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How to Clean Your Gut: 9 Proven Ways to Improve Digestion

March 8, 2023

Most so-called cleanses aren’t worth your money, but lifestyle habits can boost digestive health. Here’s how to clean your gut naturally without wasting money on gimmicks.

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13 Proven Tips to Stop Stress Eating and Gain Self-Control

Caitlin Beale, MS, RDN

Health & Nutrition Writer

March 7, 2023

Eating to cope with stress is common, but reaching your health goals is challenging if you feel out of control around food. Learn how to stop stress eating with these 13 tips.

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Ginger Shot 101: Benefits, Side Effects, and How to Prepare It

Victoria Whittington, RDN

February 28, 2023

Learn everything you need to know about ginger shots, including potential benefits, downsides, and how to prepare them.

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Appetite Loss During Pregnancy: Why It Occurs + How to Face It

Caitlin Beale, MS, RDN

Health & Nutrition Writer

February 27, 2023

Learn everything you need to know about appetite loss during pregnancy, from what causes it to how to make sure you're still getting the nutrients you need.

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What Causes High Estrogen + How You Can Lower It: 9 Tips

Caitlin Beale, MS, RDN

Health & Nutrition Writer

February 27, 2023

High estrogen can cause symptoms like insomnia, weight gain, and more. Learn about what causes estrogen dominance, plus food and lifestyle tips to help lower it.

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10 Causes of Low Energy Levels In Females and Proven Solutions

Caitlin Beale, MS, RDN

Health & Nutrition Writer

December 27, 2022

Feel tired all the time? Here are the top 10 causes of low energy in females, plus proven natural solutions to get your energy back.

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How to Wake Yourself Up: 11 Natural and Science-based Ways

Victoria Whittington, RDN

December 20, 2022

Feeling tired? Not anymore. Here are 11 science-backed ways to beat fatigue naturally.

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How Can Stress Make You Sick? Body and Mind-Related Effects

Victoria Whittington, RDN

December 16, 2022

Chronic stress can negatively impact your mental and physical health. Learn how to get relief from stress and anxiety to improve your overall health.

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Boost Your Energy Naturally: 10 Science-Backed Ways To Do It

Caitlin Beale, MS, RDN

Health & Nutrition Writer

November 16, 2022

Feeling run down? Tired all the time? Here are ten science-backed ways to boost your energy naturally.

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4 Markers Of Metabolic Health You Should Know

Julia Zakrzewski, RD

Health & Nutrition Writer

October 13, 2022

There are four markers of metabolic health you should monitor, like waist circumference, blood sugar levels, triglycerides, and cholesterol.

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What Your Metabolic Age Reveals About Your Health

Caitlin Beale, MS, RDN

Health & Nutrition Writer

October 12, 2022

Metabolic age is a measure of how fast or slow your metabolism is relative to other people of the same chronological age.

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The Relationship Between Hormones & Metabolic Syndrome

Leann Poston, MD, MBA, M.Ed

Medical Writer

September 27, 2022

Metabolic syndrome is common, and so are hormonal imbalances, but are they related? Researchers are investigating the connections between hormones and metabolic health. Learn what we know about the connection and how it may impact your health.

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How Mindfulness Can Improve Your Metabolic Health

Caitlin Beale, MS, RDN

Health & Nutrition Writer

September 13, 2022

Mindfulness, the practice of paying attention to the present moment without judgment, can be a helpful tool for managing emotional eating and promoting metabolic health.

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6 Markers of Metabolic Health & How to Improve Them

Leann Poston, MD, MBA, M.Ed

Medical Writer

August 26, 2022

Markers of metabolic health go beyond body weight. They measure your future risk of conditions like cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. Check your metabolic health markers and track your progress towards better health.

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How to Measure Your Metabolic Health

Laura M. Ali, MS, RDN, LDN

Health & Nutrition Writer

August 24, 2022

When your doctor orders blood work and checks your vital signs, like blood pressure, weight, and fasting glucose, they are doing a metabolic assessment. These numbers give them a look at your risk of developing a chronic medical condition.

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6 Signs Your Metabolic Health Is Out Of Balance (And What To Do About It)

Julia Zakrzewski, RD

Health & Nutrition Writer

August 8, 2022

It is normal to experience the occasional headache, belly bloat, or bad night of sleep. But more frequent or even daily occurrences could be signaling metabolic imbalance. Learn what to look for, and tips to restore balance.

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How to Reduce Inflammation

Danielle Kelvas, MD

Medical & Health Writer

March 9, 2022

Reducing inflammation throughout your body helps promote a healthy gut and reduces the risk of chronic disease. Learn how and why to reduce inflammation in your body.