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Looking for the perfect GLP-1 boosting meal plan? You’re in the right place! The GLP-1 craze isn’t going away anytime soon—and the good news is that you don’t necessarily need medications to boost your levels, support your metabolism, and manage your weight. (Speaking of, HUM’s Flatter Me Fiber and Best of Berberine can seamlessly offer this support—no prescription required.) “GLP-1 is a powerful hormone your body produces to regulate blood sugar, appetite, and digestion,” begins Kim Shapira, MS, RD, a celebrity dietitian based in Los Angeles. “You can boost your GLP-1 levels with consistent habits that work with your body,…
If you spend a lot of time on your feet (hello nurses, retail workers, and teachers), you’re probably no stranger to an achy back. It’s easy to blame that feeling on your job (which definitely plays a role), but if you’re not wearing the best shoes for back pain, that’s likely making the situation worse. “Poor choice in footwear can lead to added stress on the joints and muscles, causing inflammation or strain” that extends from your feet all the way up your legs and back, Elizabeth Daughtry, DPM, FACFAS, a podiatrist based in North Carolina, tells SELF. So if…
Nineteen years ago, I made a decision that changed my life: I had gastric bypass surgery. At the time, I weighed 365 pounds, and my relationship with food, my body, and even my self-worth was deeply complicated. Today, I’ve lost and maintained a weight loss of 230 pounds, but what I’ve learned about the weight loss mental health connection has been even more transformative than the physical changes. While the surgery was a powerful tool, the real work, the kind that often goes unnoticed, has been mental, emotional, and deeply personal. In the last two years, I added a GLP-1…
A few weeks ago, I shared a short video of me deadlifting in my home gym with my 3-year-old toddler next to me, copying me with his own little barbell. It was one of those sweet moments I can’t help but share—I just love those bonding moments.Soon after, a parent messaged me: “Is that actually safe? I’ve always heard that weight training can stunt a child’s growth.”And you know what? It’s a valid concern.Because as parents, we want our kids to be active and healthy—but we also want them to be safe.So let’s talk about that concern. Where it comes…
There’s a side of competitive bodybuilding that rarely ever makes it to Instagram. The stage photos, the flawless posing, the hard-earned physiques don’t reveal what happens after the lights go down and the body stops cooperating. Naturopathic Doctor Sabrina Solt competed in four NPC bikini competitions while in medical school. Like many athletes, she followed the classic prep formula of strict meal plans, hardcore calorie deficits, strength and cardio on repeat. It all worked—until it didn’t. “It kept me very dialed in while studying,” she remembers. But after her last competition, she says almost immediately, she gained about 40 pounds…
This episode is the latest in our monthly series, PM Talks, where I’m joined by my friend and fellow thinker, Patrick Rhone. This time around, we dig into something that often gets overshadowed by its louder cousin: sustainability. From routines and rhythms to systems and seasons, we talk about what it really means to sustain—across time, attention, and action. Patrick and I explore the real difference between consistency and sustainability, and how too many people mistake momentum for something lasting. We share stories about summer, parenting, gardening, and even the war against weeds—all as metaphors for figuring out what’s actually…
The ever-growing list of machines on your local gym floor can leave many of us wondering which contraption to jump on next, but when it comes to making gains in our legs and glutes, it’s all about quality over quantity, explained the “FitQueen” Anita Herbert while demonstrating a winning workout. Here’s how to try it for yourself. “If you are like me, and hate jumping around in the gym between equipment, this routine is for ya!” enthused the coach with an inspirational post for her almost 3 million Instagram followers. And, if you can’t make it to the gym at…
If you have ever dined at The Cheesecake Facory, you are well aware that the menu is overwhelming to say the least. I’m not sure I have ever seen so many food and beverage options at a restaurant, with page upon page of pretty much every type of cuisine imaginable. If you aren’t sure what to order, you can’t go wrong with a few customer favorites. Here are the 7 most popular Cheesecake Factory dishes right now, ranked by real customers—counting down to number one. The Brown Bread Cheesecake Factory One of the top answers in a Reddit feed asking…
It’s a constant challenge to find the motivation to stay active. As someone with a busy schedule, my workouts often take the backseat when it comes to my priorities. That’s why I’m always looking for convenient ways to boost my fitness routine. That’s where a vibration plate comes in. It enhances your workouts and offers a range of benefits for your overall well-being. And right now, you can score the best-selling option at Amazon on sale for Prime Day 2025: the AXV Vibration Plate. AXV Vibration Plate Amazon This vibration plate creates a more challenging workout for your entire body…
Let’s be honest: there are a lot of skincare products on the market. At The Chalkboard Mag, we test new formulas almost daily—some buzzy, some bland, and a few that actually surprise us. OneSkin was one of those rare surprises. What instantly caught our attention? They didn’t just remix existing ingredients or lean on trends. They developed one. That’s right. The team behind OneSkin isn’t made up of marketers or influencers. It’s led by four female scientists—experts in skin regeneration, stem cell biology, immunology, and bioinformatics—who set out on a mission to redefine aging. When their lab research revealed that…