Let’s Talk Juice: Traditional Juice Cleanses
What is a Traditional Juice cleanse? A traditional juice cleanse is a type of diet that involves consuming only juices from vegetables and fruits for a certain period, ranging anywhere between 1-14 days. A juice cleanse supports the body’s natural detox processes, clears the diet of sugar, caffeine, refined foods, and other foods and substances […]
Understanding a Plant-Based/Vegan Diet
Over the years, increasingly more people have decided to go vegan for ethical, environmental and or health reasons. Just like any diet there are pro’s and cons to the Vegan lifestyle. But with good planning and an understanding of what makes up a healthy, balanced vegan diet, you can ensure your body gets all the […]
Why Cold-Pressed Juices?
You might be wondering, since we’ve branded ourselves as “Your Meal Prep Company” since May of 2015, why are we coming out with a juice product? A few reasons… I love them and drink them all the time I’m a helluva salesperson, when I want to be, but I committed a long time ago to […]
What EXACTLY is the Keto Diet?
In the world of weight-loss, the word “keto” gets thrown around like a ragdoll. Everybody has a different opinion about what it means, how it works, and if it is helpful or not. Most people know someone who has tried it and swears by it, and vice versa (people who have never tried it and […]
What EXACTLY is The Pescatarian Diet?
The Pescatarian diet is usually described as when someone only eats fish, but what else does it mean? In this article, I will be reviewing where this diet came from, what you can and can’t eat, the pros and cons, and my key takeaways! THE HISTORY The term Pescatarian came from the Italian word for […]
21 Free Bodyweight Workouts to Finish April Strong!
My recommendation: Since most people workout 3-5 times a week, I would cherry pick workouts that look fun or challenging and just do those on any particular day. Feel free to repeat one later on to see if you beat your time or your score! Also, grab a buddy to do these with you! But […]
7 Easy Steps To Staying Consistent And Reaching Your Goals
- Fitness, Uncategorized
- February 7, 2020
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By: Alex Woeste With any successful businessperson, professional athlete or on-the-job all-star comes one simple philosophy: “consistency is key”. I know you’ve heard this over and over again, but simply being consistent and showing up each and every day makes a difference! Want to have a better relationship with your spouse? Consistently pursue […]
7 Steps To Foster Healthy Accountability
- Fitness, Uncategorized
- October 9, 2019
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Kicking Cancer to the Curb With Diet and Exercise
Being diagnosed with cancer is one of the most difficult things a person can experience. However, there are ways to combat it and to assist traditional treatments by getting proper nutrition and exercise. The Pain of a Cancer Diagnosis No one wants to hear that they’ve been diagnosed with cancer. However, it can be […]
A 20-30 Minute Nap Can Improve Mood, Alertness and Performance
Aren’t naps a wonderful thing? Sometimes you just need a quick charge to re-boot the afternoon. And that’s when a power nap comes in handy! According to the National Sleep Foundation, a short nap of 20-30 minutes can help to improve mood, alertness and performance. 3 TYPES OF NAPPING Planned napping – taking a nap before […]
How To Set SMART Goals
SMART is a goal-setting acronym used to design a clear focus and understanding of your goals and how to accomplish them. You can use this outline for setting goals in all aspects of your life – whether that be in your job, at the gym, personal desires, etc! SPECIFIC State what you’ll do using action words MEASURABLE […]
Can Nutrition Improve Mental Health More Than Prescription Medication?
- Mental Health, Wellness
- September 12, 2019
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Although there’s an array of prescription medication on the market, the rise of mental health continues. Julia Rucklidge, a clinical psychologist conducted a placebo trial study where adult participants were given vitamins and minerals (micro-nutrients) to treat ADHD. In 8 weeks, twice as many micro-nutrient participants responded positively than those in the placebo group. […]
Coconut Water Is Extremely Hydrating, Containing 94% Water
It’s no secret that coconut water has become a trendy drink over the last few years. It’s tasty, refreshing and loaded with nutrients and minerals! Coconut water forms naturally in the fruit and contains 94% water. It’s different from coconut milk, which is made by adding water to grated coconut meat. BENEFITS: Good source of fiber and vitamin […]
Dirty Dozen v. Clean 15
Let’s be honest, buying 100% organic food is not affordable. The Environmental Working Group (EWG) is an organization dedicated to protecting human health and the environment. The EWG created a Shopper’s Guide to Pesticides in Produce™ (aka Dirty Dozen and Clean 15). The Dirty Dozen and Clean 15 is updated each year is based on results […]
