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TIPS to RUN EASY PACE

Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced runner, finding the right pace can significantly impact your performance and overall enjoyment. Many runners tend to push themselves too hard, leading to fatigue, injuries, or burnout. So, let’s explore seven valuable tips to help you stay at an easy pace while running. Nailing this will help you […]

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How to Increase Iron Naturally

Table of Contents[Hide][Show] Have you been told your iron is low? More and more people today are being diagnosed with anemia, often (but not always) caused by low iron levels. Although iron pills or supplements can help boost iron levels, they won’t fix the root cause. Instead of just treating the symptoms, here’s how to increase

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Health Benefits of Grass-Fed Beef

Table of Contents[Hide][Show] Ever since I started writing about health, the great debate over whether or not to eat meat and from which sources has continued. Have you ever wondered if grass-fed beef is healthier than grain-fed? Is it worth the extra cost and effort to seek it out? Is there a real difference? In

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OC Half Marathon Race Recap

This year’s Orange County Half Marathon Race Recap (the race is officially the OC Marathon). I’ve run the Full Marathon and Half Marathon several times, so I know the course and pre-race logistics pretty well. It’s also my marathon PR race (3:36:25). Which automatically makes it one of my favorite races. So, I’d hate to

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Oil Pulling Benefits For a Healthier Mouth

Table of Contents[Hide][Show] Oil pulling is an age-old regimen rooted in ancient Ayurvedic medicine. It’s now a home remedy that uses natural substances to clean and detoxify the mouth and teeth. But is there any evidence behind this practice and how do you do it?  Oil pulling, along with other elements of dental hygiene and

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75 Hard Challenge Review (and What I’d Do Differently)

Table of Contents[Hide][Show] Have you heard of the 75 Hard workout challenge? It’s one of the many recent challenges presented by influencers in the health and wellness space. Is it just a passing fad? Probably.  But right now, it’s trending on TikTok and showing up all over social media. It has billions of views and

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What to Do About Intestinal Parasites

Table of Contents[Hide][Show] You’ve probably heard horror stories of 3-foot tapeworms camping out in someone’s gut. Most parasites though are so small they can only be seen with a microscope! Millions (if not billions!) of people around the world have parasites. Many don’t even know it. Intestinal Parasites There’s a very good chance you have

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Is Melatonin Safe? Plus How to Use it

Table of Contents[Hide][Show] We all know what it feels like to get a terrible night’s sleep. We wake up feeling foggy and disoriented. We’re easily frustrated, overwhelmed, or forgetful. Many turn to melatonin to help them get some sleep, but is melatonin safe? Sure, we’ve all heard of it and likely have taken it at

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Is a Low Fat Diet Healthy?

Table of Contents[Hide][Show] Like most things in the nutrition world, fats are back in style. At least certain kinds, and in certain amounts. Some healthcare providers still recommend a low-fat diet, but is it really healthy? Here’s the scoop on fats, what they are, which ones are good (or bad), and what to do about

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Secrets to Get MOTIVATED TO RUN

Running can be an amazing way to stay healthy, relieve stress, and improve your overall well-being. However, for many people, getting started and staying motivated to run regularly is the hardest part. And since consistency is key to running faster, stronger and better – it will feel even harder if you only show up sporadically.

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