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Inflammation

Research on inflammatory response has heightened recently and for good reason. Controlling inflammation is at the forefront of staying healthy. Do you understand what inflammatory response is and how to manage it? Read More

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Managing Stress

Not all stress is bad. It can make you more aware of things around you and help you remain focussed. However, stress left unchecked can cause respiratory, hormonal, nervous system and cardiovascular changes. Long-term chronic stress can cause a downturn in your overall wellness and quality of life causing a weakened immune system and disease. Most of us walk around in a chronic state of stress, and stress ( along with sleep deprivation ) also increases your level of cortisol. Read More

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Sleep

Sleep is one of the most crucial factors of overall wellness. Getting enough ZZZ’s can give you an edge in life keeping your brain sharp, boosting your mood, keeping your heart healthy and allowing you the energy to keep your fitness moving in the right direction. A lack of sleep can undermine all other efforts of your wellness. Unfortunately sleep deprivation can be caused by a number of factors and identifying the root cause can be challenging but a good place to start is with tackling your stress level. Read More

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