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Chill Out and Recover with This Refreshing Protein-Packed Iced Mocha
Chill Out and Recover with This Refreshing Protein-Packed Iced Mocha

What if Recovery Drinks Were a Treat?

Usually, protein drinks are more of an obligation than the caffeinated fantasy beverage we all deserve. But this hydrating, high-protein cafe mocha is better than anything you can get at your favorite coffee shop—and without the high price!

This drink allows you to have something that’s an indulgent treat, but without the added sugars and fats that come with all those coffee shop favorites. Honestly, it is baffling why coffee shops haven’t offered something like this. I’d buy it. So would you, once you try this easy recipe (it comes together in about 60 seconds).

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supplements, recipes, nutritionGary Berglundrecipes, recipe, easy recipe, easy recipes, coffee, coffee drink, hydration, protein, protein powder, whey protein, protein shake, blood sugar, blood sugar control, fiber
People are Calling It Nature's Ozempic, But What IS It?
People are Calling It Nature's Ozempic, But What IS It?

In the last week or so, there has been a surge of interest in Berberine, with some dubbing it "Nature's Ozempic." This botanical compound has gained significant attention as a potential supplement for weight loss, with countless TikTok and Instagram reels being made daily. In one video I came across a Kardashian-esque weight loss coach and podcaster incorrectly referred to it as a “new supplement.” With all the buzz, it is important to clarify that Berberine is not a new discovery but rather a compound with a long history of use in traditional folk medicine and integrative nutrition. In this post, we will take a closer look at Berberine and explore its origins, how it works, potential benefits, and what you need to know before you try it. After all, it’s the next “new” supplement (cue eye roll), but it’s also pretty amazing. I should know, since I have been using it with clients for over 8 years now.

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gut health, supplements, weight loss, ozempicGary Berglundberberine, weight loss, ozempic, metformin, GLP-1, Ozempic, ozempic butt, Mounjaro, mounjaro butt, blood sugar, blood sugar control
Are You a Sugar Fiend?
Are You a Sugar Fiend?

I used to be a sugar addict. When I first started working out, I used to stop at the gas station on my way to the gym to get sour candies, which I would keep in my pocket and eat during my workout. For real. I almost forgot to mention this, I was 27 at the time. Super grown-up of me to pop fruit sours between sets, don’t you think? But I had a hard time saying no to my urges to eat insane amounts of sugar.

Sugar dependence can happen for many reasons, at any point in life, and it is not super fun to live with. Symptoms include irritability, energy crashes, sleep problems, dyslipidemia, diabetes and low sex drive. Nobody wants that.

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health, weight training, weight loss, fiber, gut health, lifestyleGary Berglundblood sugar, blood sugar control, inflammat, diabetes, sugar cravings