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All Things Fitness & Nutrition

A collection of topics related to fitness and nutrition. Topics from gut health, intermittent fasting, macros and different types of training modalities. I hope you find this helpful.

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EVERYTHING YOU WANT TO KNOW ABOUT MOUTH TAPING

I learned a lot about the function of the nose and nasal cavities. It is amazing how intricately we are created and how the smallest parts, in our human estimation, don’t seem to make a big difference. 

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8 Benefits of Exercise You are Missing

We all know that nutrition plays a crucial role in our overall well-being. But did you know combining it with regular exercise can take your health and fitness to a new level? In this article, we'll dive into the importance of exercise, its various forms, and how it impacts your body. Plus, we'll explore the nutritional aspects that complement your fitness journey.

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7 Simple Changes for a Powerful Anti-Inflammatory Diet 

7 Simple Changes for a Powerful Anti-Inflammatory Diet 

Inflammation is a buzzword we hear a lot these days, but what does it really mean for our health? Simply put, inflammation is your body’s natural response to injury or infection. It’s like an internal alarm system that signals your immune system to kick into gear, fighting off harmful invaders and beginning the healing process.

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Immune Health

Immune health is directly related to your gut health! Guess what, seventy percent of your immune cells are connected to your digestive track!

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Natural vs. Processed Sugar

Whole food carbohydrates have a natural source of sugar, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and fibers that DO NOT process the same way as your boxed and bagged “bad” carbohydrates do. These sources are known to have all sorts of added sugar in them, which we should avoid! Good naturally occuring sugars digest more slowly and offer a steady supply of energy to your cells.

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Life Style + Supplements

In general, a healthy lifestyle is the single best step you can take toward naturally keeping your immune system strong and healthy. Every system in your body, including the immune system, functions better when following balanced and healthy lifestyle. Supplements are best added as a support. These are some supplements I recommend for added immune benefit.

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Tracking Macros vs. Calories

TRACKING MACROS is more effective in changing your body composition. By tracking macros, fat and muscle can be reshaped. Understanding how food fuels your body and why the right kind of foods are important, you can confidently make the choices necessary to reach your goals.

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Why Strength Train

Building and maintaining muscle mass is the best way to keep fat in a healthy range. When lean muscle mass is present in the body it is more demanding of calories than fat, meaning it requires more energy to maintain lean muscle tissue than it does to maintain fat. As muscle mass is built, your metabolic rate increases. When your metabolic rate increases your caloric, expenditure becomes higher.

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