Cortisol
Cortisol is the "get up and go" hormone. Your cortisol levels dip in the mid afternoon and rise again in the later afternoon.
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Kale & Avocado Salad with Blueberries & Edamame
Bursting with nutrient-rich produce, this California-inspired salad is a delicious and satisfying way to get your vitamins. We love the...
Melatonin
If you have trouble sleeping, it is likely you have heard of Melatonin. A lot of people take Melatonin as a sleep aid. It is produced...
Hunger Hormones
The body has many hormones that regulate hunger. We are going to look at two hormones and how they affect our eating behaviors. Ghrelin...
Avocado & Corn Salad
In this fresh summer salad recipe, sweet corn and honey balance nicely with tomatoes, avocado and lime juice. Bring it along to your next...
What Are Hormones?
Most people have heard of hormones and are aware that they can affect our every day lives, our mood, our relationships etc. What exactly...
Instant Pot Chicken & Vegetable Soup with Noodles
To make a flavorful base for this soup—while still using some shortcuts—we pressure-cook store-bought broth with ginger, garlic,...
What is the Vagus Nerve
The Vagus nerve is the main nerve connecting your brain down to your heart and your gut. It controls everything from your heart rate and...
What is Toxic Positivity?
Sometimes life throws curve balls, and sometimes the ball machine totally breaks and starts pummeling you with balls. While being...
Teriyaki Beef Stew
by Taste of Home TOTAL TIME: Prep: 20 min. Cook: 6-1/2 hours YIELD: 6 servings. As they say, necessity is the mother of invention" I...
When Should You Start Palliative Care?
What is palliative care? When is a good time to start palliative care? Palliative Care is a misunderstood branch of medical care. I...
Butternut Squash Soup
This is one of my favorite soups, full of comfort and nutrition. If you need more protein in your diet, feel free to add organic...
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