There is a balance to be found with exercise. Too little or too much is detrimental to your health. Instead of thinking you need to suddenly commit hours to the gym and a workout regimen, start by getting your steps in.  Try parking a little further away when you do errands or arrive at work. Try challenging yourself to stand up and do movement during commercial breaks. Marching in place, air squats, band bicep curls, etc. are all easy ways to move your body. Earn your body s

Navigating the medical system can feel like a maze. You wait weeks or even months to see a specialist, only to leave the appointment feeling more confused or frustrated than before. Sometimes, doctors cannot order certain tests or treatments because insurance companies restrict what they can do. This leaves many people feeling stuck and unsure how to move forward with their health. That is why being your own health advocate is essential. Taking charge of your health means un

When we talk about macros, everyone’s mind goes directly to adding protein and cutting fat and carbs.  Sure, this approach might work, but it depends on what your body needs to sustain itself.  As a society, we tend to under eat the amount of protein we need.  Protein is imperative to building and repairing the body, especially our muscles, and it also helps to keep us fuller longer. That being said, adding too much protein too quickly to your diet can upset the gut microbiom