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Author: Coach Jessie
Keep Bloodsuckers At Bay With Natural DEET Alternatives
Although DEET is known as the most effective insect repellent, research shows that it can have toxic side effects in some situations, affecting the skin, brain and cells of both humans and pets. Environmental Working Group identifies DEET (in concentrations less than 30 percent) as one of its top picks to reduce the risk of life-altering… Read more
The Easiest Superfood You Can Grow at Home
Amid all the talk of exotic superfoods that are flown half way around the world to meet a growing demand from health-conscious consumers, there is one type of food that is equally nutrient-dense, available locally, and seldom gets the attention it deserves: sprouts. The term “sprouts” encompasses a wide variety of seeds, grains, and legumes that have… Read more
Why You Should Add These 10 Superfoods to Your Diet
Superfoods are one of the trendiest topics in the health and nutrition world. It’s almost impossible to read any book or article about nutrition without the mention of them! But what exactly is a superfood and why are they so good for you? The term “superfood” is a classification for foods that have the highest… Read more
12 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Your Skin
The skin you’re in is amazing. It’s the ultimate multitasker, simultaneously protecting your organs, shedding cells, and keeping you cool or warm. But how much do you really know about your skin, aside from the fact that you should protect it from the sun’s UV rays? We rounded up some fascinating facts about your body’s… Read more
7 Things You Didn’t Know About…Pasta
For a food as ubiquitous as pasta, I bet there is a lot you don’t know about it or its history. It’s one of America’s favorite foods—we eat more of it per capita than any other country—and although we consider it to be an Italian food, its original beginnings were in China. While no one… Read more
The Dairy Debate
There are many different beliefs around dairy and whether or not it is good for you. It has been cited as being good for your bones, but it has also been found to contribute to menstrual pains, asthma, brain fog, mucus and a wide range of allergies. Sally Fallon, founder and president of the Weston A.… Read more
A Soccer-Inspired Workout to Do While You Watch the World Cup
For soccer fans, today’s field goal by the famous soccer player, Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal, was exhilarating – against Morocco. Portugal beat them 1-0. Even for non-soccer fans, it’s hard to not be impressed by the physical feats the players perform on the field. Not only do they kick the ball impossibly far, execute eye-boggling… Read more
7 of the Best Vitamin Supplements for Men’s Health
This Father’s Day, share with the “dad” in your life the importance of incorporating vitamin supplements into their overall health and fitness routine. They not only give energy, but they also contribute to cardiovascular, immune, and brain health. If you’re looking to include vitamins as part of your daily routine, I recommend the following 7 vitamin… Read more
Is Soy Healthy or Not?
Soy is one of those foods that tends to be both vilified and glorified. One day it’s good for you, the next it’s bad, depending on who you listen to. So, here’s the real scoop. A lot of the soy confusion centers around cancer. Does soy prevent cancer or promote it? Much of the controversy… Read more
7 Reasons Why You Need Matcha
If you think all green tea is created equal, think again. Matcha, a Japanese green tea, differs from Chinese green teas in several ways. With matcha, the whole tea leaf is ground into a fine powder after being picked, whereas Chinese green tea is brewed from whole leaves. Tea drinkers identify matcha by its characteristic… Read more