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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3201: The 7 Habits of Calmness by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Mindful Habits
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3200: Why The Biggest Loser is Turning Us Into Losers by Steve Kamb of Nerd Fitness on Fitness Mindset
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3199: How Many Meals a Day Should You Eat AND Does Weight Loss Coaching Work by Dr. Monali Y Desai of If We Were Family
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3198: Why Pursue Personal Growth at All? by Steve Pavlina on Self-Improvement
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3197: Tips for Managing Holiday Stress by Rachel Trotta on Holiday Wellness
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3196: What is VO2 Max and How Can You Improve Your Fitness and Heart Health on Fitness Science
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3195: [Part 2] Purified vs Distilled vs Regular Water: What’s the Difference by Jillian Kubala with Healthline
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3194: [Part 1] Purified vs Distilled vs Regular Water: What’s the Difference by Jillian Kubala with Healthline
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3193: Improving My Relationship with My Body by Renata Leo of Buffalo Sauce Everywhere on Body Acceptance
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3192: Strength Building - Beyond Specificity by Ross Enamait of Ross Training on Improving Workout Performance
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3191: Athlete Edition: What Your Nutritional Priorities Should Really Look Like by Jessica Spendlove on Sports Nutrition
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3190: Emotional Safety is Necessary for Emotional Connection by Ellen Boeder with Gottman on Emotional Intimacy
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3189: Can You Overdose on Happiness? by Emma Hogan with Les Mills on Positive Living
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3188: All About Ulcerative Collitis & Managing Symptoms Naturally on Gut Health
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3187: [Part 2] Breaking Free From the Restrict/Binge Cycle by Jessi Kneeland on Balanced Eating
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3186: [Part 1] Breaking Free From the Restrict/Binge Cycle by Jessi Kneeland on Balanced Eating
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3185: Bruce Lee Moment AND Move More, Die Less by Roger Lawson of Rog Law Fitness on Active Living
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