Category: Wellness
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Why Do We Stress Eat and How to Stop
We all have those moments where we reach for food when we’re stressed, anxious or upset. Stress eating can become a habit that is hard to break and can lead to weight gain and unhealthy eating patterns. I’ve personally been dealing with a lot of big life changes that I’ve realized has caused a lot…
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Eat Your Way to Better Gut Health with These 10 Probiotic and Prebiotic Foods
Your gut microbiome plays an important role in your overall health and wellbeing. The gut houses trillions of bacteria that influence your immune system, metabolism, mood and more. A balance of “good” and “bad” bacteria in the gut is key for optimal digestive health and functioning. Consuming probiotic and prebiotic foods can help nourish the…
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Stay Motivated With the Best Health & Fitness Apps of 2023
Health and fitness apps have become increasingly popular in the past few years, especially with the pandemic and the need for more home workout options. These apps provide convenience, motivation, and a variety of helpful tools all in the palm of your hand. Here are some of my top picks for the best health and…
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Can Being a Pet Parent Improve Your Health and Wellbeing?
If you know me or follow me on social media, you know I’m a dog mama to my sweet golden retriever pup Congo. Ever since I adopted him when I was living in Colombia, my life has been just so enhanced by his sweet, loving presence. Who can be sad with a big, furry cuddle…
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How to Improve Your Focus and Concentration
If you struggle with focus and concentration, you’re not alone. With constant distractions from our devices, busy schedules, and busy minds, it’s a challenge many of us face. I know I personally used to have the ability to spend hours reading or working on a task without getting distracted, but our brains are so overloaded…
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Color Your Plate: How Eating More Plant Pigments Promotes Wellness
I’ve talked many times on my blog posts about how eating colorful is so beneficial to your health, but here, we’re really diving into what the benefits really are of the colorful pigments found in plant foods, called phytonutrients. So, what are phytonutrients? Phytonutrients are plant compounds found in fruits, vegetables, grains, and beans that…
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15 Signs You’re Suffering From Career Burnout (And How to Bounce Back)
Many professionals struggle with burnout at some point in their careers. I myself have experienced the exhaustion, cynicism and reduced productivity that comes with burnout at my job. For months, I had been feeling increasingly exhausted, unmotivated and disconnected at my job. I used to love what I did but suddenly it just felt draining.…
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The Benefits of Meditation and How to Get Started
Meditation has been practiced for thousands of years for good reason – it offers a multitude of benefits for both the mind and body. Regular meditation can help reduce stress and anxiety, improve focus and clarity, and provide an overall sense of peace and wellbeing. If you’re looking to reap these rewards but aren’t sure…
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Are Naps Really Good For You?
As someone who struggles with sleep, I’m always on the lookout for ways to improve my energy and alertness during the day. Many people claim that naps are good for your health and wellbeing, but are naps actually right for me? Let’s take a look at what the research says about the benefits and drawbacks…
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Do Detox Diets Really Work?
Now, I’m a huge fan of juices, smoothies, etc. But I’m also a huge proponent for making sure you’re eating a balanced diet, including a variety of foods that make you feel full, healthy inside and out, and full of energy. To me, that means that you can’t sustain a diet where you’re restricting what…