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Dr. Lidia Adkins.

Hormones, inflammation, metabolic health, detoxification, and the practical day-to-day strategies behind the CWLI program. Each piece is written by Dr. Adkins from her own clinical practice.

Detoxification, The Missing Piece in Weight Loss

Detoxification, The Missing Piece in Weight Loss

Many people hear the word “detoxification” and immediately think of juice cleanses, starvation diets, laxative teas, or extreme wellness trends. But true detoxification is...

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Two-Ingredient Parmesan Cheese Bites

Two-Ingredient Parmesan Cheese Bites

Two-Ingredient Parmesan Cheese Bites 🧀✨ Ingredients: – 10-12 oz parmesan cheese (grated!) – 3 egg whites – ½ tsp everything bagel seasoning Instructions: 1. In a bowl, mix the...

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Whole foods used in the Carolinas Weight Loss Institute nutrition approach

Tips to Support Your Adrenal During Perimenopause

If your adrenals are depleted… perimenopause will feel harder than it has to. And no one is telling women this. Your adrenal glands don’t just handle stress, they help buffer...

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Strawberry and Chocolate Pudding Cake

Strawberry and Chocolate Pudding Cake

1. Strawberry Cake 🍓 Ingredients: – 1.5 lb strawberries – 40 g powdered gelatine (unflavored) Optional: – 3 tbsp honey (but honestly you don’t need it How to make the cake:...

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Tips to Help Lose the Last 10 Pounds

Tips to Help Lose the Last 10 Pounds

When you feel ‘stuck’ at those last 10 lbs, the natural tendency is to increase your workouts and fasting. Here’s why more high-intensity workouts + more fasting can keep you...

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Sweet Potato Buns recipe
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Sweet Potato Buns

🍠Sweet Potato Buns -1 cup sweet potatoes baked (drain moisture) -3 eggs -1/3 cup almond flour -1/4 teaspoon baking powder -Salt + pepper Mash the baked sweet potatoes. Let...

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About Fat Loss and Body Recomposition

About Fat Loss and Body Recomposition

Strength training helps in every area of your health and it is critical for weight loss maintenance, strength and longevity. When it comes specifically to fat loss, this is one...

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Bagel Bites recipe
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Bagel Bites

Bagel Bites- Low Carb, Anti-inflammatory Bread for weight loss? Yes, you can! Approved for most active phase CWLI!  This recipe makes approximately 6 bagels. Higher in protein...

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Home Made Crispy Crackers, Gluten and Dairy Free
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Home Made Crispy Crackers- Gluten and Dairy Free

Home Made Crispy Crackers- Gluten and Dairy Free RECIPE: – 1 cup pumpkin seeds, – 1/3 cup sesame seeds – 3/4 cup sunflower seeds, – 1/2 cup crunchy roasted lentils OR dry...

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About Estrogen and Estrogen Dominance

About Estrogen and Estrogen Dominance

About Estrogen Dominance:  Estrogen’s main functions include regulating the menstrual cycle, libido, maintaining pregnancy, supporting bone health, and influencing mood and...

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