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2022 Fitness and Gym Trends: How Do I Choose the Right Gym?

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Trends change and evolve every single year, and fitness trends are no exception. For some people, the latest trends can be surprising since they might not have expected it to become popular. However, trends are similar to anything that experiences a surge in popularity, like a famous actor or actress, for example.

With time and age, its relevance begins to diminish and dip, and something newer, younger, or different becomes the next great fitness trend. That’s just the way it is with everything in life.

Top Fitness Trends for 2022

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According to a global survey of fitness trends conducted by ACSM’s Health and Fitness Journal, the #1 fitness trend in 2022 is wearable technology, which was previously #2 in 2021. Home workout gyms and outdoor exercise were ranked in the second and third spots in 2022.

Wearable technology as a trend is one that makes complete sense in the current fitness space since most people will want to see how well their fitness workouts are doing based on actual data.

People interested in wearable technology devices learn a lot about their calorie burn, their resting heart rate, their heart rate during exercise, and more. Wearable technology also tracks how many calories you burn in a day outside of exercise—from daily activities and using GPS tracking to stay on top of your step count.

As technology advances, wearable technology will likely grow in popularity, since it will start to offer a lot more than it already does, making it no surprise that it’s the #1 trend of 2022.

An interesting observation from the survey, however, is that online services like live and on-demand exercise classes fell to the ninth position this year. This is in stark contrast to 2021, where it stood at the #1 position in fitness trends.

A simple explanation for this is that during the pandemic people were unable to physically access gyms or other fitness spaces since they were temporarily closed.

Virtual workouts experienced their highest demand at the peak of the pandemic. Once that barrier was removed, however, people didn’t have to figure out how to exercise at home anymore.

How Do You Choose the Right Fitness Gym for You?

Here are a few questions you should consider before deciding on a gym:

  • Do you have to drive a long distance to exercise at the location?
  • Are the gym hours flexible to allow you the freedom of late or early workouts?
  • Does the gym offer childcare so your child can stay with you while you exercise?
  • Do the gym staff make sure everything is completely wiped down and that the gym is clean? Gym cleanliness is more important than ever in these times.
  • Most importantly, are the gym staff friendly, and do they treat their members with respect?

Taking your health into your own hands can seem overwhelming at first, but with the right guidance, you’ll be well on your way to being the best version of yourself.

If you need help getting there, get in touch with Ethical Inc. today.

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2 Black Public Relations Professionals Share Industry Tips and Advice

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The role of a public relations professional is to help create and maintain a favorable public image for their employer or client.

Their clients often include businesses, non-profit organizations, and individuals from entertainers to religious leaders.

We spoke to two Black public relations professionals to find out how brands can best communicate their message, how to handle bad press, and when is the right time to hire a PR professional.

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Tracy Aliche

Tracy Aliche Consulting (TAC) is a full-service public relations firm. We are a client-centric agency that specializes in working with purpose-driven brands of all sizes across all industries. Our strength is our holistic wrap-around approach towards image management as it relates to both personal and public brand image.

We have worked with industry-leading companies and public figures in the fields of Finance, Technology, Travel & Lifestyle, Beauty, and Wellness.

Notable clients include Jubril Agoro/Passport Heavy, The Budgetnista, & Bolden skincare. Our clients have been frequently featured in top media outlets such as Forbes, GMA, Essence, CNBC, The New York Times, Cosmopolitan, BET, The Real, & more.

Services include Full-Service Public Relations, PR Coaching, Image Consulting, and Writing & Design Services.

Black Public Relations Professionals
Tara Dowdell

Tara Dowdell Group (TDG)  is a public relations and marketing agency with a passion for promoting organizations and businesses engaged in social good. Our clients consist of nonprofits and foundations, healthcare organizations, public sector agencies, and businesses in economic development.

Our services include community and public relations, messaging and copywriting, branding and marketing, and graphic and website design. The most effective communications strategies unify these services, which is why we offer all of them in-house. 

Some of our clients include The Rockefeller Foundation, New Jersey Economic Development Authority, Essex County Surrogate’s Court, and HNTB, a 100 year old national architecture and engineering firm. We’re proud to have had our results highlighted by New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy at his daily press briefing last year.

The Questions:

1. When is a business ready to bring on a public relations professional?

TRACY: Your business may be ready to bring on a PR pro/agency when you want to build stronger brand recognition and awareness.

But, remember that a publicist’s job is to amplify the brand that you are building. So, be sure you’ve built an established brand ready to be amplified!

Working with a PR pro/agency, like TAC, will allow you to tap into our unique PR expertise across multiple industries, as well as exclusive access to our established media relationships.

TARA: Communications is an essential business function so it should begin as early as possible and be integrated into the business strategy.

People often underestimate the power of public relations. Just because you build it does not mean they will come. PR should begin once a business is fully operational and has a budget.

Many PR professionals can also assist with branding and other essential communications.

 

2. How can brands best communicate their message?

TRACY: One of the most effective ways brands can communicate their message is through creatively telling their brand story, and consistently sharing their key messages.
Key messages are the main points of information that you want your audience to hear, understand, & remember. They should be concise, relevant, & memorable, and in close alignment with your overall brand story.
I always advise my clients to leverage accessible channels like social media, newsletters, blogs, podcasts, & media interviews to share these messages.

TARA: First, you should engage a public relations agency or hire a PR professional. This is our area of expertise, and the most effective PR agencies understand that impactful messaging is foundational to communications.

It all starts with a compelling message. What is the inspiration behind the brand? What is the story of impact? Even if you already have a message, it’s important to ensure that it resonates with the target audience.

After you have crafted or revamped your message, you should utilize all the communications tools at your disposal to share it — public relations, digital marketing, social media, events, etc. However, it’s important to ensure that the platforms chosen reflect the target audience. This prioritization is particularly crucial if your budget is limited.

3. How should brands handle bad press?

TRACY: Sometimes, negative press is bound to happen. But, there are ways to overcome a PR crisis. Be thoughtful and think about your messaging. Remember that timing is everything! Responding too quickly may look insincere, however, silence can also be interpreted as a response.
Be sure to get in front of it and acknowledge your mistake genuinely. Use clear language to address what exactly happened, who was specifically affected, and why a statement or apology (if applicable) is needed.
Always be receptive to feedback and implement the necessary changes needed to move forward. And don’t forget to openly share your company’s next steps and action plan along the way!
Lastly, monitor your media coverage and respond to your stakeholders accordingly.

TARA: You should address negative publicity directly and efficiently. You should be intentional, straightforward, and transparent.

Most importantly, if the brand bears responsibility, you should take responsibility and immediately outline in clear and concrete terms how you will address the issue.

 

Tony O. Lawson

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Yenaé, High End Jewelry Inspired by African Culture

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Yenaé (pronounced as Ye.Nay) is a high fashion jewelry brand that offers culturally curated and African-inspired collections. Their exquisite jewelry designs fuse deeply rooted and diverse African culture with a twist of modern design appeal.

We caught up with co-founder Seble Alemayehu to find out more about the business.

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Yenaé co-founders, Seble Alemayehu and Felekech (Fei) Biratu.

What inspired you to start your business?

Yenaé was born out of our shared experiences – two Ethiopian- Americans, jewelry lovers, and co-founders, Seble Alemayehu and Felekech (Fei) Biratu.

While living in different parts of the US, we saw the magnitude of the lack of awareness that existed about Africa, especially in a positive light.

We were both born and raised in Ethiopia and we had first-hand knowledge about the creativity, craftsmanship, and resources that exist in Africa.

Coming from entrepreneurial families and holding MBA degrees ourselves, we decided to pursue our interest for business and love for jewelry.

With that, we founded Yenaé – a high fashion jewelry brand that takes patrons on a journey inside Africa through exquisite jewelry designs that blend culture and storytelling with a twist of modern design appeal for a wide range of jewelry enthusiasts.

How did you raise the capital to start your business?

Yenaé is 100% self-funded and women-owned. We raised our initial funds from our immediate families while we worked on the side to raise our own capital. But most importantly, we learned how to kickstart with minimal investment.

We heavily utilized a lean startup model to build the brand, where our ideas started with customer interviews, building out the minimum viable jewelry, testing it, quickly iterating, or pivoting to get to the core of our offering and branding.

What makes your pieces unique?

What makes Yenaé stand out is its creative focus on offering customers multi-wear jewelry. Currently, 50% of our collection fits this category, whereby a single piece of jewelry can be worn in a minimum of 3 different styles.

All of our jewelry is made from recycled brass, plated with 14K gold or rhodium; responsibly and ethically sourced Ethiopian semi-precious gemstones, hand-crafted by artisans in Ethiopia, and hand-polished hypoallergenic jewelry made in California, USA.

Ranging from simple, everyday jewelry to one-of-a-kind, contemporary statement pieces, each piece of jewelry has a story behind its design, sourced from historians and storytellers.

What is one lesson you’ve learned as a business owner that you’d like to pass on to other entrepreneurs?

One of the most important lessons we learned is the power of taking action and having a “Start Today” mentality. Often, there are so many limiting reasons for why one may not pursue their ideas or take it to the next level.

There will never be perfect timing, working capital, network or resource. Whatever you want to explore as an aspiring entrepreneur, don’t limit yourself. Just start.

We both love to wear jewelry, but we didn’t have a single clue or background on how it’s made. We just made the bold decision to start, figure it all out, and learn as we go along our journey.

Where do you see your business in 5 years?

In 5 years, we see Yenaé playing a role to influence a consumption pattern that moves towards a more sustainable community, away from fast fashion.

We will be expanding the design of our jewelry collections to cover every corner of the African continent, showcasing the rich heritage and culture of each African country. Lastly, we see our collections available in major retail stores in the US.

Tony O. Lawson

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5 Effective Modern and Old School Marketing Ideas for Your Real Estate Business

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Successful real estate business owners enjoy several benefits, including independence and flexibility. You can be your own boss and help people buy, sell, or rent out properties.

However, the unpredictable housing marketing, changing real estate trends, and real estate legislation amendments can make the business a little challenging.

So if you want your business to thrive, it’s vital to employ the best marketing strategies and techniques. Here are some modern and old-school marketing ideas to help your real estate business grow.

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1. Create a Website

Besides helping deliver better customer experiences and building strong customer relationships, your website also boosts your visibility online. You can be available to your customers 24/7 with an easily navigable website that contains relevant business information. The site should ideally share detailed information about the different real estate services you offer, your contact information, and options for customers to book your services online.

Over 44% of customers search for properties online. So it’s essential to include property listings with good, credible pictures of the property on your website. Posting videos that highlight the property features can increase the traffic even further. These video walkthroughs also help clients understand what the property looks like.

2. Build a Blog

Blogs are cost-effective and easy ways to get your message across to your target audience. They also help increase your digital visibility and SERP rankings.

If you want to build your real estate business’s credibility, work with a reliable content marketing team that specializes in developing and optimizing web content. These experts will choose the right topics, keywords, and linking strategies to ensure that your website lands on top search results consistently.

3. Use an Email List

When used correctly, email lists can help you create and maintain good relationships with your clients. Giving customers the option to “opt-in” or “subscribe” to your emails is an excellent way to ensure your emails don’t end up in the spam list or junk mail.

There are several things real estate business owners must consider before building their email list. For instance, if your specific niche is first-time homebuyers or luxury home buyers, then it’s crucial to create and deliver emails that address questions and concerns of that specific market. A team of experienced digital marketing experts can help you develop a strong email marketing plan.

4. Work with Local Media Channels

A lot of real estate agents operate under the misconception that local television and radio advertisements are outdated marketing channels. However, they continue to be some of the most efficient ways to reach local clients. Create quality, catchy video advertisements describing your business and get local radio stations and TV channels to play them. This way, you’ll capture the attention of local buyers, sellers, renters, and investors.

5. The Good Old Referral System

A strong referral system or referral-reward system could potentially cause your success rates to skyrocket. These programs help gain and strengthen the trust of potential clients. In fact, studies on referrals show that referred clients generate 16% more ROI than other clients.

 

We can help real estate professionals raise their success rates using email lists and blogs. Email us at agency@shoppeblack.us to get started.

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7 Steps to Starting a Successful Trucking Business

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The trucking industry can be very profitable, but it is also extremely competitive. Every year, many truckers attempt to enter the industry and fail.

Usually, this happens to people who are great drivers, but not effective business owners. It takes more than just knowing how to drive a truck or choose a route to run a successful trucking business. Check out the seven steps below to learn how to start a successful trucking business.

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1. Create a Business Plan

Just as you would begin a new job with a fresh outlook and set of goals, you should start a new trucking business with an organized plan. A business plan serves as a roadmap to success and can be tweaked as your business grows. It assists you in getting organized, identifying goals, articulating your value proposition, and evaluating possible roadblocks.

2. Obtain Your Commercial Driver’s License

If you operate your own truck or hire drivers, they must have a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL), as required by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Drivers aged 21 and over can apply, while those aged 18-20 can drive intrastate.

3. Get Your Trucking Authority

When you search for information on how to start a trucking business, you’ll realize one of the first steps to take is to get your trucking authority. Trucking businesses must have an operating authority when they work as a hired carrier over state lines for vehicles more than 10,000 gross vehicle weight (GVW).

4. Identify Your Business Type

You will need to file taxes with the IRS when you start a trucking business. You need to choose the type of trucking business structure you want to establish. For example, you may establish a sole proprietorship, partnership, limited liability company (LLC), or corporation. Consult a tax accountant if you have questions.

5. Set Up a Business Bank Account

Set up your small business bank account and business credit card. So you can separate your personal funds from business funds for tax planning and establish a good business credit score in case you need funding or a loan in the future. You can start building your business credit right away once you have your business account. It will also be possible to apply for a business license, permits, and insurance as soon as you start your trucking company.

6. Choosing the Right Insurance Coverage

When you become an owner-operator of your own trucking company, you will have to obtain business insurance. The most reliable thing to do to secure the best available premium is to contact several agents and consider the following options before selecting a policy.

  • Cargo insurance
  • Primary liability insurance
  • Passenger accident insurance
  • Physical damage insurance

7. Ensure Compliance

It is your responsibility as a business owner to ensure that you are in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. This includes filing quarterly tax returns, renewing CDLs, and staying up to date on state and national trucking industry regulations.

Furthermore, brokers want to hire and work with carriers that have up-to-date regulations in order to reduce liability. Keeping up-to-date on regulations and monitoring compliance is critical to being successful as a truck business owner.

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How Exactly Does Drinking Alcohol Affect Your Heart?

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The narrative around drinking alcohol is something that is constantly changing. Is drinking alcohol always bad for you? Does drinking in moderation actually help your heart health? Is there a certain amount you should drink to have the best health possible?

We all know that excessive drinking is bad for your health. However, does drinking in moderation improve your health?

You might’ve heard that drinking a glass of wine is good for the heart—it’s one of the most common beliefs around alcohol and heart health and has been backed by some small preliminary studies in the past.

Recent developments, however, tell a different story. Studies from the World Heart Federation as of January 20th, 2022 contradict this previous information.

What Is the World Heart Federation?

The World Heart Federation is a Geneva-based organization that advocates for heart health and represents hundreds of heart associations worldwide. They recently released a new policy titled ‘The Impact of Alcohol Consumption on Cardiovascular Health’.

The crux of this policy brief is that any amount of alcohol—not just heavy drinking—can increase the risk of heart disease. Even small amounts of alcohol can have negative effects. The brief even articulates that previous studies claiming that alcohol in moderation can be good for you were based on observational research, and did not account for other important factors.

According to The World Heart Federation, the most common health problems associated with alcohol consumption are:

  • Coronary Disease
  • Several Types of Cancer
  • Aortic Aneurysm
  • High Blood Pressure
  • Stroke
  • Weight Gain

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death globally, with over 17.9 million lives being attributed to it every year. In 2019 alone, there were 2.4 million deaths due to heart disease as a result of alcohol consumption. The World Heart Federation has since called for a relative reduction of 10% in the per capita consumption of alcohol between 2013 to 202.

While the World Heart Federation takes a staunch approach against alcohol consumption, the American Heart Association (AHA) has a more flexible perspective. According to the AHA, moderation when drinking alcohol is key—their moderation metric proposes no more than one drink a day for women, and two drinks a day for men.

According to Dr. Mariell Jessup, the Chief Science and Medical Officer to the American Heart Association, “we concluded that if one doesn’t drink alcohol, do not start; and if one does drink alcohol, limit intake.”

How Does Alcohol Affect Your Weight?

In terms of weight gain, simply drinking two glasses of beer or wine a day can have a noticeable impact, especially if you are already on a diet or trying to manage or lose weight. Two 12 ounce beers can be anywhere between 280 calories to 382 calories, while two 12 ounce glasses of wine can be anywhere from 350 calories to 364 calories. If you’re trying to lose weight, then alcohol probably isn’t the best choice for you. If you want to be healthy, try replacing your alcohol intake with water.

The Bottom Line

Ultimately, it comes down to you. If you do decide to drink alcohol, make sure to do it in moderation so it doesn’t have a negative effect on your health.

A huge part of your personal wellbeing comes from your daily habits and lifestyle, so if you incorporate minimizing alcohol into your life, you’ll have a higher chance of improving your personal health.

A well-rounded strategy for health needs more than solely dieting or exercise, or even limiting alcohol consumption.

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Pierre Laguerre Launches Academy To Show How He Created a Multi-Million Dollar Trucking Business

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Pierre Laguerre

Pierre Laguerre is the founder of Fleeting, a trucking and fleet management services company that he grew to $4.5 million in revenue in just 3 years. Pierre is also the first Black man to raise over $1 million via crowdfunding platforms.

To show others how he raised capital for his trucking business and how he has managed to run it so successfully, he is launching  Pierre’s Academy, a comprehensive entrepreneurial trucking academy.

We caught up with him to find out more about this new venture and why he is passionate about it.

Pierre Laguerre
Pierre Laguerre

Why did you decide to launch Pierre’s Academy?

After spending 19 years in the trucking industry as a driver and a successful entrepreneur myself, I eventually learned that 40% of the workforce in this $800 billion industry are minorities. Notice, I said workforce, not business owners!

I quickly realized this was an untapped market for minorities to become entrepreneurs and build generational wealth. Not that minorities don’t know this market exists, they just never have been exposed to the business side of the transportation industry.

I decided to launch Pierre’s Academy to teach aspiring entrepreneurs about the business opportunities in trucking. I want to teach as many people how to build their own trucking dispatching business or their trucking companies right in the comfort of their homes.

I want to show them how to make six figures while adding value to one of the most critical stakeholders in trucking, our truckers.

Who is this course for?

This course is pretty much for anyone that’s seeking financial freedom. Everyone from stay-at-home moms that are looking to maximize their earnings, to young men and women from underserved communities who are desperately looking for a way out of their current circumstances.

How is this course different from others?

There are a lot of social media influencers who teach trucking but the majority of them have never spent a day in a trucking operation, nor have they built or managed a business and a team. Their goal is to sell courses instead of adding value and solving a specific problem in trucking,. They often do this at the expense of minorities looking for an opportunity.

So, one of the main reasons why my courses are different from others is the fact that I actually drove trucks for 19 years, I built a staffing agency and a trucking company to $4.5M in revenue in 3 years, and I’m currently the founder and CEO of a transportation tech company called Fleeting which I launched in 2019 and already did over $5m in revenue.

In other words, they get to learn directly from an industry veteran who has done the work and also failed numerous times. With my courses, they can start earning right away after completion.

What information can potential students expect to receive from the course?

The first and most important information students can expect to receive from this course is how to make money in trucking without being a driver. They can expect to learn about every stakeholder in transportation and the challenges they face daily.

They will learn how to build and maintain relationships with key partners ( shippers, carriers, freight brokers, and truck drivers),  the industry dos and don’ts as well as how to communicate effectively.

Students will learn how to start their business from scratch with no prior experience and how to quickly scale. I will also provide one-on-one coaching and support.

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Wondering How to Brew Delicious Coffee Without a Coffee Maker?

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Minimalism, tidying up, tiny houses, capsule wardrobes—taking a less-is-more approach to daily living has become a part of modern culture. However, the same can’t always be said for the culture of caffeine.

Perhaps you embrace the minimalist movement, travel frequently, camp often, or maybe, you’ve recently discovered a broken coffee maker. Whatever the reason, in this article, we’ll show you 3 easy ways to brew amazing coffee without a coffee maker.

3 Ways to Make Coffee Without a Coffee Maker

The Stovetop Method

What you’ll need: Coffee (coarsely ground, 1 to 2 tablespoons per cup), water (8 or more ounces per cup), a pinch of salt, and a pot or saucepan.

Remember: You’ll need 1 to 2 heaping tablespoons of coffee for each 8-ounce cup. Stick to this ratio if you want to brew more coffee. Since water evaporates when it boils, add a bit more water than you think you’ll need.

  1. In a pot, heat the water and salt over medium heat until bubbles begin to form around the edge.
  2. Stir the coffee and water together to ensure the grounds won’t clump together.
  3. Boil the mixture uncovered for 2 to 3 minutes. Stir occasionally, so the grounds won’t stick to the bottom of the pot.
  4. After the coffee has boiled for a few minutes, remove the pot from the heat and let it steep for about five minutes, allowing the grounds to settle to the bottom.
  5. Use a ladle or pour the coffee into a cup gently to let the grounds stay in the pot. A few grounds will likely end up in your cup, so you might not want to finish that last sip.

The Faux French Press Method

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What you’ll need: Coffee grounds (preferably coarse-ground), hot water, a tablespoon, a deep bowl, and a mug.

  1. Pour one tablespoon of coffee grounds per cup into your bowl.
  2. Fill the grounds with boiling water, allowing it to completely saturate them.
  3. Add enough hot water to cover the servings in your bowl. Let it sit for four minutes.
  4. Once the grounds have settled, gently press them to the bottom of the bowl with your tablespoon.
  5. Pour the coffee slowly into your mug, using the spoon to keep the grounds in the bottom of the bowl, so they don’t fall into your mug.

The Coffee Bag Method

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What you’ll need: Ground coffee, hot water, coffee filter, string (just make sure it’s not waxy), and a mug.

  1. Measure out a single serving of coffee grounds and pour it into the filter.
  2. Make a small pouch by closing the filter tightly and tying it with a length of string, leaving one long end hanging outside your cup just like a teabag.
  3. Heat water with any method you have at your disposal, such as a kettle, pot, or even a cup in the microwave.
  4. Put the coffee bag you created into an empty mug.
  5. Make sure you do not overfill your cup with hot water as you pour it over the coffee bag.
  6. The coffee should steep for about four minutes. You may adjust the time depending on how strong or weak you want your brew.
  7. Be sure to discard the filter before drinking.

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5 Ways to Build Your Immune System

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Your immune system is the body’s first line of defense against illness. Similar to how a security system around your house provides protection, your immune system uses a system of chemicals and proteins in your body to combat viruses, harmful bacteria, infections, and parasites. 

Here are five steps you can implement into your daily routine to build your immune system and stay healthy all year long.

Keep a Healthy Diet

Having a healthy diet is essential for a strong immune system. This requires eating lots of fruits, vegetables, legumes, whole grains, proteins, and healthy fats.

A healthy diet will not only give your immune system the energy it needs, but also provide you with the micronutrients necessary for maintaining it, such as:

  • Vitamin B6, which can be found in chicken, salmon, tuna, bananas, green vegetables, and potatoes (with the skin).
  • Vitamin E is found in almonds, sunflower and safflower oils, peanut butter, and spinach.
  • Vitamin C is found in citrus fruit, such as oranges and strawberries, as well as in tomatoes and broccoli.

Engage in Regular Exercise

Exercise isn’t just for building muscles and de-stressing—it’s also crucial for keeping yourself healthy and supporting your immune system. Exercise can boost your immune function by improving overall circulation, which enables immune cells and other infection-fighting molecules to travel throughout your body.

Reduce Stress

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Stress can affect your health in a variety of ways, including how it impacts your immune system, no matter how quickly it comes on or how slowly it builds.

When you’re under a lot of stress, especially chronic stress that lasts a long time, your body responds by activating what’s called a stress response.

This response is supposed to help you deal with the stressful situations that come your way, but it also suppresses your immune system, increasing your chances of becoming ill. 

Drink Plenty of Water

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Water is important for many functions in your body, including boosting your immune system. Lymph, a fluid in your circulatory system that carries essential infection-fighting immune cells throughout your body, is mostly made up of water. Dehydration causes lymph to travel more slowly, which can contribute to immune system problems.

Whether you’re exercising or not, you’re constantly losing water through your breath, urine, and bowel movements. Make sure you drink enough water every day to keep your immune system healthy.

Ensure You Get Enough Sleep

While sleep might not seem like an active process, there are many critical things happening in your body when you are not awake. For example, crucial infection-fighting molecules are produced while you sleep.

Research shows that people who don’t get enough quality sleep are more likely to get sick after exposure to viruses such as the common cold. When it comes to your immune system, it’s important to get enough sleep every night, and take steps if your sleep is suffering.

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How to Choose the Right Multivitamins

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In an ideal scenario, you should consume a well-balanced diet that provides your body with the right amount of vitamins and minerals.

However, life isn’t perfect, and your meal planning isn’t either, which is why you should take multivitamins to fill in those nutritional gaps.

The idea of a multivitamin is simple: it’s a supplement that contains all the extra nutrition you need in a convenient once-daily dosage. Then why do people have such difficulty choosing the right one? This article explains how multivitamins work and how to pick the best one for you.

Multivitamins: What Are They?

To put it simply, multivitamins are nutritional supplements designed to help you meet your daily requirements for micronutrients, such as vitamins and minerals, that your body requires to function effectively.

Research shows that most of us cannot get these nutrients through diet alone so a multivitamin can be a valuable and essential resource.

Multivitamins: How to Choose the Right One?

You will need to decide what supplement is best for you based on the following factors:

  • Age- Depending on your age, you may require more or less of a nutrient. For instance, individuals entering their 50s may benefit from taking vitamins that maintain normal bones.
  • Diet- Take into account the nutritional value of your diet. Do you consume a diet that’s high or low in certain nutrients? For instance, if you are a vegetarian, a multivitamin with B12 boosts an essential nutrient typically found in non-vegetarian food sources.
  • Immune System- If you want to strengthen your immune system, perhaps take a multivitamin with zinc.
  • Health Goals- Looking for more energy? Check whether low iron levels are contributing to your fatigue. Or, if you’d like to improve your sleeping pattern, keep an eye out for vitamin B6 in the ingredients.

What Is the Right Multivitamin for You?

Finding a supplement that you will want to take consistently is the first step to making it part of your daily routine. Here are four common types:

  • Capsules and Tablets- Some people find them hard to swallow, but they’re quick, convenient, and easy to take anywhere.
  • The Chewable Tablet- The gummies are a more enjoyable way for children to take supplements. Adult versions are also available.
  • Multivitamins in Liquid Form- If you have difficulty swallowing pills or chewing, these are a great alternative.
  • The Effervescent can also prevent swallowing problems caused by large pills because the fizzy solutions promote rapid absorption.

The process of choosing the right multivitamin can be daunting, with thousands of options on the market.

Problk Health Vitamins can help you decide which vitamins you need to fill in the nutrition gaps in your diet. For more information, visit them online or email them at Hello@problkhealth.com.

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