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Best Supplements to Overcome Stress & Get More Energy

Have you been stuck on the weight-loss merry-go-round, circling and circling from one diet to the next? Have you jumped on the exercise train that seems to work for everyone else, tortured yourself for weeks, and just feel more tired and angry? Is each and every day a struggle to keep yourself from falling asleep? Can you get through your day without tea, coffee, chocolate, or some other mid-afternoon pick-me-up? I have been there…

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Top 5 Ways to Address Digestive Issues with Apple Cider Vinega

5 Reasons to Start Your Day with Apple Cider Vinegar for Optimal Gut Health

Part of self-care is discovering what works for you and then establishing a routine to support your mind and body. It is all about what works for you! One of my morning rituals involves getting my gut started on the right track for the day. Apple cider vinegar (ACV) is a powerful substance that can do wonders to help your digestion and overall health. But know that not all ACV’s are created the same.

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#227: What I Did to Get Pregnant at 40

As you get to your mid- to late-30s, many doctors will tell you that it’s getting to be “too late” to have a healthy pregnancy. But the reality is, you have the power to reduce your reproductive age with the right food, supplement, and lifestyle choices. Tune in today to hear what I did to prepare my body for pregnancy and give my baby all the best! I’ll cover what I ate, what I didn’t, the supplements that were crucial, and other practices that are helping me have the healthies pregnancy I can, for myself and the baby!

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How to Say Goodbye to Unwanted Sugar Cravings

Do you have trouble saying no to that second (or third, or fourth) cup of coffee every day? Or how about that vending machine, or breakroom at work…can you walk by without indulging in a sugary midday pick-me-up? I’ve been there. I would keep reaching for more chips and salsa, more coffee, or more chocolate; anything that would satisfy that unrelenting craving. Sugar is virtually unavoidable in our culture. It often hides behind cryptic, unrecognizable names (anhydrous dextrose, anybody?), and lurks in almost every pre-packaged, processed food in the grocery store. What’s scary is how seriously addicted we are to this substance that wreaks havoc on our bodies!

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