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The word “collagen” comes from the Greek word kolla, which means glue. We can think of collagen as the glue that holds the body together, giving it its structure, strength, and flexibility. Collagen comprises more of the body than any other protein and is found in nearly every part of the human body. It is essential for a variety of bodily processes....

We’re just a couple of weeks into the school year and already struggling to find healthy breakfast options the kids will love. Cereal and toaster waffles are easy, but hardly the breakfasts of champions! Most convenience breakfast foods — even the organic versions — are overly processed, loaded with sugar and carbs, and offer little nutritional value. Worse yet, they have very...

Acai bowls have become popular in Brazil, California, and Hawaii, and the trend is slowly spreading to other parts of the world. An acai bowl is a nutrient-packed breakfast and completely customizable. You can swap out ingredients for whatever you have on hand, and this is a great way to use excess garden produce, pick-your-own fruit, or farmers’ market deals. Acai is...

Judging by our blog traffic, recipes are extremely popular with our readers! I thought I’d take this opportunity to share all of our favorite recipes in one place so you can find them easily. These gluten-free recipes are not only healthy and delicious, but they are also designed to help you lose weight and gain energy while leaving you feeling satisfied. What...

Every time I went to the grocery store, I used to load up my cart with chocolate bars and chocolate chips. Every woman knows you need chocolate to survive! But these days, I’ve stopped buying chocolate. I was worried about the processed sugar found even in the organic brands. Plus, one bite was never enough. I was not about to give up...