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You’ve probably been told that eating a low-fat diet that is high in carbohydrates and proteins is the easiest way to drop weight and build muscle. However, are you sabotaging your health and wellness with a high-carbohydrate diet?  

The cordyceps mushroom is an ancient medicinal mushroom originating from the Tibetan plateau. This amazing mushroom has been used as an adaptogen in traditional Chinese medicine for millennia to promote the body’s natural detoxification pathways by enhancing heavy metal detoxification to support energy levels, to promote a healthy immune system, and to reinforce your wellbeing.  

You may think of self-care as being all about the perfect diet and supplements, but the reality is that practicing self-care also requires self-reflection and internal motivation. The most important part of this process is for you to find actions that work for you, not necessarily anyone else. During stressful times, it can be critical to check in with yourself every day.  

It’s no secret that soft, glowing skin and strong, shiny hair are some of the most visible signs of overall health, but there are many factors that can impact the health of your skin and hair. If you have ever scoped out the supplement aisle in your local grocery store, you have probably seen dozens of supplements offering help for hair, skin, and nails. With all of these supposedly “miracle cures” available, it can be hard to know which ones can really make a difference.  

Do you find yourself struggling with overeating or mindless snacking? You are not alone. Over 70 percent of American adults are now overweight and nearly 40 percent are obese. Much of this weight gain above normal weight is due to overeating and eating “empty calorie” food. You don’t have to be part of these statistics. You can protect your waistline with the help of some simple yet effective strategies. 

Are you guilty of making ambitious New Year’s resolutions and then feel terrible when you fail to carry them forward – year after year? You are not alone. For those who feel the “glow” and excitement of  making a New Year’s resolutions every year, most of them will sadly fail because they did not have a plan to make these resolutions a consistent part of their daily routine. If you are already struggling with how to create a “new you,” here are some general wellness tips to boost you forward. 

 The original Mediterranean diet consists of wild-caught fish (as well as some meat and poultry), fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes and nuts, moderate consumption of alcohol (such as 1 – 2 glasses of red wine with dinner), and monosaturated fats from olive oil. The Mediterranean diet is well regarded as one of the most heart healthy diets on the planet, but is a “greener” version of this diet the key to even greater levels of cardiovascular health?

If you frequently think "I should get some exercise today” or “Time to hit the gym,” you’re right! Make today the day that you start a more active lifestyle. The benefits of exercise go far beyond simply shedding unwanted weight and fitting back into your old jeans.

The health benefits of apple cider vinegar range from sunburn relief to gut health support to the alleviation of cold symptoms and seasonal allergies. With all of the benefits that apple cider vinegar has, this must-have item should be a staple of your nutrition routine.  

So. . . you cheated on your diet. It happens to the best of us! The important thing is that despite “falling off the wagon” and consuming some of that “junk” food, you can get yourself back on track quickly and easily by prioritizing a few key nutrients, including a variety of vitamins and minerals.