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5 Daily Habits That Keep You Healthy (And What Your Body...
Let’s be honest—most “healthy habits” sound like chores. Drink water. Move more. Sleep better. Manage stress. But behind these simple habits? Your body is running a whole operation—quietly, efficiently, and without asking for...
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Balanced Spinach Lasagna for Whole-Body Wellness
Comforting • Nourishing • Balanced. Bringing It Back to the Plate: Why Gentle, Nourishing Foods Matter This dish supports the body by: Providing minerals and antioxidants from spinach Offering protein and healthy fats for cellular...
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When Gut Protocols Don’t Work: Looking Beyond the Gut
Many people committed to improving their health start with the gut—and for good reason. They clean up their diet, remove trigger foods, try supplements, probiotics, herbs, or even antibiotics. Yet despite doing “all the right things,”...
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Chia Seeds for Workouts: What If Blood Sugar Spikes Are a...
Working out is amazing for the body—but for some people, especially those mindful of blood sugar, exercise can feel tricky. You do everything right… then suddenly: energy crashes dizziness shows up or blood sugar spikes more than...
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One Simple Chia Recipe: Lemon Chia Morning Gel
This recipe is perfect for anyone who wants the benefits of chia seeds without complicated steps or strong flavors. It’s light, refreshing, and easy to make part of a daily routine. At functional medicine Los Angeles, we believe that simple,...
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Chia Seeds vs. Other Fibers: Why Texture Matters
Fiber is one of those wellness words everyone hears about—but not everyone actually understands. And here’s the thing most people don’t realize: 👉 Not all fiber works the same way in the body. Texture matters more than you think....
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