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Water! Why and how much?

Water is important. We all know that. What you might not know though is the actual reason WHY water is important for your health and your results and what the consequences of not drinking enough water are. The reality is … whether you're trying to lo

Does protein help burn fat?

In today’s world, we hear this all the time … increasing your protein intake can help you lose fat. While this is true to some degree, it may not be in the way you might think. So, does protein burn fat? Let’s dig into this... Eating a specific nutri

How do I track alcohol?

Alcohol, the fourth macronutrient, is a big part of so many peoples' lifestyles, social gatherings, and society. So much so, that it's not uncommon that alcohol is used as a reason for why someone "can't" start living a healthy lifestyle. We often he

Good vs bad fats?

We’ve all been warned about fat in our diet, but did you know there are different types of fat?. Having too much fat in your diet can take a toll on your health because they are very high in calories. This can cause unhealthy weight gain if calories

Carbohydrates: Good or bad?

Two of the most common questions we receive are… “what should my macros be” and “how many carbs should I eat?”. The second of the two questions stems from many misconceptions that carbohydrates are bad for you. This comes from the conflicting informa

What should I eat before bed?

Ever wonder what you should be eating before bed?. Or if you should be eating at all before bed?!. We hear, see, and read all sorts of conflicting information that can leave us a little puzzled and make it difficult to answer some questions like:. …

What are electrolytes? Do I need them?

Want to hear something crazy? 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated, according to the lay press [1]. Water is the most important nutrient we need! I mean, it literally makes up roughly 60% of your body weight. Now, just because you aren't walki

Gut health- How do I get it back on track?

You are what you eat, or at least that’s how the saying goes. But it’s probably more realistic to say, “You are what your body digests and absorbs.”. In this article, we’ll talk about your digestive health and the role it plays in your body. We’ll al

How can I boost my metabolism?

Are you unhappy with how you look? Are the few extra pounds around your midsection stubbornly holding on? Do you want to lose weight and keep it off?. If you do, keep reading. Because you are certainly not alone. In a lot of cases, people attribute w

What is Cortisol and how do you regulate it?

The human body has a ton of different hormones which are responsible for all sorts of different bodily processes. One of the most popular of these hormones is cortisol. But why is that? Well, cortisol has a huge impact on your health and fitness goal

How low should you take your calories? When cutting calories can begin to backfire...

We all work with clients and people in achieving their goals on the path to becoming a better version of themselves. For many people, this means helping them achieve weight loss. But simply losing weight or, in other words, watching the number on the

Benefits of eating healthy - You are what you eat!

We’ve all heard the phrase: you are what you eat. Some may think that’s funny … but the thing is … It’s actually true. The food you put into your body is what ends up fueling your body, and also becomes what your body is made up of. The better that f

How to stop Overeating!

Do you think that you’re eating too much?. Do you reach for the chocolate or chips when you’re bored?. Are you unhappy with the direction your weight is going?. Have you tried eating less but only found yourself binging later?. If so, you’re not alon