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Exercise According to the Female Hormone Cycle

Many women experience changes in their mood, appetite, and energy levels during their menstrual cycle. Though these changes manifest themselves in different ways for different women, these symptoms are all driven by the same hormone fluctuations over the span of a month. These symptoms are often predictable, but it can still be really frustrating w

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Oct 03,2021

Blueberry Banana Baked Oats: A Warming Winter Breakfast!

These baked oats are one of my most popular recipes! It is vegan, gluten-free, and refined-sugar free. It makes for the coziest weekend breakfast, and it only takes around 5 minutes to get in the oven. Here is what you need: ½ banana, mashed ⅓ cup almond milk (sub any plant-based milk) ½ cup gluten-free oats ½

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Oct 03,2021

Let's Talk About Fats

Low fat diets seem to be all the rage these days but the recommendation to eat a low-fat diet has been around for about 40 years. According to Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health nutrition expert David Ludwig, low-fat diets are “deeply embedded in public consciousness and food policy.” However, the majority of evidence tells us th

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Oct 03,2021

Health At Every Size

Let's face the facts, we are all different. We all have a unique body shape and size that is unlike anyone else. Our friend’s clothing will fit differently on us than it does on them. Certain diet and lifestyle factors will have varying effects on our bodies, compared to those around us. Health and wellness are immeasurable quantities and

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Oct 03,2021

Natural Constipation Remedies

Already drank enough water and nothing is moving? Are you tired of depending on a laxative pill every time you’re feeling backed up? Certain foods contain bowel stimulating properties and this article explores natural options to ease constipation and provide relief from the associated pain accompanied, like excess gas and bloating. You may be

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Oct 03,2021

The Importance of Proteins

What are proteins? Proteins are an essential macronutrient for everyone, not just athletes. Proteins are large molecules made up of amino acids which are composed of hydrogen, carbon, oxygen, and nitrogen. Protein is one of the three main macronutrients your body needs in order to function. Just like carbohydrates, protein provides four calories

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Oct 03,2021

Talknutrition4students: A credible online resource for RD2Be's

Effectively communicating nutrition information is the job of every registered dietitian. However, did you know less than 20% of dietetic academic programs offer a nutrition communication course? A former nutrition communication professor, Barbara Mayfield, was asked by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics to help close this gap and make nutritio

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Oct 03,2021

Omega-3's and Their Many Health Benefits

When you think of omega-3 fats you most likely think of fish oil supplements, a bottle of vitamins on a shelf at the grocery store, or a crisp, grilled salmon on a dinner plate. Others may think of heart health or the many other health benefits that these fats may contribute to. Nutrition can often be confusing, especially with the massive amoun

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Oct 03,2021

Eggs 101

Eggs are a great source of protein and contain a bunch of important nutrients like vitamin A, vitamin B12, and vitamin D (2)! Vitamin A boosts the immune system, supports people’s vision and helps the body function properly (3). Vitamin B12 keeps our blood cells healthy. Vitamin D helps the bones in our body in keeping them strong and healthy

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Oct 03,2021

Multivitamins: Are They Worth It?

Does the average person need to take a multivitamin? Let’s start with what a multivitamin is. You can find multivitamins in many forms, such as a gummy, gel capsule, swallowable tablet, or even a drinkable mix. They usually include 10 or more minerals and vitamins. A multivitamin theoretically supplements a lack of multiple vitamins/mi

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Oct 03,2021