We often think of metabolism as the process that regulates our weight and energy, but it’s much more than that. When your metabolism is balanced, your body systems—from your digestion to your hormones and beyond—work more efficiently, and that includes your skin.

If you’re craving those cozy, warm spices but want to stay on track nutritionally, this Pumpkin Spice Smoothie is the perfect option.

I talk a lot about the “why’s” of gut healing (here and here, for example), but what does “gut healing” even involve anyway? The truth is that it looks very different person to person, but there are some ingredients that are essential. Let’s break it all down! 

So why is drinking water so vital? What actually counts as a hydrating beverage anyway? How can you tell if you’re truly hydrated? And should you really bother to drink filtered water? We’re gonna cover all that and more… consider this a little “Water 101”. 😉