Sweet Potato Cinnamon Bun
A sweet potato cinnamon bun not only satisfies your sweet tooth but also offers a more nutrient-dense alternative to traditional cinnamon rolls.
Adding SP to dessert dishes helps stabilize blood sugar, reduce sugar cravings, improve digestion, and support gut health.
Check out the latest recipe, and let me know what you think.
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The Dangers of Overconsuming Coffee and Alcohol
In today’s world, stimulants like caffeine and alcohol are part of the daily routine for many.
The day starts with the rich aroma of freshly brewed coffee, luring you out of bed. You clutch your favourite mug, taking that first sip before uttering a single word to your spouse or family.
If you’re on the go, you grab an espresso on your way to work, needing that jolt to power through the morning.
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The Influence of Alcohol on Your Sleep
One of the most common complaints I hear from clients is how they struggle with receiving adequate sleep.
They often feel restless upon awakening and struggle with insomnia, causing them to toss and turn throughout the night.
When cortisol, known as the stress hormone, is not working correctly, individuals can experience a jerking sensation when they begin to fall asleep or wake up during the night, feeling wired and restless.
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A Simple Guide to Restoring Gut Health
Your gut and how you treat it are directly linked to the overall foundation of your health, and what you eat and how you live substantially influence your microbiome.
The microbiome consists of trillions of different species of bacteria, including parasites, viruses and fungi. When these "bugs" are fed a balanced diet, the immune system, metabolism and digestion can work in unity.
Unfortunately, many individuals have difficulty choosing healthy foods due to their fast-paced environment, inadequate food supply, and rising food costs.
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Are You Drinking Out of Habit?
Most people who drink have been drinking for an extended period. It probably started in the early twenties, if not sooner. If you grew up in the ’90s as a teenager, it was quite common to indulge in alcohol at an early age.
I remember my friend and I drinking straight cheap vodka behind our junior high school in 1994, the same year Kurt Cobain committed suicide.
The grunge era brought out the rebellious teenager in many of us. If you were growing up in a toxic environment, alcohol and drugs often became the exact escape you needed to numb the pain or fit into the scene.
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