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Perfect for immune-support, this immune boosting chicken soup is made with garlic, ginger, turmeric, lemon, kale and orzo. Cozy, comforting, and nourishing, no matter the season! This blog post is sponsored by Terry Naturally®. Thank you for supporting the brands that make this blog possible. As always, opinions are my own. This recipe is on repeat in our house right now. As a mama with two little ones in daycare, I fully expect our immune systems to be challenged (IYKYK). While I can’t pull our kiddos out of daycare, I can help support our immune systems with nourishing soups. As…
Bread is one of those foods people often think they need to avoid when trying to lose weight. But then you look at the shelves and it gets confusing very quickly. One loaf says whole grain, another says brown, another says sourdough, and then there are low-calorie options too. So which one should you choose if you want to lose weight? The answer is not as simple as picking the loaf with the fewest calories. A bread can sound healthy or seem like the lighter option, but that does not always make it the best choice for weight loss. In…
Summary of the blog topicsDigestive and systemic enzymes for proper circulation and improved hair growth.What are digestive and systemic enzymes?Digestive and systemic enzyme depletion increases the risk of disease and premature ageing.Digestive and systemic enzyme depletion increases the risk of disease and premature ageing.Digestive EnzymesFood EnzymesSystemic enzymes can increase hair growth because these enzymes improve blood flow and clear out your blood from impurities.Good circulation is key to healthy hairInflammation: the root cause of many diseasesHow do you increase the number of systemic enzymes in your body?My personal experience with digestive and systemic enzymesDigestive and systemic enzymes for good circulation…
Mental Health America’s Peer Partners program is a peer-driven solution to ending isolation and social exclusion. This program helps those struggling with some of the biggest challenges that face us today — isolation and social exclusion. Isolation and loneliness are leading risk factors for overall poor health.[1] Research actually shows that loneliness can cause the same amount of damage as smoking 15 cigarettes a day.[2] PEER PARTNERS PLACES A HEAVY FOCUS ON PEER SUPPORT Peer Partners combines the strengths of peer support, psychiatric rehabilitation, and self-directed care. A huge focus is placed on providing peer support. Using a peer support group…
The road to the Olympia will be different next season.Last updated on December 19th, 2025 The Olympia qualification process will evolve for the 2026 season. The IFBB Pro League announced a new points and qualification process for the biggest show in bodybuilding. The new rules can be seen below, as shared by the IFBB Pro League’s Instagram page: Men’s Open, 212, Women’s Bodybuilding, Fitness, Figure, Women’s Physique, and Fit Model The system for these categories will remain mostly unchanged. The top three of each Olympia contest automatically qualify for the 2026 Olympia. Similarly, winners of pro contests during the 2026 season will also…
Last updated: February 2026 If you’ve been on a GLP-1 medication for about three months, eating often feels very different than it did in the first few weeks. Many people notice appetite cues are more predictable, meals feel easier to plan, and routines start to feel sustainable. This guide explains what long-term eating often looks like after the three-month mark and how people keep momentum going. This phase is less about adjustment and more about maintenance. The goal is consistency you can live with. By the three-month point, many people feel more confident navigating food choices. Meals feel familiar, portions…
Sometimes you stumble on a combination of flavors that hit just right. In this lemon salmon pasta recipe, caramelized onions, fresh dill and lemon zest add brightness and depth to a simple dinner. This lemon salmon pasta recipe is proof that you can make a meal chockfull of flavor with basic pantry ingredients. The trick is to spend some time caramelizing onions, which can be done while you pop the salmon fillets in the oven (or air fryer) and boil the pasta. The noodles are coated with a combination of the starchy pasta water and grated Parmesan cheese (which is…
In this episode we discuss: How GLP-1 drugs work Proven benefits, common side effects, and discontinuation rates Emerging long-term risks of GLP-1 use The risk of nutrient deficiencies from reduced food intake Muscle loss & body composition changes Weight regain after discontinuing use The lack of root-cause treatments addressing diet, lifestyle, and metabolic drivers Who benefits most from GLP-1s vs. who may not Using GLP-1s as part of a broader health strategy Show notes: “Discontinuing glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists and body habitus: A systematic review and meta-analysis” by Berg, S., et al “Trajectory of weight regain after cessation of GLP-1…
My wife and I are in our late 60s. The past 20 years have felt like treading water, as all my funds are tied up in a property that, for complex reasons, I am unable to sell. We are both creative. Over the past year or so I’ve made some improvements to our house, things that make people say wow. I enjoy seeing their pleasure, but their praise isn’t hugely important to me. In fact, I am somewhat reclusive. I do not enjoy being part of a wider community and I’m content with a handful of close friends. Last year…
FAQ: Protein and Teenagers Do most teenagers get enough protein? Yes. Most teens get more than the minimum requirements because protein shows up in so many everyday foods. For most healthy teenagers eating a varied diet, protein deficiency isn’t usually a concern. Do teen athletes need more protein> Yes. Teen athletes need roughly 0.8-0.9 grams of protein per pound (that’s 104-117 grams of protein for a 130-pound teenager). The best strategy is to spread protein throughout the day rather than loading up at one meal, and aim for a protein + carb combo after workouts, like yogurt with fruit or…