Lifestyle
Why a Positive Morning Routine Sets the Tone for Your Day
When it comes to achieving balance and maintaining a sense of agency over your life, master brain coach Jim Kwick advocates thinking of yourself more as a …
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Nutrition basics
The Problem with Ultra-Processed Foods (UPFs)
We are increasingly seeing evidence linking high consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) to adverse health outcomes. These negative effects often fall …
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Energy & weight
Sugar: Why We Crave It and How to Manage It
We all love sugar – and that’s no accident. Our craving for it is hard-wired into us by evolution. Why? Because sugar triggers the release of insulin, a ho…
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Nutrition basics
How to Make Healthy Habits Stick
Charles Duhigg’s book The Power of Habit is a highly illuminating read and one I frequently recommend to clients. It offers fascinating insights into why h…
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Hormones & menopause
How To Manage Weight Gain in Perimenopause: A Practical Guide
Perimenopause – the transitional period before menopause – brings with it a whirlwind of hormonal changes that affect more than just mood. Many women notic…
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Immunity & autoimmune
Winter Nutrition Checklist: Essential Foods and Supplements
As the days get colder and darker, our nutritional needs shift. Winter is the season for comfort, but it’s also a time when immunity, mood, and energy can …
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Gut health
Fermented Foods For Gut Health
Our gut health has a profound impact on everything from digestion to immunity and even mental well-being. One of the best ways to support your gut is by ad…
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Immunity & autoimmune
Top 8 Foods That Support Immune System Health
Top 8 Foods That Support Immune System Health As we navigate through colder months and seasons of colds and flu, keeping our immune system strong is a top …
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Gut health
6 Common IBS Triggers and Solutions
Living with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) can make daily life challenging, with symptoms like bloating, cramps, and unpredictable bowel habits. While ever…
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