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The Protein Balls That Taste Like Dessert but Fuel Your Body
If you’re always on the go, these no-bake protein balls are about to become your new best friend. They’re sweet, chewy, and full of good-for-you ingredients that actually keep you full and energized. Perfect for a quick breakfast bite, a pre-workout snack, or for when that dangerous mid-afternoon craving hits. Before we get to the recipe, let’s talk about what’s really inside these little bites of magic, and why each ingredient deserves its spot in the bowl. The Ingredients (
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Nov 73 min read


Mango Matcha Smoothie
This smoothie kind of happened by accident. The other morning, I was very in the mood for a smoothie, so naturally, I looked around the...
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Aug 62 min read


The Yogurt Bowl That’s Actually Worth the Hype
Yogurt bowls are everywhere right now. From TikTok to Pinterest, everyone’s turning their breakfast into a masterpiece. But here’s the...
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Aug 42 min read


Avo-Cottage Toast with Basil & Everything Bagel Seasoning
I've never been a fan of cottage cheese. In fact, I used to hate it so much that it made me gag. Recently though, I've been trying to...
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Aug 42 min read


So... What Actually Happens to Your Body When You Quit Refined Sugar?
Let’s be real: sugar is a part of almost everything we eat. It’s in the obvious stuff like candy and soda, but it also sneaks into...
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Jul 293 min read


Psst I See Red People: The Fiery Truth About Red 40 Burning Through Our Food System
Walk down any American grocery store aisle, and you’ll see a rainbow of artificially colored snacks, cereals, sodas, and candies—many of...
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Jul 213 min read


How Alice Waters Changed the Way America Eats, Thinks, and Lives Through One Small Restaurant
Alice Waters, famous chef, activist, and author, founded Chez Panisse in Berkeley, CA in 1971. But Chez Panisse was not your ordinary...
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Jun 73 min read


How I Ate Mindfully While Traveling (and how you can too)
When traveling, it can be especially difficult to maintain a mindful, balanced diet. Whether it’s the oh-so enticing ice cream shops or...
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Apr 295 min read


Cranberries: The Highly Underrated Fruit
Today, I opened the freezer door, hoping to find an array of frozen fruits to make a smoothie with. I scoured each shelf, but all I could...
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Apr 263 min read


Should You Be Drinking a Gallon of Water a Day? A Teen’s Guide to Smarter Hydration
Water may not be as trendy as green juices or protein smoothies, but it plays a bigger role in your health than almost any other...
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Apr 93 min read


American Nutrition: Why We’re Struggling to Eat Healthy (and How We Can Fix It)
America’s relationship with food is complicated. On one hand, we know more about nutrition than ever before. On the other, diet-related...
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Mar 313 min read


Matcha: The Green Elixir You Need in Your Life
Most days, I come home from school feeling completely drained, with an overwhelming urge to just collapse into bed. The problem? I’ve got...
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Mar 253 min read


The Animal That Is Processed Food
Imagine a wild animal creeping through your kitchen, disguising itself as your favorite snacks—chips, candy, frozen meals, and sugary...
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Mar 183 min read


My Favorite Healthy Banana Muffins
Today, I got home from school craving something sweet. Sure, I could’ve easily swung open my freezer door and munched on some...
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Mar 132 min read


Nourishing Teen Athletes: Essential Nutrition for Peak Performance
Being a teen athlete comes with exciting challenges, from pushing physical limits to achieving personal bests. But peak performance isn’t...
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Mar 123 min read


Intermittent Fasting for Teens: What You Need to Know
Intermittent fasting (IF) is everywhere—YouTube, TikTok, and wellness blogs are filled with people claiming it’s the secret to better...
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Mar 113 min read


Juice Cleanses: Health Hack or Hype?
Just the other day, I was strolling around the local mall when I stumbled across a store in the food court called Pressed Juicery. Simply...
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Mar 103 min read


The Good Fats: Omega-3 Fatty Acids
In the world of nutrition, few nutrients are as celebrated as omega-3 fatty acids. These essential fats play a crucial role in overall...
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Mar 73 min read


The Best Breakfast Banana Smoothie Ever.
On a busy school morning, you might find yourself reaching for a quick "breakfast", such as a piece of fruit or even a protein bar. On...
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Mar 72 min read


A Teen's Guide to Living a Healthy Lifestyle
There was a time when my daily routine consisted of mindless snacking, skipping proper meals, barely moving my body, and spending...
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Mar 63 min read
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