Category Archives: Healthy Living

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Why You Shouldn’t Drink Your Pre-Workout

Posted on by Connie Wan, Ph. D.
You Shouldn’t Drink Your Pre-Workout
21
Jun

There’s nothing like the feeling of a solid workout where you not only reached your goals but exceeded them. However, you know that doesn’t happen every time you exercise because, well, you’re human. But, many athletes and workout enthusiasts are reaching for a pre-workout supplement to give that extra boost of energy and performance. It’s not just anecdotal evidence that supports pre-workouts. The Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition published a study reporting that combining a pre-workout supplement with a high-intensity interval training (HIIT) workout significantly increased workout gains.

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Why Do I Keep Falling Asleep at My Desk? And What To Do About It

Posted on by Connie Wan, Ph. D.
Falling Asleep at My Desk
18
May

Depleted energy levels and daytime fatigue plague many people in America. It is a huge issue that impacts people’s quality of life and work. For some people, this issue can become extreme. Many workers are struggling with fatigue to the point where they’re nodding off during the workday, and waking up wondering “Why am I falling asleep at my desk?”. In this article, we’ll explore why you might be falling asleep at your desk and what you can do about it.

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How Getting Better Sleep Can Help You Hit Your New Year’s Workout Goals

Posted on by Connie Wan, Ph. D.
Sleep Impacts Performance
31
Jan

It’s estimated that more than 74 percent of American adults made a New Years’ resolution this year, and between 43 and 47 percent of resolutions are health-related. That’s unsurprising because having a healthier lifestyle may prevent illness and injury and may lead to a longer life.

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What is a Coffee Nap and Why to Try It

Posted on by Connie Wan, Ph. D.
26
Jan

Isn’t life better when you can combine two wonderful things? Swimming and sunshine. Dogs and cats. Chocolate and peanut butter. Coffee and…naps? You heard me. Coffee and naps. You likely love coffee, especially in the morning, and you likely also love naps, even if you don’t get to take them as often as you like. Well, this amazing new combination is here with us due to science.

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Is Chili Good For Metabolism?

Posted on by Connie Wan, Ph. D.
Is Chili Good For Metabolism?
19
Jan

Chilies are some of the most popular spices in the world. Chilies are both a food and a spice, or more accurately, a food that is used as a spice. Grown in warmer climates, chilis are integrated into the food of many cultures around the world. Jamaica, for example, is famous for using one of the hottest chilies around, the scotch bonnet.

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Caffeine May Reduce the Risk of Dementia in Women

Posted on by Connie Wan, Ph. D.
dementia and caffeine
29
Oct

One of the many reasons people take care of their health is so that their older years are golden. There are a lot of regular activities that can help protect brain health as we age. We already know about exercise and eating antioxidant-rich foods, but what about caffeine intake? Maybe you feel guilty about your […]

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How do Nootropics Help Your Energy Level?

Posted on by Brad Fitch
nootropics word cloud
19
Oct

Nootropics go by another name, smart drugs. Nootropics are natural or synthetic substances that boost cognitive brain function and improve mental performance. They are extremely popular in today’s society with everyone from students to athletes to office workers. People need to be able to perform at their very best in our world, and with the […]

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How Plant Rich Diet Foods May Lower Heart Disease Risk?

Posted on by Connie Wan, Ph. D.
fresh food
28
Aug

Eating plant-rich diet promotes heart health and lower heart disease risk at any age, according to two recent studies published in the Journal of the American Heart Association.  Analyzing different measures of healthy plant food consumption, both studies reported that people from young adults to postmenopausal women had fewer heart attacks and were less likely to develop cardiovascular disease […]

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