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Table of Contents[Hide][Show] In today’s fast-paced world of screens and schedules, we often miss the importance of reconnecting with nature and its many benefits. Outdoor activities in nature like hiking, canoeing, rock climbing, biking, or even just sitting outside can be beneficial. Yet, the most pronounced benefits come from longer exposure to nature’s beauty. Today […]

Here’s a quick round up of my weekend Highs and Lows… 1.Started the weekend with a good 12 mile run. 2. Put deep conditioner in my hair pre-run so it had A LOT of time to set before I washed it out post-run. I’ve never done this before, but had extra time since I woke

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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