Berberine: The Golden Treasure of Metabolic Health
What Is Berberine? "Berbewhat?" - you ask with head tilted and eyebrows raised in peaked interest. Berberine is a bitter-tasting yellow powder derived from various plant sources. "So what? It's a yellow thing in plants!" - the skeptical voice of a somewhat careful, have-been-dissapointed-before adul
Sweet Liberation: What is Sugar Detox and Why You Should Do It
What Is a Sugar Detox? A sugar detox is a dietary regimen that involves eliminating or reducing processed or refined sugar from the diet for a short or long period. The goal of a sugar detox is to help with sugar cravings, sugar addiction, weight loss, oral health, and overall health. Excessive cons
Can Food and Supplements Boost Your Collagen Levels?
Can eating bone broth help your skin look younger? Can a scoop of collagen powder in your drink? Can eating broccoli? And why does collagen matter anyway? What Is Collagen? It is the most abundant protein in the human body, accounting for about 30 % of our body’s proteins. Its fiber-like structure
The Gut-Brain Connection: How Nutrition Affects Your Mood
Did you know that what you eat not only influences your body's energy levels and physical health but also plays a significant role in your mood and mental well-being? We all experienced "stress stomach pain" at least once in our life, but the connection between our gut and brain goes much further an
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Antioxidant Benefits: Why Are They So Important For Your Skin and Overall Health?
The health benefits of antioxidants are well-known, but what many people don't know is that antioxidants are just as important for your skin as they are for your overall health. Antioxidants protect your cells from damage caused by free radicals, which can lead to a number of problems including prem
Why Do You Have to Read "Eat Beautiful" by Wendy Rowe?
If you're looking for a way to nourish your skin from the inside out, look no further than "Eat Beautiful: Nourish your skin from the inside out". This book provides plenty of information on how certain foods can help improve the appearance of your skin. The author, Wendy Rowe, is a world-renowned
Why Hot Chocolate Is In This Winter
The hottest drink of the season What sounds better than some warm hot cocoa? Not much. Too bad it doesn’t come without a nice little guilt trip. But what if we told you that hot chocolate can actually be pretty good for you? You heard us; chocolate isn't necessarily bad for you. Realistically, it
Five Recipes for Glowing Winter Skin
Rethinking store cupboard staples… There’s nothing like cold weather to dry out skin. The seasonal drop in temperature can leave even the healthiest skin feeling itchy, dry - and far from glowing! But before you splurge on yet another moisturizer or cream, here are a handful of kitchen remedie
Collagen Drinks: Separating Fact From Fiction
Do collagen drinks live up to the hype or are they too good to be true? If you’ve noticed lately that your Instagram feed has been flooded with collagen pills, powders, smoothies and shakes, you’re not alone. Collagen drinks are the latest beauty buzz, claiming to deliver everything from younger
Get Your Glow On With These Skin-Friendly Smoothie Recipes
Great skin never tasted so good. Skincare products are amazing and all, but what if we told you could achieve glowing, hydrated skin from sipping on a delicious smoothie? Believe it or not, diet plays a huge role in the appearance of your skin - especially when it comes to acne, anti-aging, and hydr
I Quit Coffee For 2 Weeks and Here’s What Happened
Better latte than never, right? Since I was 15 years old, every day without fail, I wake up and head straight to the coffee maker for a warm cup of joe. The second I sip on a freshly brewed coffee, I immediately feel at ease and can officially start my day. At this point, it’s actually diff
4 Naturally Green St. Patrick’s Day Cocktails
Just say no to food coloring. Guzzling cheap beer dyed green on St. Patrick’s Day is a beloved tradition that belongs to college students on spring break. You’re an adult (kind of)! So this year, step up your game with a few naturally green cocktails! These St. Patrick’s Day drinks are not onl
5 Snack/Skincare Pairings for the Ultimate Night In
Pizza goes with everything. On a night in, it can be tempting to chow down on your favorite junk food while indulging in some beauty therapy. But if you really want to show your skin some TLC, start with a nutritious, healthy diet. Sadly, an entire bag of Doritos does not fall into this category. So
5 Health Hacks To Get You Through The Holidays
Tis’ the season to wine & dine Winter is the most delicious time of the year - with an array of holiday office parties, gift exchanges with friends and plenty of family dinners planned, it’s no wonder the average amount of weight gained this time of year is about two pounds! If you do the m
Hydration Hacks (Because You Probably Aren’t Drinking Enough Water)
Water you doing with your life?! It’s probably safe to assume that if you’re reading this, you know on a basic level that water is really good for you. The human body is made up of 60% water, give or take. So, in order to keep all our organs in working order, water is key. (Hint: skin is
4 Easy Ways to Use Pumpkin (Other than Pie)
Why? Because we live to pumpkin spice everything in sight. Ah pumpkin - the most festive of gourds. Traditionally relegated to Thanksgiving pies and Jack-o-lanterns (and of course, in post-September lattes), pumpkins are actually surprisingly versatile. Here are just a few of the ways you can use p