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Intermittent Fasting

This is not a diet, nor is it starving yourself. It is taking an extended break between the times that you eat, which is typically your last meal of the day and first of the next day. It will help your body burn fat, reduce inflammation, repair your genes, and increase vitality. When you’re eating, your body is digesting and…

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Static vs. Dynamic Stretching

Educating ourselves on how the human body is wired to work gives us advantages while enjoying the activities we love. Walking, running, or hitting a ball all require intent and a sequence of actions. Let’s break down the different types of stretching and when they are appropriate. Every time we move we are lengthening and shortening our muscles. In our…

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Pay Attention to Your Body’s Messages

Like anything in life that we use on a regular basis, maintenance and care are necessary. Our bodies will give us feedback like tight muscles, aches, pains, or various forms of discomfort. Sometimes these signs are minor and easy to ignore, sometimes they demand immediate attention. A daily practice of tuning in to your body’s messages is a staple of…

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Reasons to Strength Train

There are many reasons to strength train, and though our priorities may change as we age, there are constant benefits through each phase of our life. Explore a form of strength training that works for you, and enjoy these benefits now and in your future. Here’s the Top 3 Reasons to Strength Train: Feel Good! At the heart of it,…

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Acidic vs. Alkaline

In order to survive, our blood must balance a PH between 7.35 and 7.45 (pure water is 7.0). The Standard American Diet is loaded with acidic foods and forces our body to constantly fight to maintain a healthy PH. It’s important to know which foods create an acidic environment, what it can do to your health, and how to take…

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Cole Slaw

Coleslaw is SOOOOO easy and delicious, yet many of us don’t incorporate it into our weekly routine.  It’s crunchy, fresh, and easy to tailor to your taste.  Give it a go! Combine these ingredients in a large mixing bowl: Shredded green cabbage (easily bought pre-chopped at the store) Shredded carrots Thinly sliced onion Thinly sliced green apple In a small…

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Meditation

This simple, beautiful practice has been used since the beginning of time to provide clarity, calm, and a long list of health benefits. Modern societies, and finally health care professionals, have finally caught up to the simplistic wonders of sitting in quiet.  The best part about meditation is that anybody can try it on some level. On a physical level,…

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Organics

Chemicals and preservatives are great for the food business, extending shelf lives and making produce look colorful and nice.  We have a choice though.  Organic products are everywhere now, with demand for clean eating increasing everywhere.  Countries across the world are beginning to ban the use of chemicals on food.  Nutrition advice can be confusing, but it can be broken down…

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