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What Does Magnesium Do and Where Do I Find It?

Magnesium is a vital micronutrient that is required for over 300 different metabolic reactions in the body. It’s the 11th most abundant mineral in the body, and the average person contains around 25 grams of magnesium at any time, most of which is found in the bones. Magnesium is

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What Do the B Vitamins Do and Where Do I Find Them?

The B vitamins are a group of water-soluble vitamins that the body requires for a number of functions. There are eight B vitamins - B1 (thiamin), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), B5 (pantothenic acid), B6 (pyridoxine), B7 (biotin), B9 (folate or folic acid) and B12 (cobalamin). Each one has slightly different

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Superman Exercise For Lower Back (With Modifications)

There is a limited number of exercises that target the lower back. Deadlifts are one of the most popular movements to build strength in the lower back. A lesser-known lower back exercise is the Superman movement. This is a great bodyweight exercise that requires no equipment to perform but is

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Stair Climbing Challenge

There’s a popular misconception that you need to go to a gym if you want to get a good workout. However, you can get a sweat on by using a common household or apartment structure - the stairs! If you want to gain muscle strength and endurance in your

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Sleepy At Work? Try This

Are you finding yourself feeling tired and lethargic in the afternoons while you’re at work? There are a number of reasons why you might be getting that tired feeling. Our bodies work on a natural 24-hour clock. This is known as the circadian rhythm, and it can be the

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A Quick Tip to Help You Calm Down Quickly

It’s easy to start feeling overwhelmed when you have several things on your task list, incoming work calls, and emails from your managers or clients. Life is full of stressors, and it’s almost impossible to avoid them. Instead of trying to dodge every stressful situation or event that

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One Tip for Becoming a Better Runner

If you’re keen on becoming a better runner, you might be tempted to simply run more. However, if you want to improve your speed and endurance, there is a better way to succeed. Introduce variety into your exercise program and reduce your risk of bone stress and joint injury

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Is Dried Fruit Good For You?

You might wonder if dried fruit is actually good for you or not. It’s made out of fruit, which is healthy, but because of its sugar content, dried fruit can get a bad rap. Dried fruit is made by removing most of the water. The most common dried fruits

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How Often Should I Change My Toothbrush?

Replacing your toothbrush is something that you might easily forget to do. When life gets busy, it’s not the first thing on our minds. We get up each morning, brush our teeth, and get ready for work without a second thought about how long we’ve been using the

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How Often Do I Need to Reapply Sunscreen?

Sunscreen contains protective components that help reflect the harmful UVB rays from the sun away from your skin. Prolonged exposure to the sun’s UVB rays is associated with an increased risk of skin cancer, and wearing sunscreen to prevent UVB from damaging your skin can lower your risk of

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Mealtime - More Than Just Nutrients?

When we think of the benefits of food we often consider the nutrients and energy we get that allows our body to function well. However, there is more to food than nourishing our body; it can feed our mental health, too! Preparing and eating delicious food can bring joy; it

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Here's How To Tone Your Upper Body While Walking

Although walking is a full-body exercise, it works the lower body muscles much more than the upper body muscles. Therefore, if your goal is to build muscle in your arms and shoulders (a.k.a. tone your upper body), you might think that walking is not the best type of

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Adult Picky Eaters

It’s not just children and teenagers who are fussy about food. Adults can also be selective eaters as the taste, smell, or texture of certain foods can be unenjoyable for some people. If you’re the partner of a selective eater, or you’re hosting a dinner event where

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3 Tips For Preventing This Common Racquet Sport Injury

If you play racquet sports, you probably know somebody who has suffered from a sprained ankle. A sprained ankle is one of the most common injuries amongst those who play sports like tennis, squash, or badminton. This is likely because of the rapid back and forth movements that the player

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Why "Perfect" Isn't "Perfect"

Have you ever felt the need to strive for perfection? Many of us have grown up chasing the idea of succeeding in everything we do, with societal pressures only enhancing these feelings. Research shows that perfectionism is complex and those who strive to make everything perfect are often highly motivated

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What Is a Complete Protein?

Protein is an essential macronutrient that we need to consume every day in our diet. Depending on your size, age, weight, and activity levels, your protein needs will differ. However, you should aim to get at least 25% of your daily calories from protein. Protein is vital for muscle maintenance

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What Does Gluten-Free Mean?

There’s a lot of buzz and interest in eating gluten-free nowadays. You’ve probably heard experts talking about gluten-free diets, and maybe you know somebody who eats a diet that is free of gluten. There are many reasons why people eat gluten-free diets. Sometimes, an individual has a medical

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Ways to unplug without taking a vacation

Vacations are the perfect way to wind down and take some time for yourself. However, it takes a lot of planning and money to organize them, especially if you like to go abroad for your vacations. Luckily, there are lots of ways to unplug from work and relax your mind

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Walking 101: Which is more important, distance or speed?

Walking is a simple yet effective form of exercise. It burns calories, improves fitness and is accessible to many people, making it a great fitness choice. What's more, you can vary your walks to meet your needs and abilities. As simple as walking is, there are a few things to

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Simple Ways to Add Protein to Your Salad

Salad is a healthy meal you can enjoy for lunch or dinner. While it might not sound very filling, there are lots of ways to make yours more exciting, vibrant and satisfying. You don’t need to stick to just vegetables and dressing when you’re making a salad. If

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Not Hungry After a Long Run? Here's Why.

Running is a great form of cardio to improve your fitness and endurance. Just 15-20 minutes a few times every week can do the trick to boost your cardiovascular function and build skeletal muscle mass. You might think that after running, you should be hungry. After all, you’re burning

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How to Make the Most Out of Your Commute to Work

If your job requires you to physically attend a work location, you’ll be no stranger to the daily commute. For those of you who live near your work location, the commute might be short and painless. However, for those traveling further, commuting can eat up hours every week. Unfortunately,

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How to Become a Runner (Again)

If you used to run regularly but have recently taken a break from training, you might be wondering how you can get back into running. Although there are lots of exercises that are beneficial for your health, running is a great option as it doesn’t require a membership or

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How to Convince Your Family to Embrace Healthy Eating

You might be keen on healthy eating, and you enjoy fuelling your body with nutrient-dense foods, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that your family is going to be on the same page. Many people don’t enjoy eating healthy foods, and they won’t be happy if you try

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How to Add Prebiotics to My Diet

Prebiotics are fibers that are found in a variety of different foods. They cannot be digested by the body, but they can be digested by the bacteria that live in the gut. Beneficial gut bacteria thrive off the fibers in prebiotics, so consuming prebiotics can help improve your digestive health.