We all know what happens when we don’t get enough sleep; we wake up groggy and cranky and then cram our body full of caffeine in order to make up for our lack of energy (we’re definitely guilty of this one on occasion). Short term effects of sleep depravation are evident and more and more studies are being conducted to find out if there are less obvious, long-term effects.
Ever wonder how professional snowboarder, two-time Olympian, and X Games medalist Elena Hight kick starts her mornings? This juice has all the answers: it’s a nutritional powerhouse with kale, apples, carrots, beets and ginger. Kale has been shown to have antioxidant, antigenotoxic, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, in addition to reducing the estrogen metabolite 16alpha-hydroxyestrone (which is a breast cancer promoter).
Summertime is in full swing and we are loving spending as much time outdoors as we possibly can! From the beach to the mountains, there are so many amazing things we can do in the great outdoors during this time of the year. Not only does being outside make us happy, it makes us healthy! Here we’ve got seven ways how being outside makes you healthier…AS IF we needed more reasons to get outside and enjoy this beautiful weather!
With technology and transportation being as crazy and quick as it is these does, it is possible for us to eat our favorite fruits and veggies pretty much anytime of the year. However, there once was a time when we had to wait around for the earth to produce these guys for us during a certain time of the year. By having the patience to wait for your produce to be in season, you are actually benefitting quite a bit! When produce is in season, it is at it’s peak in nutritional value and is more tasty than any other time of the year. By eating what is in season, you are also helping out good ole Mother Nature!
Summer is all about getting outside and enjoying what the world has to offer; A time to soak in those beautiful rays of sunshine while basking in all their Vitamin D-rich glory! BUT… it is so very important to remember to protect our skin while enjoying the sun.
Did you catch Team B4BC rider Jamie Anderson in the ESPN The Magazine Body Issue?! The issue highlights the strength and commitment to health of professional athletes who have pushed their physiques to prime athletic form in order to excel in their field. Check out her thoughts from the ESPN Body Issue interview!
It’s safe to say that the avocado isn’t going anywhere and we are more in love with it than ever! We could eat it with every meal and this recipe makes it super quick & super easy to enjoy avo on the go. Spread on your toast in the morning and top it with some tomatoes, an egg, or whatever you choose for the perfect breakfast to take with you while you head out the door!
This week we have the perfect alternative to those nasty, but delicious, potato chips that everyone loves to eat during backyard BBQs in the summer. These zucchini chips satisfy the need to crunch, but are guilt-free and just as yummy (if not more)!
We are thrilled to announce that Pura Vida Bracelets has expanded the B4BC collection, and now the entire breast cancer awareness line of bracelets benefits B4BC’s breast cancer education, prevention and support programs! To celebrate, we are giving away one of each bracelet this week, including the original B4BC bracelet and the entire Breast Cancer Pack to one lucky winner!
We know we spend a lot of time on the ladies here at B4BC, but as it turns out, men use an average of 6 personal care products a day that are chock-full of toxins and contributing to your cancer risk. Whether it be your deodorant, aftershave or lotion, we got the inside scoop on how to shop chemical-free from GOOD, who’s motto on the topic is “If you don’t want to do it for the planet, or yourself, do it for your sperm.” You heard it here first, gentlemen. Read on to see the Man Guide to Non-Toxic Shopping.