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Work Outside? Six Tips for Protecting Your Skin

Those who work outside are exposed to many hazards every day, including ultraviolet radiation from the sun. In addition to causing premature wrinkles and sunspots, excessive exposure to the sun’s UV rays can significantly increase the risk of developing skin cancer.

According to the latest statistics from the Skin Cancer Foundation, skin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the U.S. and costs an estimated $8.1 billion annually. Due to the nature of their occupation, outdoor workers are at an especially high risk of sun damage and skin cancer.

If you work outdoors, protecting your skin from the sun should be a priority. With the following sun safety tips, you can keep your skin healthy and protected while working outside. 

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6 Foods to Avoid if You Want Clear Skin

Just when you thought that you’d left acne behind in your teenage years, it comes knocking once again in adulthood. It’s a frustrating problem for a lot of guys, made worse by the fact that male adult acne tends to be particularly stubborn and difficult to treat.

While research has shown that women struggle with adult acne just as much—if not more—than men do, a 2018 study published in the Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology found that men generally have more severe acne symptoms compared to their female counterparts. To pile on more bad news, a powerful acne treatment alone may not be enough to combat your stubborn breakouts.

If nothing you do seems to clear up your acne, it may be time to take a closer look at your diet. Though the research is far from certain, there is some evidence that suggests that these six foods could be secretly sabotaging your skin.

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Seafood

Why We Eat A Lot of Fish!

The most consumed primary protein source in our home is probably seafood. We eat a lot of tuna. Salmon is also one of our go-to meals. Canned mackerel, sardines and even anchovies are staples in our pantry. You might even find a variety of frozen, wild caught fish in our freezer… in case of emergencies. (For anyone wondering, Morningstar, Tofurkey, Beyond Meat and other “fake meat” products are our second most common primary protein source.) We eat fish because it is, in our opinions, more humane and sustainable than consuming other animals such as cows, pigs and chickens. It can also be healthier, if done properly. Even though I am not a vegetarian, I was a pescatarian for nearly a year when we lived in Boulder. If you manage your macronutrient and overall caloric intake properly, and supplement micronutrients such as vitamins/minerals properly, you can most likely live a healthy lifestyle without certain sources of protein.

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3 Tips for Using Lipozene

Are you determined to lose weight this year? If you are finding it difficult to lose weight despite all your efforts, why not try to use Lipozene to help you with your weight loss journey.

So how does Lipozene work? One of the components of Lipozene is Glucomannan, which is said to reduce your blood sugar and cholesterol, leading to weight loss. This supplement also helps with suppressing your appetite. This is great if you are the type of person who craves for something to eat within the day and you can’t help but snack on something.

There are many types of Lipozene products you might see once you start searching. The important thing is to get the most effective ones. You can check out some lipozene reviews here to find the variant that fits with your budget and needs. Also, make sure to read the tips below on how to best take the supplement.

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4 Tips for Training Your Body to Give up Carbs

It is not easy to lose weight. Some people struggle to get their diet right. One of the areas that many struggle with is the elimination of carbs, which is the short form of carbohydrates.

Carbs form an essential part of the balanced diet but they contain a lot of sugar. The lack of carbs causes low amounts of energy, sugar deficiencies, ketosis, among many other issues. For most of us, hunger pushes us to eat starch or any other sweet foods to help regain energy, which is easy to lose in the process of weight loss.

To come to a place where you can train your body to regulate carbs intake is not easy. You have a high chance of getting back to your old habits. However, it is possible to get to that place where you control carb intake. Here are four tips that could assist you in reaching that level.

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Our Body Scans & Future Plans

Every three months (each quarter), Hungry and Fit go get a BodySpec DXA scan. This measures their weight, body fat percentage, muscle mass, bone density and more. They’ve been doing it for years now (first one in March 2016) and find it to be the most legitimate way of tracking that type of fitness. They recently got scans in December and March, read below to hear what they have to say.

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Do Health Hacks Actually Work?

There are so many products that are available in just about every market imaginable. It takes days, weeks and sometimes even months of research before you decide which TV or car to buy. In Los Angeles, there are thousands of fitness facilities, which means there are so many hairs to split when figuring out which one is the best for you. You can just look at price or location, or take other factors into consideration as well. With the increase of visibility from social media, especially Facebook, you’re being bombarded with targeted ads and marketing every moment that you’re awake. 

Almost everyone, especially here in Los Angeles, has to work two or three jobs to pay rent. Unless you inherited money or are supported by your parents (or the few true success stories) you rarely have enough time to take care of yourself. You might eat poorly or skip workouts because you’re so broke or exhausted from having to work so much, that you’re always looking for shortcuts to help. Whether that means holistic medicine to avoid expensive doctor trips (read about my $6,000 an hour ER visit at Cedars) or magical pills that burn fat off your body while you’re sleeping, there are many temptations available just one click away, thanks to Amazon. 

The question is: are they worth it?

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Whole-Wheat Banana Bread

Our typical uses of bananas include oatmeal, yogurt parfaits, and in peanut butter sandwiches. However, sometimes things come up or other meals fulfill us, and we are left with browning bananas. Do we throw them out? Absolutely not! How dare you suggest such blasphemy. There is so much you can do with bananas: you can make cookies, muffins, or…bread! You can still keep it healthy, even though you’re baking. This whole-wheat banana bread recipe is simple, quick, and delicious. The prep time is basically nothing, but you do have to wait in front of the oven like a starving kitten. 

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Fuel Up Like Gronk: Chris Gronkowski’s Guide to Protein Shakes

[Please enjoy a guest article from former NFL player, Chris Gronkowski!]

Why Should You Drink Protein Shakes?

No matter your workout goals, protein shakes are beneficial to your diet and your exercise routine. If you’re looking to build more muscle, upping your protein intake stimulates your muscle growth. Proteins are made up of amino acids, which are essential to building muscles, so drinking protein shakes throughout the day will amp up this process.

For those looking to lose weight, protein shakes can be a healthy meal replacement that will ensure you get enough protein while decreasing your calorie intake. Losing weight involves eating a healthy diet and burning off more calories than you consume. Replacing your breakfast with a protein shake is an excellent way to fuel up for the day during a diet.

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