by Melissa Boufounos | Oct 24, 2017 | Health
Green tea extracts are promoted for both weight loss and sports performance. But, do they actually work? Not only this, you may have heard about serious side effects. Some cases of death have been associated with use of these supplements. But you still see green tea...
by Melissa Boufounos | Oct 19, 2017 | Health
Multivitamins: Are They Really a Waste of Money? Multivitamins are exactly what they sound like: multiple vitamins. They’re supplements that contain several different vitamins in each one. They can also contain several minerals and other ingredients like amino...
by Melissa Boufounos | Sep 21, 2017 | Health
This word “metabolism” is thrown around a lot these days. You know that if yours is too slow, you might gain weight. But what exactly does this all mean? Well technically “metabolism” is the word to describe all of the biochemical reactions in your body. It’s...
by Melissa Boufounos | Aug 15, 2017 | OCR, Health
Caffeine is sometimes called “the world’s most popular drug”. It’s a very common naturally-occurring stimulant found in coffee and other foods/drinks. Its main effect is on the brain, helping to increase alertness and reduce fatigue. It’s also in sports training. And...
by Melissa Boufounos | Jul 25, 2017 | Nutrition, Concussion Awareness, Health |
There are so many nutrients that you need for overall health. Vitamins, minerals, probiotics, and essential fats, just to name a few. But which ones are the most important for your brain health? Ever since dealing with Post Concussion Syndrome, I have immersed myself...
by Melissa Boufounos | Jun 16, 2017 | Health
Setting goals is not as simple as saying “I want to be leaner and stronger”, which is usually what outcome my clients are after when we conduct their first discovery session. These are goals that are not specific or measurable and you’re likely not...
