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The Role of Gut Health In Sustaining Energy Naturally
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The Role of Gut Health In Sustaining Energy Naturally

Struggling with low energy, brain fog, or the 3 PM slump? Your gut might be to blame. Discover how a balanced microbiome supports stable blood sugar, better sleep, and sustained energy throughout the day—without relying on caffeine or sugar.

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Why You Are Always Tired: 8 Common Energy Zappers and How to Fix Them
Gut Health, Energy, anti-inflammatory Megan Barefoot Gut Health, Energy, anti-inflammatory Megan Barefoot

Why You Are Always Tired: 8 Common Energy Zappers and How to Fix Them

Why You Are Always Tired: Common Energy Zappers and How to Fix Them
Feeling constantly exhausted, even after a full night's sleep? This blog from holistic nutritionist Megan Barefoot uncovers eight surprising energy zappers that could be draining your vitality—from blood sugar crashes to hidden nutrient deficiencies. Learn simple, natural fixes to boost your energy, support your microbiome, and feel like yourself again—without relying on caffeine or quick fixes.

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Fuel Your Morning Right: Why Quality Protein Sets the Tone for Your Day
Weight Loss, Brain Health, Longevity Megan Barefoot Weight Loss, Brain Health, Longevity Megan Barefoot

Fuel Your Morning Right: Why Quality Protein Sets the Tone for Your Day

Starting your day with high-quality protein fuels your body, supports steady energy levels, and boosts focus. Discover why breakfast protein is a game-changer and explore meal options to help you power up each morning. With tips on easy, protein-rich meals, this blog will help you embrace mornings with energy and nutrition.

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Ready to Feel Renewed? More Energy For All!!

Ready to Feel Renewed? More Energy For All!!

Today I would like to continue the discussion by introducing adaptogens. Adaptogens are plants which can come in the form of roots, leaves, mushrooms (technically fungi, I know) that can help your body normalize the stress chemicals you produce. This means that if your stress chemicals are high, these plants help lower them back to normal.

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Are you Magnesium Deficient?

Are you Magnesium Deficient?

Could a Little Magnesium Solve Your Problems?

I have recently been learning more and more about the mineral magnesium. I have even been supplementing with it and have been finding the benefits are changing my health in great ways! As most of my readers know, I am a foods first holistic nutrition consultant. I will always recommend you try to get the foods high in magnesium before supplements but according to Health Canada nearly half the population is deficient in magnesium.

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Want More Energy? - 5 Nutrients You Can Add Today!!

Want More Energy? - 5 Nutrients You Can Add Today!!

Who could use a little more energy?

One of the biggest complaints of the women that I work with is that they just don’t have enough energy. They struggle to get out of bed and moving in the morning and by the time they are done work and getting home to make themselves dinner they are wiped out. This leads a lot of them to reach for easy to prepare processed meals or going out for fast food. There must be an answer! Why are all these women SO tired? 

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Resolution Check In

Resolution Check In

Just curious about who has made a resolution this year? It’s the last week of January and I’m wondering if you have stuck to it this far. Have you had support? Was it a BIG goal or a little change that you have made? I decided to make a list of goals for the year with one for each month. I have been able to keep my goals for the month but am struggling with patience and can see why people don’t typically make it to the end of the month for resolutions and give up before things get going.

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