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The CICO diet (calories in vs. calories out) pushes the idea that to lose weight, you only need to eat fewer calories than you burn each day. This diet suggests that it doesn’t matter what you eat—you can still lose...

The keto diet involves eating very small amounts of carbohydrates and higher amounts of fat to burn more body fat as fuel. While the standard version does not allow much variance in the ratio of macronutrients, the cyclical ketogenic diet...

When the sun’s out, hot coffee might not hit the same. That’s usually when cold brew and iced coffee start sounding a lot more appealing. Whether you brew it at home or grab one from your favorite café, cold coffee...

There’s no substitute for a full night’s sleep, but there is a particular combination of meditation and yoga that comes close: yoga nidra. Yoga and meditation experts believe that one 30-minute practice of yoga nidra can be very restful for...

The Complete Guide to Starting an Elimination Diet Do certain foods leave you feeling bloated, drained of energy or with brain fog? If so, the reason could be on your plate. An elimination diet can help spot hidden food sensitivities...

These days, you can find versions of Bulletproof Coffee (aka coffee with butter and MCT oil) most places you drink coffee. But what do you know about that last ingredient? MCT oil is a powerful addition to your daily routine,...

Collagen is the body’s most abundant protein, and is instrumental in supporting skin, nails, joint and hair health. Unfortunately, as is the case with all good things in life, our collagen levels don’t remain the same. As we grow older,...

Sleep is one of the pillars of high performance. Your whole body runs better after a good night’s sleep, and considering that struggles with occasional insomnia are common, it’s worth your time to learn how to improve your sleep so...

Magnesium is one of the most fascinating micronutrients. It affects everything from energy to brain function—but many people of all ages are not getting enough magnesium. That’s why a magnesium supplement can be beneficial. Not all magnesium supplements are the...

Lion’s mane mushroom earned its common name because some say it looks like a lion’s mane. This fluffy white mushroom is also a powerful nootropic with science-backed benefits. You might have heard of people mixing lion’s mane into their coffee...

For thousands of years, activated charcoal has been used to help detoxify the body. Today, it can help offset the discomfort that comes after eating foods that cause gas and bloating. But what does activated charcoal do once it’s in...

Two out of every three Americans drink coffee daily, with consumption at a 20-year peak, according to the National Coffee Association. Coffee is more popular than any other beverage – including tap water – and 84% of daily coffee drinkers...

The Bulletproof Diet can sometimes be confused with the Keto or Paleo diets. While there is overlap, the Bulletproof Diet is a more holistic way of supporting a healthy lifestyle. The diet considers food as fuel and challenges nutrition norms....

Supplements are a way to fill in the gaps of a healthy diet, to ensure your body gets adequate amounts of the vitamins, minerals and other nutrients it needs to function optimally. But, in choosing any supplement, it’s important to...

L-tyrosine is an amino acid (the building block of a protein) with science-backed benefits for your brain, focus, stress management and more. Getting adequate amounts of tyrosine, either through diet or from a supplement, can help support your brain function....

You have to take a course of antibiotics. You experience occasional gas and bloating after eating. You are navigating a stressful time by turning to rich foods and comforting sweets. All of these common situations can impact digestion and overall...