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Women's Health


The Hidden Dangers of Extreme Diets Like Keto for Women's Health
If you're anything like me, you have fallen victim to the marketing surrounding diets like keto, paleo, and carnivore. I even tried the celery diet, thinking that it would help me lose weight. However, the only thing these diets did was make me feel like a failure for not being able to do them for more than a few days. I only reaped the benefits from changing my nutritional habits after I learned more about nutrition and why my body needs carbs to function. Extreme diets like

Naima Smith
2 days ago2 min read


Understanding the Essential Role of Carbohydrates and Fats in Women's Nutrition
Carbs and fats are not the enemy! Carbohydrates and fats are the two macronutrients that women have been conditioned to fear, but they are actually an essential part of a healthy diet. In today's fast-paced world, nutrition often takes a backseat to convenience. However, understanding the essential role of carbohydrates and fats in women's diets is vital for overall health and well-being. These macronutrients are not just sources of energy; they are crucial for hormonal bal

Naima Smith
Nov 44 min read


The Importance of a High-Protein Diet for Women and Easy Ways to Boost Protein Intake
Why is protein so important for women?

Naima Smith
Nov 44 min read


The Prevalence of Autoimmune Diseases in Women and the Role of Exercise in Management
80% of people with autoimmune diseases are women. Why is that, and can exercise really help manage these diseases?

Naima Smith
Oct 285 min read


Why is Women's Health Research SO BEHIND?
Women continue to have worse health outcomes than their male counterparts, and the healthcare system is partly responsible. Why is Women’s Health Research So Behind Men’s? According to the KFF Women's Health survey, nearly 50% of women have reported that they have had a negative interaction or experience with a healthcare provider. My own experience as a woman of color reflects that as well. The doctor's office has never been a place I've felt seen or heard. I have always fe

Naima Smith
Oct 142 min read


How to Exercise According to Your Cycle
Energy Levels Throughout Your Cycle For decades, most exercise programs have been designed using a one-size-fits-all approach that often overlooks one crucial factor: female physiology. Unlike the male hormonal cycle, which repeats roughly every 24 hours, the female cycle typically spans 28 days, bringing natural fluctuations in hormones such as estrogen, progesterone, follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), and luteinizing hormone (LH). These hormonal changes affect not only moo

Naima Smith
Sep 95 min read


4 Reasons You Should Strength Train
If you need more reasons to add strength training to your routine, here are 4!

Naima Smith
Sep 22 min read


3 Tips to Stay Consistent
Here are 3 easy ways to stay consistent so you can accomplish your goals in no time!

Naima Smith
Aug 263 min read
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