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- by Sarah Achleithner
Foods and supplement choices that impact testosterone
If you’re experiencing decreased muscle mass, reduced concentration, or a decline in libido, you may want to take a look at your testosterone levels. This hormone is a key player in both men’s and women’s health. While it’s natural for...
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- by Sarah Achleithner
Issue 28: The dark side of supplements
Supplements are often touted as the end-all-be-all to curing your ailments and achieving athletic prowess. Have a creaky joint? Take omega-3s. Want to run a mile in under 6 minutes? Down a few caffeine pills.We may be in the business...
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Strategies to reduce inflammation
Inflammation has been a hot topic these days, and for a good reason. What you eat, drink, and supplement can impact inflammatory markers, while sleep, stress, and exercise also play a critical role. But exactly is inflammation, why should you...
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- by Elle Penner, MPH, RD
The ultimate guide to ashwagandha
Ashwagandha is a medicinal herb that is gaining mainstream attention for its ability to reduce stress and anxiety, improve sleep, and maybe even level up your athletic performance. But what else does it do, how much should you take, and...
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Issue 26: Mental health x nutrition
Have you been feeling increasingly anxious about current events? You're not alone. With so much going on, it's hard not to worry about the state of the world. And as you know, stress (especially chronic stress) can have a prolific...
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- by Sarah Achleithner
How to boost energy with these science-backed strategies
Do you often feel fatigued or drowsy throughout the day? You’re not alone– in fact, over one-third of adolescents and adults in the United States report feeling this way [1, 2]. While occasional drowsiness is normal, chronic fatigue can significantly...
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- by Sarah Achleithner
If you struggle to get a full night’s rest, you’re not alone. It’s estimated that one-third of Americans do not get enough sleep [2,3]. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, adults between the ages of 18 to...
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Issue 22: How to lose weight according to science
Happy new year! What have you resolved to do in 2022? Today, we're tackling arguably the most popular resolution of all: Weight loss. If you're one of many trying to trim down this year there are a few things to keep...
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Issue 18: Matters of the heart
According to the CDC, 659,000 people die from heart disease each year, making this the leading cause of death in the United States. While medical conditions such as diabetes put people at a higher risk for heart disease, other key risk...