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1 week ago | livestrong.com | Jaime Osnato

Chances are, you're not getting enough fiber in your diet. In fact, a whopping 90 percent of Americans fall short of the daily recommendation, according to the USDA. (For the record, that's about 28 grams for a 2,000-calorie diet.)While fruits, veggies, and whole grains should be your fiber MVPs, sometimes life—and your diet—needs a little backup. That's where acacia fiber comes in. This natural, plant-based supplement can help bridge the fiber gap and keep your gut happy.

2 weeks ago | livestrong.com | Jaime Osnato

Walk into any supplement store–or scroll through social–and you'll see endless powders, pills, and promises. From fat burners to collagen boosters, the wellness world is packed with products claiming to transform your body and mind. But let's be honest: most of them are more hype than science. Creatine, however? It's different. It's one of the most researched supplements out there, with decades of solid science backing up its benefits.

2 months ago | livestrong.com | Marygrace Taylor

Intermittent fasting has been a popular weight-loss method for several years, and losing weight tends to be good for heart health if you have obesity or overweight. But if you follow the news, you might have heard that research presented at a recent meeting of the American Heart Association (AHA) suggests going for long stretches without eating might be harmful for your heart. So what's the right move? For the unfamiliar, intermittent fasting is a pattern of only eating during a set period.

2 months ago | livestrong.com | Kaitlin Ahern

You probably don't associate your ears with odor. Unlike your armpits, they're not typically the first thing you think to scrub in the shower, and it's not like there's ear deodorant for sale (not ‌yet‌ anyway). But the truth is, your ears aren't as stink-free as you might think. Some of us have smelly ear wax, for one, and it's possible to get a bad smell behind your ears. Add piercings into the mix, and, yep, that rotten cheese smell is coming from your ears. ‌Eww‌.

2 months ago | livestrong.com | Francesca Krempa

If you've tried counting calories, cutting carbs, or following restrictive diets only to feel frustrated, you're not alone. The truth is, most traditional weight loss methods aren't built for long-term success. That's where Simple comes in. Simple is a science-backed weight loss app that takes a different approach, one focused on habit change, expert coaching, and sustainable progress.