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mindbodygreen.com | Molly Knudsen
Image by Nicola Harger / StocksyJune 02, 2025At some point we've likely all been scolded by a dentist to cool it on the sugar intake (candy, soda, fruit juices, etc.). Because too much sugar equals cavities, right? Yep. So what you eat clearly plays a role in oral health. As it turns out, eating more fiber may protect your gums.
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5 days ago | 
mindbodygreen.com | Molly Knudsen
Image by Boris Jovanovic / StocksyJune 02, 2025We've all been there, reaching for some extra vitamin C (whether that's orange juice or a supplement) in hopes of warding off germs or at the first signs of a runny nose and cough. But does this actually shorten a cold? Or prevent you from getting sick to begin with? Let's break down this vitamin's role in immune health. Vitamin C plays a vital role in immune healthWhen it comes to immunity, vitamin C is a key player.
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5 days ago | 
mindbodygreen.com | Molly Knudsen
Image by Marc Tran / StocksyJune 02, 2025I never thought the daily multivitamin bandwagon was for me, but I recently joined the 31% of adults1 in the U.S. who reach for this supplement. Why? Because I finally let go of the skepticism I harbored for years, and I found a high-quality multi that was actually worth investing in. And I have no regrets. Why I was hesitant about multivitamins in the first placeMy main pushback toward multivitamins was that they weren't personalized.
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6 days ago | 
mindbodygreen.com | Molly Knudsen
Image by Valentina Barreto / StocksyJune 01, 2025Alzheimer's disease is the leading cause of dementia, accounting for 60 to 80% of all dementia cases. And the number of people living with Alzheimer's disease is expected to triple (from 50 million) in less than 30 years. So there's an increasing interest and urgency to better understand the risk factors of the disease so that we can take a proactive approach to reduce our risk.
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6 days ago | 
mindbodygreen.com | Molly Knudsen
Image by Santi Nuñez / StocksyJune 01, 2025While most known for its role in bone and immune health, vitamin D touches pretty much every system in your body. And studies consistently show that poor vitamin D status is linked to type 2 diabetes1, heart disease2, and inflammation. (It's estimated that 41% of U.S. adults3 are vitamin D insufficient).
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1 week ago | 
mindbodygreen.com | Molly Knudsen
Image by Gaia Herbs / ContributorMay 31, 2025At mindbodygreen, we do a lot of reporting on all things metabolic health, from the dangers of high blood sugar and insulin resistance to the habits you can implement to improve your health. It's no secret that conditions like Type 2 diabetes and excess weight are on the rise. But there's a related condition on the rise that's generating far less buzz (and that many may not even connect to metabolic health).
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1 week ago | 
mindbodygreen.com | Molly Knudsen
Image by Marc Tran / StocksyMay 31, 2025The scene is all too common: You get a handful of hours of sleep, reach for a cup of coffee every few hours, and then still feel sluggish. But a study published in Scientific Reports shows that something rather unexpected can perk up your brain power1 the day following a horrendous night's sleep. And that something is the popular fitness supplement creatine.
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1 week ago | 
mindbodygreen.com | Molly Knudsen
Image by Pixel Stories / StocksyMay 30, 2025We carefully vet all products and services featured on mindbodygreen using our commerce guidelines. Our selections are never influenced by the commissions earned from our links. Setting health goals can be a helpful way to push yourself to prioritize your well-being. Time and time again, though, lose weight tops people's lists in bold, highlighted, and underlined letters.
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1 week ago | 
mindbodygreen.com | Molly Knudsen
May 29, 2025We carefully vet all products and services featured on mindbodygreen using our commerce guidelines. Our selections are never influenced by the commissions earned from our links. Meal kit delivery services offer convenient and often creative food choices for homemade meals, without the hassle of searching for the perfect recipe or winding your way through hectic grocery store aisles.
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mindbodygreen.com | Molly Knudsen
Image by Evil Pixels Photography / StocksyMay 28, 2025It’s no secret that what we eat impacts our heart health. Fiber is vital for keeping cholesterol levels in check, and omega-3 fats help keep inflammation under control. One nutrient that has a big sway in our cardiovascular health is magnesium. A review published in the journal Nutrients summarizes 20+ years of data on the relationship between magnesium and heart disease risk1.
