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Do I need to combine plant proteins to make them complete?

Do I need to combine plant proteins to make them complete?

Scarlett Full
Most plant proteins are "incomplete" proteins, but that doesn't mean your body can't absorb or use them. Learn about instances when you may or may not...

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Dietary Protein: Do You Need to Supplement?

Dietary Protein: Do You Need to Supplement?

Scarlett Full
What happens when you don't get enough protein? Who is most at risk for under consuming protein? Should you use a plant protein supplement or...

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Essential Amino Acids During Training May Boost Muscle Recovery

Essential Amino Acids During Training May Boost Muscle Recovery

Scarlett Blandon
Exercise can cause damage to muscles. This damage contributes to the soreness during the following days. One way to mitigate muscle damage and soreness is...

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10 Ways to Naturally Boost Your Energy

10 Ways to Naturally Boost Your Energy

Scarlett Blandon
Have you ever jumped out of bed, invigorated and ready to tackle your daily tasks, only to find yourself feeling completely wiped out by late...

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A Meat Lover’s Guide to Meatless Dining

A Meat Lover’s Guide to Meatless Dining

Scarlett Blandon
Meatless Monday is a worldwide movement designed to help people and the environment by cutting out meat once a week. With so many people—and restaurants—taking part,...

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4 Things I Learned from Competitive Bodybuilding

4 Things I Learned from Competitive Bodybuilding

Scarlett Blandon
Learn the 4 things that helped vegan Rachel Yarger, on her competitive bodybuilding journey.

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Best Foods to Tame a Hangover

Best Foods to Tame a Hangover

Scarlett Blandon
Is coffee, greasy food and "hair of the dog" real hangover cures? Here are some of the best foods and drinks you can consume if you’re...

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Going Vegan? Make Sure you Eat These Nutrients

Going Vegan? Make Sure you Eat These Nutrients

Scarlett Blandon
The quality of a plant-based diet is very important and a good determinant of the resulting health benefits. Here are some of the top nutrients you should watch...

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Benefits of a Plant-Based Diet for Heart Health

Benefits of a Plant-Based Diet for Heart Health

Scarlett Blandon
Update: How Heart Health Impacts Covid-19 (below) Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the US for both men and women. If you have...

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Bacteria – The Good, the Bad, and Your Gut

Bacteria – The Good, the Bad, and Your Gut

Scarlett Blandon
Find out how friendly bacteria in your gut plays a key role in weight control, immune system, digestive health, and even your mood, plus all...

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How to Use Protein Before, During, and After Your Workout

How to Use Protein Before, During, and After Your Workout

Scarlett Blandon
Whether you use dairy or plant-based protein, we all know that healthy doses of the stuff is vital to exercise recovery and performance. Yet it’s...

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Top 5 Full Body Workouts For Serious Gains

Top 5 Full Body Workouts For Serious Gains

Scarlett Blandon
Vegan competitive bodybuilder Rachel Yarger talks about her top 5 full body workouts plus the importance of good vegan nutrition for building muscle.

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