Ideally, by the time your 40s roll around—they arrive quickly!—you’ve already established a solid foundation of healthy habits in your daily and weekly routine. Eating a well-balanced diet, sleeping soundly, and exercising are always age-appropriate, no matter what decade of life you’re curr
Have you ever considered your exposure to toxic chemicals in feminine hygiene products? Protecting your health from everyday chemicals can seem like a never-ending feat. But this is an area where a few adjustments can drastically reduce your exposure, and it’s an important one. Here’s why. From
Cycle syncing is all about adjusting your mindset, exercise, rest, and nutrition routines to align with the phases of your menstrual cycle. It can help you feel your best, make the most out of your day, and gain a better understanding of your body’s moods and needs. If you ever feel like your body
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Traditionally, the Labor Day weekend is a much-needed break when you can spend some quality time with friends and family. One staple of Labor Day celebrations is an array of delicious foods. But, when faced with so many tempting treats, how can you enjoy the holiday while maintaining the discipline
I still chuckle when I remember my daughter, Chloe, at only 3 years old, calling blueberries “brain berries.” (Her other nickname for them was “God’s candy.”) Thanks to our frequent education at home, Chloe already knew as a toddler which foods were good for her brain and which were bad fo
Let’s face it: Aging isn’t always fun. You start to notice wrinkles that weren’t there the night before (or so it seems). Fat seems to accumulate exactly where you don’t want it to accumulate, and it happens much more often than it used to. Your muscles seem smaller, or, at least sometimes,
When you reach for a snack, are you likely to grab potato chips and chocolate bars, or something that will actually sustain your energy and keep you satisfied until the next meal? According to a review in the scientific journal Nutrients, snacks make up 22% of adults’ total energy intake, with mor
Are you looking for tips to support your gut health? When your gut isn’t healthy, it can affect your entire body. You don’t feel great physically or mentally. Gut problems are surprisingly common, affecting up to 70% of people. Your gut and your brain are constantly communicating. They’re like
When midday hunger strikes, you need a lunch that’ll keep you going all afternoon long, not weigh you down or send you straight to an afternoon nap. Choosing foods that spike blood sugar, such as simple carbohydrates, will only lead to an inevitable crash. But including the right mix of elements i