Optimal Health Daily, hosted by the esteemed Dr. Neal Malik, a tenured professor, registered dietitian nutritionist, and certified exercise physiologist, is a treasure trove of health and wellness insights. Dr. Neal delves into the latest research and timeless wisdom in nutrition, fitness, and diet, presenting them in easy-to-understand, digestible episodes. His expertise shines through as he handpicks and narrates the most informative and inspiring blog posts, offering practical tips and mo ...
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3081: Do Coffee and Caffeine Inhibit Iron Absorption? by Mary Jane Brown with Healthline
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3080: Struggling to Start - Pick One of These 5 Quests by Steve Kamb of Nerd Fitness on Personal Growth
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3079: LISS vs HIIT: Which Approach Is Better For Fat Loss? by Eric Leija on What is the Most Effective Cardio Workout
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3078: If It's Important, Learn It Repeatedly by David Cain of Raptitude on Personal Development and Self Improvement
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3077: Doctor-Approved Ways to Eliminate and Prevent Back Pain by Dr. Antti Rintanen with Elly McGuinness
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3076: Do We Really Need as Much Protein as the Fitness Gurus Say? How Much Protein to Get
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3075: The Truth About Body Recomp, Fat Loss, and Muscle Gain: Why You’re Spinning Your Wheels (And How To Fix It) by Eric Bach
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3074: [Part 2] 10 Reasons You’re Not Making Progress In The Gym by Jordan Syatt with RogLaw Fitness
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3073: [Part 1] 10 Reasons You’re Not Making Progress In The Gym by Jordan Syatt with RogLaw Fitness
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3072: The Zen of Running, and 10 Ways to Make It Work for You by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits
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3071: How To Lose Muscle While Dieting By JC Deen of JCDFitness on Nutrition Advice
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3070: Staring Down the Barrel of Loss: Your Dreams, Yourself, or Someone Else by Greg Audino on Mindfulness Advice
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3069: Cheat Meals, Cheat Days, Cheat Lives by Mark Fisher of Mark Fisher Fitness on Healthy Discipline
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3068: What are the Best Supplements to Help Build Muscle and Improve Workout Performance
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3067: Food Guilt by Jessi Kneeland on Redefining Self-Care and Nutrition Advice
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3066: Nutrition for Fighting Fatigue by Nadia Mazari with Ideal Nutrition on How to Improve Energy Levels
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3065: Tips for Healthy Traveling by Rachel Trotta on Focusing on Mindset, Movement, and Moderation
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