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Simon Hill has completed a degree in Physiotherapy, completed a plant based nutrition certificate course at Cornell University and is currently finishing his Masters in Nutrition at Deakin University. He is passionate about making nutrition information simple and accessible so people can make informed decisions about the food they feed themselves and their families. You can find him at @plant_proof. Historically, a vegan diet has earned a bad reputation in the fitness world. Mostly, people think: how could one get enough protein and find strength on a diet that excludes meat, fish and eggs? However, overwhelming scientific research has proven…
As registered dietitians and certified personal trainers specializing in weight loss for over 15 years, if you’re like our clients, you want to know what makes it so hard to lose stubborn belly fat… So today we’re sharing the cause of that stubborn belly fat, why it’s so hard to lose – what you can do about it and 7 tips to start losing it. So what is the cause of that stubborn belly fat?? Here’s the deal: There is never just ONE cause of Stubborn belly fat. , —> READ it again. If you lose some belly fat and…
The first ‘blueprint’ of human skeletal development reveals how the skeleton is formed, shedding light on the arthritis process and highlighting the cells involved in conditions that affect skull and bone development. Researchers from the Wellcome Sanger Institute and colleagues have used cutting-edge genomic techniques to identify all the cells and pathways involved in the early stages of skeletal development. Part of the wider Human Cell Atlas (HCA) project, this resource could be used to investigate whether current or future therapeutic drugs could disrupt skeletal development if used during pregnancy. The study, published today (November 20) in Natureshows a clear…
I never thought I would end up being a writer. The only thing I was interested in at school was art, and I barely had the discipline to sit down and draw. I was kind of lazy. Being an artist never felt like a viable job, so I never pursued it and did much with it. But writing has saved me. It saved me from feeling completely lost with no direction. It saved me from having no purpose and most of all, it saved my mental health. I started this blog over 6 years ago as a place to talk…
Losing weight can be a difficult journey and we all understand why! It’s no secret – our love of food makes it a challenge. But ladies, don’t worry! This article contains a hidden gem to speed up your weight loss, helping you shed those extra pounds faster and more effectively It’s very simple! You just need to add this simple ingredient to your healthy sodium diet Baking soda and lemon juice. That’s exactly what in this article we will show you 3 simple recipes, how to incorporate sodium bicarbonate into your healthy diet and speed up the weight loss process.…
Christmas Spirit Essential Oil Diffusing Blend is a Young Living blend that smells just like the holidays should smell! With spicy cinnamon notes, bright orange notes and black spruce aroma, this blend is my absolute favorite this season! It turns out to be one of the easiest essential oil recipes out there, and in this post, I’m going to share the recipe so you too can make your home smell festive this holiday season! Not to mention this DIY Spirit Christmas Mix recipe is budget friendly to boot!When I discovered essential oils 15 years ago, I began my journey using…
Sexually active people should be aware of another infection that could hamper their sex life. While STDs tend to be caused by bacteria, viruses and parasites, a new pathogen has entered the arena. What is this new infection? Let’s find out! Don’t leave your sexual health to chance. Try Better2Know today. What is ringworm? Doctors in New York have confirmed a new case of sexually transmitted ringworm. Ringworm, contrary to what its name might imply, is not a worm, but a form of fungus. The fungus survives in the dead tissues of the skin, hair, nails or scalp. During a…
Young adults at risk for psychosis have reduced brain connectivity, a deficit that appears to be exacerbated by cannabis use, a new study suggests. The discovery paves the way for psychosis treatments that target symptoms that current drugs miss. In the first study of its kind, McGill University researchers found a marked reduction in synaptic density—the connections between neurons that allow the brain to communicate—in people at risk of psychosis, compared to a healthy control group. Not every cannabis user will develop psychosis, but for some, the risks are high. Our research helps clarify why. “Cannabis appears to disrupt…
I have been a men’s mental health practitioner since November 21, 1969, when I held my newborn son and vowed to be a different father than my father could be to me and to do what I could to improve my mental situation. , emotional and relational lives of men and their families. Along the way I earned a Master of Social Work (MSW), a PhD in International Health and wrote 17 books, including Looking for love in all the wrong places: Overcoming romantic and sexual addictions and The Irritable Man Syndrome: Understanding and Managing the 4 Root Causes of…
Share gift guide ideas for your mom, grandma, aunt, SIL, maid of honor, or yourself! I call it. The holiday season is officially here and I am so ready for it! Bring the family fun, delicious food and festive parties. As for the gift, I try to recover as quickly as possible. My goal is to have everything ordered by Cyber Monday, wrapped up that week, and then I can kick back, relax, and enjoy the rest of the holiday season with the family. I wanted to share gift guides as early as possible this year in case you have…