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Wellness Wednesday: What a Dietitian Says About Mono-Food Fast and Their Hidden Risks
Quick-fix diets like the watermelon fast often deliver rapid but fleeting results, leaving people wondering if the sacrifice was worth it. Are these short-term “successes” masking deeper risks to your health and metabolism? In this article, a registered dietitian unpacks the science behind monofood diets, explores why they seem to work at first, and reveals the smarter, safer strategies you can use to achieve real, lasting progress.
Wellness Wednesday: How Your Body Detoxes Naturally - and Why Teas Don’t Help
Detox teas and supplements claim to flush toxins, shrink your waistline, and restore balance, but are they really doing what they say? The truth is that your liver, kidneys, lungs, and even your skin are constantly working to cleanse and protect you. So where do these products fit in, and do they help, hinder, or simply waste your money? Dive into the science of detoxification to uncover what your body truly needs to stay balanced, energized, and resilient.
Wellness Wednesday: How Nutrition and Exercise Slow the Progression of Sarcopenia
Muscle loss may seem like an inevitable part of aging, but science tells a different story. Sarcopenia can be slowed, and even partially reversed, with the right blend of nutrition and physical activity. Discover how small, consistent changes in diet and movement can protect strength, preserve independence, and transform the way we age.
Wellness Wednesday: How Lifestyle Can Rewrite Your Genetic Story
What if your genes aren’t your destiny? Emerging science reveals how lifestyle and environment can rewrite your health story at the DNA level. Discover how understanding epigenetics empowers you to take control of your wellness and transform your future.
Wellness Wednesday: A Beginner’s Guide to Progressive Overload
Most lifters hit plateaus not because they're lazy—but because they don’t truly understand how to progress. Discover the overlooked methods, science-backed strategies, and real-world systems that turn stagnant lifts into consistent PRs. This isn’t just about lifting more—it’s about lifting smarter.
Wellness Wednesday: How the Body Type Diet Got It All Wrong
You’ve probably heard that “endomorphs should cut carbs” or that “ectomorphs need to eat more”—but what if the whole concept of body type dieting is built on outdated pseudoscience? Before you adjust your plate based on your frame, there’s something you need to know.
Wellness Wednesday: Why Strength Training Is Key to Empowering Your Body and Mind
Are you still worried that lifting weights will make you bulky? It’s time to set the record straight. Discover the truth behind weightlifting for women and how building strength can transform not just your body, but your overall health and confidence.
Wellness Wednesday: The Cost of Ignoring Women’s Health - and How to Change the Future
Imagine a room filled with 100 women of all ages. How many will face chronic illnesses that impact their quality of life, finances, and families? The statistics are staggering, but the good news is that change is possible. Here’s what every woman needs to know about protecting her health, future, and financial well-being.
Wellness Wednesday: How to Protect Your Family from the Measles Outbreak
Measles is making a dangerous comeback, spreading rapidly across multiple states and putting vulnerable populations at risk. With vaccination rates declining and cases reaching record highs, now is the time to take action. Learn how this outbreak is unfolding, why it matters, and what you can do to keep your family and community safe.
Wellness Wednesday: It’s Never Too Late to Start
When my grandfather called me the other day, I had no idea it would be a full-circle moment. After completing his pulmonary rehab program, he made a bold decision—to trust me with the next phase of his health journey. His story is proof that no matter your age or challenges, it’s never too late to start. Here's how he's taking control of his future and why his journey might just inspire yours.