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What are Eggshell Membrane Collagen Benefits?

Eggshell membrane collagen is rich in 18 essential amino acids to promote tissue growth. The yolks and egg whites are also rich in collagen.

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Why Do Athletes Take Collagen?

Let’s explore why athletes take to collagen and why there are many reasons you should include this protein in your diet.

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Is Plant-Based Collagen Really Collagen?

Plant-based collagen is a trend that lacks the benefits you expect from collagen derived from animal sources. Let's talk about why!

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What Enzymes Aid with the Digestion of Protein?

Let's discuss the main digestive enzymes and how supplementing digestive enzymes helps with protein digestion.

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Are Pumpkin Spice Lattes Bad for You?

Pumpkin spice lattes are the ultimate fall treat. Yet they're often packed with nasty ingredients. Here's what I drink instead.

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Why Choose A Functional Medicine Approach?

Why is the functional medicine approach becoming more mainstream? Let’s look at the reasons to choose functional medicine.

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Why You Should Combine Collagen and Probiotics

Collagen and probiotics provide a range of benefits. Taken together they create a maximum-strength weapon for your gut-skin axis.

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Functional Medicine’s Approach to Diagnosing Addison’s Disease

Addison’s disease is a rare autoimmune disease, Yet, diagnosing Addison's disease can be tricky. Find out why in this article.

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What are Phytonutrients?

What are phytonutrients? They play a role in your health, and here is how to easily incorporate them into your diet.

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Gut Health & Your Immune System: What’s the Connection?

The Covid-19 pandemic put immune health into the spotlight and now the connection between your gut and your immune system is taking center stage. We continue to learn more about the connection between your gut health and your immune system...

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