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A Guide to Sleeping Pills: Risks, Options, and Recommendations

Sleeping pills treat insomnia by making you feel drowsy and relaxed. Sleep aids, including natural ones like melatonin, can cause side effects. You may feel confused or sleepy during the day. Some people walk or eat in their sleep (parasomnia). Other nondrug therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) may be better at improving your sleep. Here is a summary of what works, and what to stay away from.

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Lauren Costantini Lauren Costantini

Nourish Your Summer: Key Nutrition Insights for 2024

Whatever your food goals, you’re bound to find at least a few morsels of wisdom in some of my favorite nutrition science-based studies of 2024 — whether it’s learning to take the latest TikTok health hack with a grain of salt, or actually cutting back on alcohol. Here are 6 important nutrition takeaways from the year so far.

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Lauren Costantini Lauren Costantini

Losing Weight vs. Losing Fat: Understanding the Key Differences

If you're embarking on a weight-loss journey, it's essential to understand the distinction between losing weight and losing fat. Although these terms are often used interchangeably, they refer to different processes in the body and have varying impacts on your overall health. In today’s newsletter, we'll explore the differences and help you decide which goal to prioritize.

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Lauren Costantini Lauren Costantini

Easy Ways to Get More Protein

Although most people in the U.S. are not protein deficient, it is important to have a bit of protein at each meal to reach healthy amounts. So what are the easiest ways to get this protein? Read on for some Tips, Tricks and Hacks!

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