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Pectin is a naturally occurring complex carbohydrate, a soluble fiber, primarily found in the cell walls of fruits and vegetables. It plays a crucial role in providing structural support to plant cells. In the food industry, pectin is extracted from sources like citrus peels and apple pomace, and it is widely used as a gelling…
If you’re looking to improve your overall health and wellbeing, look no further than this health blog. Smart Health Living With a variety of topics ranging from nutrition to fitness, this blog has everything you need to feel amazing. Nutrition One of the most important aspects of a healthy lifestyle is nutrition. This blog offers…
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Are you an avid runner seeking ways to conquer mental fatigue and beat boredom during long runs? Look no further! In this blog post, we’ll share 13 engaging mind games that will keep your brain stimulated and your spirits high as you tackle those extra miles. Whether you’re training for a marathon or simply enjoying…
I know, the last thing I need right now is a new challenge, right? I’ve been nothing but overwhelmed for the better part of a year now and it’s absolutely taking a toll on my mental health. I’ve been wanting to write a whole post about it, but (ironically) writing vulnerable posts like that really…
Hey runner! Are you ready to infuse your runs with a splash of nostalgia and a whole lot of inspiration? If you’re a fan of the recently released live-action movie “Barbie,” we’ve got the perfect treat for you! We’ve curated the ultimate Barbie-inspired running playlist, featuring the movie’s fantastic soundtrack and some energizing hits to…
It’s been a long time since I’ve done a true personal blog post. I’ve been balancing many things at once the past few years and now it is beginning to sound like a broken record saying such things. Taking time to sit down and write has been something I have been missing for a long…
I know how many of us feel about tennis elbow. We have all heard of tennis elbow and usually don’t really pay attention until it hits us, then we really car how to get rid of tennis elbow. A couple of years ago I had been struggling with a tendon or ligament problem in my lower…
You may picture yoga as a pursuit only for lithe, youthful practitioners, but seniors can harness its transformative powers too. Yoga is popular with seniors because of its proven physical and mental health benefits, although it’s popular with all ages. But yoga is of special interest to seniors, as it can transform their health and…
Naomi Watts is tired of the silence surrounding menopause. In a July 24 interview with Hello! Magazine, Watts spoke about being diagnosed with early menopause at the age of 36, and the importance of candid conversation. “Going through menopause at such a young age was not easy, especially during a time when there was so…
July 15, 2023 16 Comments This spicy carrot salad recipe hangs out in your fridge – ready to eat when you are looking for a snack. Like my refrigerator dill pickles recipe and Chipotle corn salsa recipe, these spicy carrots get better with time (as do I). This recipe isn’t that spicy – it…
In this episode, Tina speaks with Natalie Newhart, Mindset Coach & Former Pro CrossFit Athlete and BodyBuilder, about why so many women over 35 struggle with losing weight. Natalie shares how a lack of self-love is the root of all weight, food, and health issues, how humanity has been intensely conditioned to not love ourselves…
I’m just going to come out and say it: Black people keep dying in the care of institutions of power and influence because these power structures (or the people within them) experience no significant penalty for killing us. It’s the reason why we keep seeing police officers shoot an unarmed man in the back on…
July 22, 2023 10 Comments This easy healthy banana bread recipe is for those of us with too many ripe bananas. I think this is an easy problem to solve. The last time I went to the store (Monday), I filled my cart to the brim. I bought a ton of food and I…
In this episode, Tina speaks with Evan Transue, FDN-P, aka Detective Ev and host of the Health Detective Podcast by Functional Diagnostic Nutrition. Evan shares his journey to healing, how he has changed as a person and how FDN has helped him do it. He believes that healing is a personal development journey; you need to become…
So, funny story—you know the movie series The Purge, right? The movie is about a government that facilitates a single day each year where all crime is legal. They go to great lengths to make it clear that this includes murder. It goes about as horrifically as you might expect—lots of torture, lots of petty vengeance,…