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What are Sugar Alcohols? The Not-So-Sweet Truth about these Sugar Alternatives Every Wellness Junkie Should Know

Sugar alcohols are the star ingredient in some of the most popular zero calorie sugar alternatives out there and you can find them in everything from sugar-free gum to “clean” protein bars and guilt-free keto brownies. They sound kind of science-y, but also somehow natural. And if you’re trying to cut sugar, stabilize your blood […]

The Sweet and Sugar Free
Murdering our brain cells. Stroking us out. New research confirms Erythritol is trying to kill us.

It’s murdering our brain cells and stroking us out. The University of Colorado Boulder just confirmed that erythritol seriously damages our brain’s microvascular endothelial cell function leading to a drastically higher risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular events. And that’s in amounts found in your standard-sized artificially sweetened drinks. University of Colorado Boulder’s researchers treated human cells […]

Fitness Trends
Pilates vs Lagree. The skinny on the latest trending workout.

Intensity. Lagree vs Pilates can be distilled into that one word. The Lagree Method is similar to Pilates. It features low-impact, targeted exercises that focus on the core and muscular strength. The goal is muscular endurance for tight, dense, compact muscle. Just like Pilates, Lagree also has equipment. The main one is a spring-based machine […]

Meal Prepping
Winter Meal Prep 101

If you want to be that girl (or guy) who stays healthy and on track despite months of cold temperatures, long evenings, and oh so many culinary temptations, this winter meal prep guide is for you. 👏 Why Winter Meal Prep Keeps You Healthy 1. Better Nutrition and Portion Control Like we mentioned, winter throws […]