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3 Simple Hacks to Beat the Most Stubborn Weight-Loss Resistance

When I began working with clients nearly four decades ago, almost everyone got great results. But occasionally, I would have that person who did everything correctly and yet could not lose…

How to Burn Belly Fat (+ Why It Happens in the First Place)

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One of the questions I get asked most often is, “JJ, how do I get rid of stubborn belly fat?” As important as this question is, before you can take steps to banish belly fat and be…

Is Leaky Gut the Reason You Struggle to Keep Weight Off?

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You may not associate problems like fatigue, brain fog, skin issues, achy joints, and weight loss resistance with gut health. When you eat a particular food and suddenly get a headache…

Damage Control Over the Holidays: 6 Quick Tips to Be the Best Fat Burner

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Temptation is ever-present during the holidays. Stick to your goals (even if you slip a little) with these simple tips to minimize the impact of holiday indulgence. More than any other time…

How Sugar Surges Pandemic Stress (+ 5 Ways to Dial Down Stress)

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For many of us, last year dialed up our already high-stress levels a few notches. Stay-at-home orders, homeschooling, social distancing, fears about getting the virus, and watching loved…

Improving Anxiety and Alertness with L-Theanine

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People have noted that while coffee makes them jittery, green tea—despite its caffeine content—has a calming effect. It’s possible the difference is due to green tea having substantially…

New Study Demonstrates Quercetin Supplementation Improves Neuromuscular Function Recovery from Muscle Damage

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Antioxidants have been commonly used to protect against damage secondary to exercise; however, there have been mixed results. In addition, there has been some debate that using high doses…

Simple Ways to Support Immune Health from the Inside Out

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Since the start of the pandemic, we have spent a lot of time stocking up on hand sanitizer and face masks to bolster our external defenses, but it’s also important to consider ways to reinforce…

Myth Busting: Why Losing Weight Isn’t About Eating Less & Exercising More

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If you're still trying to lose weight by exercising more and eating less, I have just two words for you: stop it! Time to get off the treadmill, pick up your fork, and get lean and fit the healthy…

Myth Busting: Why Genetics Won’t Keep You From Losing Weight

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This video busts an especially heartbreaking myth. It's based on a question I got from a community member, and it's something so many of have struggled with. If your whole family is overweight…

Recipe: Peppermint Tea

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Not only is Peppermint Tea a light, refreshing drink, it’s also fantastic for your gut health! In fact, studies have shown that peppermint oil is a natural antibacterial and can help reduce…

Better Than Vacation: 6 Blissful Benefits of Meditation

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Stellar sleep, a healthier brain, lower inflammation, and better mood? Meditation can do all of that and more! With so many things on your busy to-do list, hitting the pause button to meditate…