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Here you’ll find clear information about health, nutrition, fitness and lifestyle written by our team of certified coaches, trainers, nutritionists and specialists.
Why Stress Could Be the Root of All Disease: A Holistic Health Perspective
In the world of holistic health and functional medicine, we often hear the phrase “stress is the root of all disease.” While this might sound like an oversimplification, there’s a growing body of evidence suggesting that chronic stress plays a pivotal role in the development and progression of numerous health conditions. Let’s explore why stress has such a profound impact on our health and why addressing it is crucial for overall wellbeing.
How Sleep Affects Your Health Goals
Why do we spend a third of our lives sleeping? This article will cover how sleep operates within the body, ways to improve sleep, and several other topics touching on sleep hygiene, sleep quality.
VO2 Max / Max Oxygen Uptake Test – Interpretation, Benefits & Application
In this article we’re going to breakdown everything you need to know about VO2 Max. What exactly it measures,...
Food Processing – What Is It & What Should I Look Out For?
Food processing is anything done to food beyond quite literally eating it fresh from where it’s grown. ...
What is a Calorie? How Many Calories Should I Eat?
The Definitive Guide to Understanding Calories and Energy Balance Understanding what a calorie is will allow you to...
What are Macronutrients?
Macronutrients (or “macros”) refer to the carbohydrates, proteins and fats (lipids) found in the foods we eat. Any...
What is Integrative Medicine?
Health, though a commonly used word, carries a lot of complex meanings that often resonate very personally with...
The Importance of Posture & Movement
Aesthetics, Balance, Coordination, Speed, Power, Longevity & More NOTE: This article explores posture and movement...
Plantar Fasciitis – Definition, Causes, Prevention & Practical Treatments
Plantar fasciitis is inflammation of the thick connective tissue at the bottom of the foot, running from the heel to...
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Integrative Performance’s blog is written by certified and experienced nutritionists, health coaches, personal trainers, and clinical specialists.
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