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Building Resilience: Key Strategies for Lasting Addiction Recovery

https://unsplash.com/photos/a-scrabble-type-block-spelling-the-word-resilince-4lA1sDFr8Y8 Ready to learn the truth about addiction recovery? Yes, you can recover. Seriously. True, long-term recovery requires so much more than just getting clean. It requires building something deeper and stronger than addiction: resilience. Without resilience, life post-addiction is a daily struggle and you’re one drink or drug away from another downward spiral. With…

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Can You Use Protein Powder During Intermittent Fasting?

Why protein powder is your best friend during intermittent fasting (and how to use it right) Ever wonder if your protein powder and intermittent fasting routine are working together or fighting each other? I’ve been there. One minute you’re proudly fasting, the next you’re wondering if that protein shake just ruined everything. Good news: protein…

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Do You Need Protein Powder on Rest Days?

Ever wonder if you should toss that protein shake on days you’re not hitting the gym? Let me break down why protein powder on rest days might be as important as your workout days (maybe even more so). If you’re regularly training, that protein scoop isn’t just for post-workout – it’s actually critical for what…

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Is Protein Powder Dairy-Free? Here’s How to Tell

Can protein powder be dairy-free? Absolutely. But not all protein powders skip the dairy. I used to think all protein powder was basically the same stuff. Turns out that’s like thinking all milk is the same (spoiler: oat milk and cow milk are pretty different). The answer depends entirely on what the protein is made…

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Is Protein Powder Good to Take Before Bed?

Should you drink a protein shake before bed? Here’s what the science actually says Ever lay in bed wondering if that pre-sleep protein shake is actually helping your gains – or just making you gassy? If you’re someone who hits the gym regularly, you’ve probably heard conflicting advice about night time protein. Some fitness bros…

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Is Protein Powder Effective After a Workout?

Ever wondered if chugging that post-workout protein shake is actually worth it? Or if it’s just another fitness myth that’s emptying your wallet? Let me break down the science of protein powder after workouts and whether it’s actually doing what you think it’s doing for your muscles. Spoiler alert: there’s good news and “it depends”…

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Is Protein Powder a Steroid? (Huge Myth Debunked)

When I think about protein powder, one thing that always makes me laugh is how many people still think it’s basically a steroid. Let me clear this up once and for all: protein powder is not a steroid. Not even close. It’s like comparing a banana to a Ferrari – they’re completely different things that…

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Walking the Path to Wellness: Who’s Helping You Stay Balanced?

Finding balance is difficult when managing your health, work schedule, family life, and personal obligations. Unfortunately, many people struggle to find the time to focus on their wellness while balancing such obligations. However, a lack of balance can cause new problems and worsen existing issues in your life. Wellness has as much to do with…

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Breaking the Stigma Around Addiction Treatment

Image source It’s not easy to talk about addiction. For many people, the fear of being judged is just as strong as the struggle with substance use itself. This fear often keeps them from reaching out for help. In communities across the country, stigma is one of the biggest barriers to recovery. Even in cities…

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Is Protein Powder Safe for Your Kidneys? Here’s the Research

I’ve been throwing down protein shakes since I was 16 years old. Almost every guy (and now many women) I know have done the same. But lately I’ve been wondering – is all this protein powder actually good for me? More specifically, is it hurting my kidneys? Let’s dive into what science says about protein…