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The Mediterranean Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You
nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/5/25 nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/5/25

The Mediterranean Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You

The Mediterranean diet is not so much a diet and but a lifestyle centered around whole, nutrient-dense foods inspired by the eating patterns of countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea.

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The Paleo Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You
nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/2/25 nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/2/25

The Paleo Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You

The Paleo diet, short for "Paleolithic diet," is an eating approach sticking to whole, unprocessed foods while cutting out modern processed foods, grains, and dairy.

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The Whole30 Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You
nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 3/29/25 nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 3/29/25

The Whole30 Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You

The Whole30 diet is a 30-day elimination diet designed to reset your metabolism, curb cravings, and identify food sensitivities by removing inflammatory foods.

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The Keto Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You
nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 3/26/25 nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 3/26/25

The Keto Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You

The ketogenic (keto) diet is a high-fat, low-carb eating approach designed to shift your body’s primary fuel source from carbohydrates to fat.

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Eating Healthy While Groceries are Expensive: Practical Strategies for Eating Well and Keeping Costs Low
nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 3/19/25 nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 3/19/25

Eating Healthy While Groceries are Expensive: Practical Strategies for Eating Well and Keeping Costs Low

Practical strategies for maintaining a nutritious diet while keeping costs low.

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Why Lifting HEAVY (Not Just Light Strength Training) Is Necessary Over Age 40
fitness, physical health Michelle Porter 1/29/25 fitness, physical health Michelle Porter 1/29/25

Why Lifting HEAVY (Not Just Light Strength Training) Is Necessary Over Age 40

If you're serious about aging well, protecting your longevity, and performing at your best through midlife and beyond: it's time to lift heavy.

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Sleep: 7 to 9 Hours Isn’t a Luxury, It’s a Biological Requirement
sleep, physical health Michelle Porter 1/20/25 sleep, physical health Michelle Porter 1/20/25

Sleep: 7 to 9 Hours Isn’t a Luxury, It’s a Biological Requirement

The truth is clear: 7-9 hours of sleep isn’t a luxury or a suggestion; it’s a biological requirement for thriving in both personal and professional life.

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5 Surprising Health Issues Caused by Chronic Stress and Burnout—and How to Address Them
physical health, stress & burnout Michelle Porter 1/6/25 physical health, stress & burnout Michelle Porter 1/6/25

5 Surprising Health Issues Caused by Chronic Stress and Burnout—and How to Address Them

Chronic stress and burnout aren’t just mental health challenges; they’re full-body issues that can manifest in ways you might not expect.

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Strength Training is Necessary After 40 to Age Well and Live a Long, Healthy Life
fitness, physical health Michelle Porter 12/24/24 fitness, physical health Michelle Porter 12/24/24

Strength Training is Necessary After 40 to Age Well and Live a Long, Healthy Life

If you’re over 40, adding strength training to your routine could be the single best investment you make in your future self.

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Nutrition for a Strategic Edge: How Food Choices Impact Cognitive Performance
nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 12/21/24 nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 12/21/24

Nutrition for a Strategic Edge: How Food Choices Impact Cognitive Performance

The food you eat directly impacts your focus, decision-making, and resilience under pressure.

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What Chronic Stress Does to Your Body and How to Reverse It
stress & burnout, physical health Michelle Porter 12/7/24 stress & burnout, physical health Michelle Porter 12/7/24

What Chronic Stress Does to Your Body and How to Reverse It

We all deal with stress—it’s part of life. But when stress becomes a constant presence, lingering for weeks, months, or even years, it can start to take a serious toll on your body.

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Walking for Weight Loss: It Lives Up to the Hype, Especially If You’re Stressed
fitness, physical health Michelle Porter 11/30/24 fitness, physical health Michelle Porter 11/30/24

Walking for Weight Loss: It Lives Up to the Hype, Especially If You’re Stressed

Walking is the ultimate low-effort, high-reward exercise. It’s simple, doesn’t require a gym, and delivers major health benefits.

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Target Exercise Heart Rates for Men and Women Over 40
fitness, physical health Michelle Porter 11/29/24 fitness, physical health Michelle Porter 11/29/24

Target Exercise Heart Rates for Men and Women Over 40

This guide breaks down heart rate zones, how stress impacts your heart rate, and what you need to know to maximize your workout time, even if it’s limited.

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Time Crunch Workouts: 20 Effective Workouts Under 30 Minutes
fitness, physical health Michelle Porter 11/5/24 fitness, physical health Michelle Porter 11/5/24

Time Crunch Workouts: 20 Effective Workouts Under 30 Minutes

A focused, well-structured workout routine that targets major muscle groups and elevates your heart rate can deliver substantial health benefits, even if you're pressed for time.

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How To Create a Solid Sleep Routine for Busy, Stressed Out People
sleep, physical health Michelle Porter 8/10/24 sleep, physical health Michelle Porter 8/10/24

How To Create a Solid Sleep Routine for Busy, Stressed Out People

Establish a sleep routine that is not only effective but also scientifically backed and realistic for those with a packed schedule.

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How to Optimize Your Sleep Environment for High-Quality Sleep
sleep, physical health Michelle Porter 8/10/24 sleep, physical health Michelle Porter 8/10/24

How to Optimize Your Sleep Environment for High-Quality Sleep

High-quality sleep is essential for health, performance, and overall well-being. Learn how to realistically optimize your sleep environment.

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How to Sleep Better: A No-BS Guide to Restorative Sleep for Burned-Out High Performers
sleep, physical health Michelle Porter 8/9/24 sleep, physical health Michelle Porter 8/9/24

How to Sleep Better: A No-BS Guide to Restorative Sleep for Burned-Out High Performers

Prioritizing your sleep is important. Let’s take a hard look at your current sleep habits and assess where you can implement small changes for big results.

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Exercise Priorities for Women Over 40: Stay Strong, Agile, and Capable as You Age
fitness, physical health Michelle Porter 8/8/24 fitness, physical health Michelle Porter 8/8/24

Exercise Priorities for Women Over 40: Stay Strong, Agile, and Capable as You Age

As women approach 40, specific types of workouts can provide maximum benefits for cardiovascular health, mobility, bone density, and overall well-being, helping to stay healthy now and in the future.

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Exercise Priorities for Men Over 40: Stay Strong, Agile, and Capable as You Age
fitness, physical health Michelle Porter 8/8/24 fitness, physical health Michelle Porter 8/8/24

Exercise Priorities for Men Over 40: Stay Strong, Agile, and Capable as You Age

As men near 40 years old, certain types of workouts can provide maximum benefits for cardiovascular health, mobility, and overall well-being, helping to stay healthy now and in the future.

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Eating Well When You’re Stressed AF: Tips and Strategies to Make Life Easier
nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 8/8/24 nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 8/8/24

Eating Well When You’re Stressed AF: Tips and Strategies to Make Life Easier

When you're under extreme stress, everything can feel overwhelming, including trying to maintain a healthy diet.

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