The Secret of Having More Energy in Midlife.
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The Secret of Having More Energy in Midlife.

In the dynamic world of human biology, there's a microscopic hero that holds the reins of our energy levels and overall vitality: mitochondria.

These powerhouse structures, often hailed as the "energy factories of the cell," work tirelessly to transform the calories we consume from carbohydrates, fats, and proteins into usable energy in the form of adenosine triphosphate (ATP).

But here's the fascinating part – a significant chunk of these cellular powerhouses resides in our muscles.

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Beyond 40: 10 Reasons To Skip Fasting And Eat Breakfast
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Beyond 40: 10 Reasons To Skip Fasting And Eat Breakfast

Unlocking peak wellness in midlife can be challenging.

Finding a simple approach to nutrition is confusing. What should you eat to lose weight, boost your energy levels and increase your health and longevity?

Where do you start?

Breakfast is often where I start with many of my health coaching clients looking to upgrade their nutrition.

The start of the day is often when you're most complaint, so it's the perfect place to start.

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Mastering Midlife Nutrition: Busting High-Protein Myths for Health and Vitality
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Mastering Midlife Nutrition: Busting High-Protein Myths for Health and Vitality

As we age, we start to pay more attention to our health.  Health, happiness and longevity seem to climb our list of values, especially when we have a family to care for.

This new outlook on our values makes us question what type of diet we should eat.

This leads to the question of how much protein I should eat.

Protein recommendations can vary based on individual factors such as age, sex, weight, activity level, health and fitness goals, and overall health.

Sometimes, we make the mistake of thinking we need to eat less as we age.

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