Rest is a bodily state characterized by minimal labor and exertion. Recovery is the process of returning to your normal state after a period of exhaustion. The goals of rest and recovery are to reduce anxiousness, help our bodies recuperate and restore us to a calm state. Together, these techniques enable our bodies to heal, strengthen and unwind from the stressors we face, hel ...

Carbs, fats and proteins, we need all three! Fats, in particular, have developed a negative stigma over time. However, healthy fats do exist, and we should be consuming them regularly. What do healthy fats do for our bodies? First, they have the ability to raise and lower our high-density lipoprotein (HDL) and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels. LDL cholesterol, a ...