We all know by now just how important – or let’s say, absolutely essential – sleep is to our overall health and wellbeing. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the average adult needs seven or more hours of sleep per night for the best health and wellbeing. Even more specifically, adults 18-64 years of age need between seven and nine hours of sleep per night while adults 65 and older need between seven and eight. Teenagers need a bit more sleep, clocking in at eight to 10 hours each night.
Getting below the recommended number of hours of sleep per night is correlated with an increased risk of certain conditions such as ...
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EPIC Bars Reviewed: Are They Paleo & Do They Taste Any Good?
Last update Dec 24, 2022
An Epic EPIC Bar Review (This Is Epic)
Meat as a snack? Who would have thought?
I was introduced to EPIC Bars at PaleoFX last year. My first thought:
Meat as a snack? Huh!
I had a taste of the bison at their show table and was impressed with the flavor. I figured I needed to review the bars. When I got home from the conference, I decided to look them up to check out the ingredients and nutritional information to see how they stacked up.
How Do EPIC Bars Stack Up Nutritionally?
The EPIC Bars company describes the bars like this:
The EPIC bar is a 100% grass fed animal based ...
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What is the Keto Rash?
The keto (or ketogenic) diet is a high-fat and low-carb dietary plan. It's followed religiously to reap the rewards by those on the diet. Unfortunately, this means some unwanted side effects can occur. This is the same with any major dietary change.
The keto rash is a typical itchy, red rash that appears on your upper body. This form of dermatitis is a rare side effect that’s most common in young Japanese and other Asian women. But that doesn’t mean everyone else is safe from it—anyone can have this inflammatory condition.
We’ll take you through the symptoms, causes and treatment for the keto rash. We’ll also share with you how to ...
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Trader Joe’s Christmas Must-Haves
Christmastime is my absolute favorite holiday season. Trader Joe's is my absolute favorite grocery store. Put them together and I'm pretty much in heaven. That's why our blog post today is covering my favorite Trader Joe Christmas Must-Haves.
If you're lucky enough to have a Trader Joe's where you live, give a little bit of thanks. That store is AMAZING. And once the fall-winter season rolls around, I really don't want to shop anywhere else. They have such amazing season offerings.
Now, full disclosure - I'm writing this article a few months before Christmas. SO - I can't fully guarantee that all of these products are still offered by ...
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Magic Spoon Reviewed: The Cereal That’s Actually Good For You?
If you're looking for a keto cereal, look no further than Magic Spoon. It doesn't matter if you're paleo, keto, low carb, or you just EAT FOOD, this cereal is delicious no matter what diet you follow. Not only that, but it is protein-packed so you can start your day on the right foot.
For me, the cereals of my childhood to bring up major nostalgia. My favorites were Froot Loops, Frosted Flakes, and Cinnamon Toast Crunch. There was nothing quite like grabbing a big bowl of cereal on a Saturday morning and tuning in to my favorite cartoons like Recess or Doug.
But we all grow up eventually, and you start to choose "better" cereals - ...
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LMNT Electrolytes Reviewed – Sugar Free Hydration
I'm going to tell you all about why I love LMNT electrolytes. But first, let me take you back a couple of decades...
I grew up as a sports-obsessed kid of the 90’s. That means that Gatorade was the drink of my childhood and teen years as most of my free hours were spent at various practices or sporting events. My go-to flavor was the light purple Frost flavor. I had to Google what it was called because it’s been so long since I’ve had it - Riptide Rush. I can still taste it when I think about it.
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Ahh, nostalgia.
But after I Googled what that ...
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Here’s a 2,000 Calorie Diet Plan (and why it probably won’t work for you)
A 2,000 calorie diet plan has long been the standard recommendation for caloric intake by the USDA. I can't claim that I learned much at all about nutrition in middle and high school - or even my Undergrad, honestly - (I sincerely hope things have changed...), but I do remember learning that 2,000 calories was a standard goal.
Now, I have much more nutrition education under my belt. And it didn't take me long to figure out that a person's actual calorie and nutrient goal is completely individualized. Every body is different, lifestyles are different, goals are different, and that means we all have different intakes we should aim for. ...
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What’s A CSA? Should You Join One?
There’s nothing like a mysterious acronym to get you intrigued. If you’re here, you’re probably curious about what a CSA is.
Let’s start by unveiling the name: the abbreviation stands for Community Supported Agriculture.
Learn the fundamentals of CSA:
What a CSA is.How it works.Benefits.How to get involved.
What is a CSA, and How Does It Work?
Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) is exactly what the name implies.
A regular community—like yours—agrees to support a local farm operation in exchange for access to fresh produce.
Before the start of every growing season, members of the CSA buy shares of the farm’s ...
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Do Healthy Energy Drinks Exist?
There’s nothing like a heavily-caffeinated, sugary drink to transform you from sluggish to sharp-witted.
However, you may be wondering if there are wholesome alternatives to your favorite peppy refreshment. Our article investigates if healthy energy drinks exist.
We discuss traditional vitality-boosting beverages and what they contain, and list substitutes you can try instead. Finally, we’ll share tips for you to make your mix at home.
Learn all the facts about healthy energy drinks:
What do energy drinks do to your body?What makes an energy drink healthy?Healthy energy drinks to make at home.Top 5 healthy energy ...
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A Psychiatrist’s Guide on How to Handle Pandemic Anxiety
There’s no doubt that the world has drastically changed in the last month. COVID-19 has gripped the globe. Drastic measures are being taken - and for good reason.
Here in the U.S., we are all being encouraged to play our part in "flattening the curve." School is out, bars and restaurants are closed, and everyone is staying home.
Let's be honest - things are heavy right now. There are many who are panicked or uncomfortable with the state of the world. Instead of allowing fear to completely take over, there are strategies that you can use to take care of your mental health.
Dr. Jenny Tumba, a Psychiatrist at UW Madison, has outlined ...
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