We’ve all heard the phrase “drink more water” at some point in our lives—whether from our parents, health-conscious friends, or online.
At the same time, most of us encounter the same hurdles when we try to put it into practice. We bring a bottle to work and promptly forget it, or choose tastier beverages over plain old H2O.
Perhaps what feels like never-ending trips to the bathroom act as a deterrent. Either way, our article covers 15 tips to drink more water. We also share motivations to keep you moving in the right direction.
How to drink more water:
Know your body’s needs.Set reminders.Invest in a bottle.Set ...
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A Nutritionist’s Guide On How To Not Be Hungry
I've been working as a nutrition coach for over three years now. Of course, everyone comes to me from different backgrounds and with different goals. But more often that not, I get the same question. People want to know how to not be hungry all the time.
My number one goal when working with anyone is to help them find the joy in food. Part of that includes...actually eating food! And it makes me sad to say that, in general, people aren't eating enough.
Or - in other cases - their caloric intake is really high, but the actual nutrients they're consuming is really low. This is usually due to the fact that their diet is made up of the ...
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All About Celery Juice (And Should You Drink It?)
If you haven’t noticed, drinking celery juice has become increasingly popular this past year and countless Instagram Influencers are swearing by it.
Thanks to Gwyneth Paltrow and her lifestyle brand Goop, #celeryjuice started trending after Anthony William, (who is a New York Times best-selling author), dubbed celery juice “Miracle Juice” in an article while exploring all the benefits associated with drinking celery juice. But is celery juice really the answer to our prayers?
In this article, we will explore the nutritional information of drinking celery juice with the help of professional opinions. Then, we will consider the reported ...
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Easy Ways To Reduce Single Use Plastics
Here at Ultimate Paleo Guide, we’re committed to bringing you information that makes your life better...simpler...richer...more delicious, even. And while we love talking all things food and nutrition, we also like to branch off into other topics that we think are important. One of those, for me, is sustainability and the health of our environment.
Taking care of Mama Earth is something we should all proactively try our best to do. The situation here on Earth is getting dire. According to NASA, the current warming trend is happening at a rate never seen before and is extremely likely that it is caused by human activity. Which means, ...
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Your Guide To Infrared Saunas
Have you heard about infrared saunas and want to learn more about them? Perhaps you’re already familiar with these products, and you want to know if they’re worthwhile.
Consider this your guide to infrared saunas. We put in the research to answer all the frequently asked questions about these products.
You’ll learn how they work and what separates them from traditional saunas. Discover whether research supports this form of home therapy as beneficial for your health.
We share health benefits, usage, and techniques to get the most from each session. Lastly, if you decide you can’t wait to own one for yourself, we can assist ...
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Your Guide To Hypothalamic Amenorrhea
Have you ever been so healthy that you unintentionally make yourself sick? Much as we’d like to believe the opposite, working too hard on your health can have unpleasant and even dangerous consequences.
Hypothalamic amenorrhea is just one example of how sometimes we take things too far. Missed menses aren’t always an indicator of underlying health problems, but every woman knows the fear of an unplanned no-show.
Fair enough, it could be a number of other things—pregnancy, aging, or changes in your cycle, but it’s best not to assume that all is in order.
Poor habits in diet, exercise, and lifestyle could affect your ...
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All About Collagen Supplements
You’ve probably heard of collagen injections to get plumper lips, right? But what about collagen in edible form? As it turns out, collagen supplements have gained quite the popularity in recent years.
Want to know about other paleo supplements? Read more here.
But what exactly is collagen and what are its benefits? Are collagen supplements actually effective? Here, we’re going to go over everything you need to know about collagen supplements.
Collagen Benefits
Collagen is a protein your body needs to bind your tissues together. It’s also commonly referred to as your body’s “scaffolding.” It provides around 75 percent of your ...
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Your Guide To Cupping Therapy
While many of us know that celebrities are in fact, not health professionals, we still seem to jump on the bandwagon when it comes to the latest health fads in Hollywood. Juice cleanses, appetite- suppression lollipops and waist trainers are just a few trends that have exploded in popularity thanks to the celebrities that endorsed them through a simple Instagram post.
Looking at these different health crazes, it is safe to say that they sound illegitimate and can’t possibility be approved by the FDA, let alone be backed by science.
However, there are some fads that can’t be ignored, especially when they are practiced by the ...
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Keto Flu: What Is It And How To Deal
Have you decided to start the infamous ketogenic diet? Maybe it’s been a few days and you’re beginning to feel a little under the weather. It turns out that this is completely normal and nothing to be overly concerned about.
Headaches and fatigue, and just feeling low all-around, are normal side effects to any form of big change to your body. It could be a new diet, exercise regime, or even living in a new climate. It may seem obvious, but our bodies don’t react so well to drastic differences, so it seems an adjustment period is necessary.
This unpleasant phenomenon is what the keto world likes to call “the keto flu.” So what exactly ...
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Safer Skincare: 3 Beauty Products You Should Swap
Safer beauty products are having a moment. And rightfully so. As a society, I think we are coming around to the idea that it’s important what we put *in* our body - but it’s also just as important for what we put *on* our body. Our skin is the largest organ we have. When you think of it in that light, it totally makes sense that we should be really careful about what we slather on it.
The whole world of safer skincare can be overwhelming though. Where do you start? What do you look for? How do you do it without breaking the bank? Let’s be honest...quality products are *not* cheap.
I suggest taking baby steps. You don’t have to go ...
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