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Resistance training is one of the most powerful tools we have to improve insulin sensitivity and prevent metabolic disease . If there’s one intervention that consistently shows up in the research for improving blood sugar, reducing inflammation, and slowing metabolic aging, it’s resistance training . Yet many people still think strength training is only about building muscle or aesthetics. In reality, resistance training is one of the most powerful tools we have to improve in

Earlier this month, the U.S. government released its most significant nutrition policy update in decades: the 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans  — and with it, a revamped food pyramid graphic  that places real, whole foods  front and center of national dietary guidance. Unlike previous versions that emphasized grains and low-fat dietary patterns, this new framework elevates high-quality protein, vegetables, fruits, healthy fats, and even full-fat dairy  as foundation

Creatine vs. EAAs, which is better? If you’ve been focusing on improving your strength, energy, metabolism, or healthy aging, chances are you’ve heard about two popular supplements: creatine  and essential amino acids (EAAs) . They’re often talked about in the same conversation, but they work in very different ways and create different results in the body. Understanding these differences can help you make smarter choices for your health — especially as a woman navigating horm

If you’re dealing with recurring back pain—especially the kind that comes and goes, flares up with activity, or gets worse after sitting—you’re not alone. Back pain is one of the most common reasons people visit a doctor, but here’s the surprising part: most people never discover what’s actually causing it. They focus on the pain, not the root issue. At Thrive Chiropractic & Functional Health, we help patients uncover the real sources of their back pain every day. And in many