pressure, also known as hypertension. It’s a diagnosis...
Garlic Benefits: 5 Science-Backed Health Benefits for Your Heart, Blood Sugar, and More
Garlic is a common ingredient that tastes and smells amazing. But did you know that garlic benefits your health in several ways? That’s right! This simple ingredient is full of antioxidants, selenium, manganese, and other nutrients to support your health. Garlic is...
The 4 Must-Know At-Home Bodyweight Exercises to Try Today!
Do you ever do bodyweight exercises at home? Strength training benefits your body in many ways—from supporting healthy weight management to promoting bone strength to increasing flexibility and even balance! But that doesn’t mean you have to pay an expensive gym...
Healthy Pumpkin Spice Latte with Turmeric and Ginger
'Tis the season ... for pumpkin spice lattes! But you don't have to fill yourself with loads of sugar and chemicals to indulge in this delicious beverage. Instead of stopping by your local coffee store chain, give my Healthy Pumpkin Spice Latte with Turmeric and...
Metabolic Age Calculator: What’s Your Real Age? And How To Improve It
Have you heard of a metabolic age calculator? Why would you need one? Well, there's your chronological age—and then there's your REAL age: your health age. Also known as your metabolic age, your health age is your biological age based on your lifestyle and current...
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