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Lose the stubborn pounds.

I starting my first diet at the age of 12. When I went off to college, I was so worried about putting on the Freshman 15, I put on 20+ pounds instead.

I had no idea how food was connected to my mental health. I just cared about my jean size. It was not until something snapped inside of me, that my world shifted and I became empowered to feel good in my body and my mind.

Here are tips to losing weight and feeling great.

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Natural Ways to Manage Depression.

Serotonin is a chemical that affects our mood. It can help us to feel happy and motivated. A lack of this chemical in the body can make us feel sad and anxious.

While an estimated 90% of serotonin is found in the lining of your gastrointestinal tract (gut) only 10% of serotonin is produced by the brain. 

Anyone can benefit from these brain and gut boosting tips.

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Is all protein created equally?

Protein, or amino acids, are a critical component to life, so we often associate eating protein with health, regardless of the format we consume it in. 

Unfortunately, many protein and snack bars available are loaded with highly processed protein “isolates,” sweeteners and inflammatory ingredients, additives and oils. While these protein bars and powders may be tasty and temporarily satisfying, they can wreak havoc on the digestive system, create inflammation in the body and are not an ideal source of nourishment for the brain, or active muscle recovery.

Get the full scoop…

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12 AWESOME products you can only find in Natural Grocers.

In Dallas, we’re lucky to have a handful of nice grocery stores, but there is something special about Natural Grocers. It’s the place to snag unique gems IRL that you’d only really find in hip and healthy spots on the West coast. 

Have you tried Majestic garlic fluff? Or Pickled Planet Kraut? What about raw fresh goat cheddar?

Whether you are in Dallas or not, these are products you want to know about if you are a wellness nerd.