Zena le Roux
Author
Zena le Roux is a health journalist with a master’s in investigative health journalism and a certified health and wellness coach specializing in functional nutrition. She is trained in sports nutrition, mindful eating, internal family systems, and applied polyvagal theory. She works in private practice and serves as a nutrition educator for a UK-based health school.
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Why Fasted Exercise Isn’t for Everyone—and Who Should Avoid It
Some groups may need to approach it with more caution.
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How Vagus Nerve Stimulation May Offer a Way to Relieve PTSD
For those with treatment-resistant PTSD, a brain-body approach is showing promise.
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Why Early to Bed and Early to Rise Is Wise–Regardless of Your Chronotype
Chronotypes are our natural preferences for when we sleep and feel most alert. Most people fall into one of two main types.
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The Problem With Antinutrients—and How to Reduce Their Negative Effects
Some plant compounds make it harder to absorb nutrients, but small changes in how you prepare and combine foods can make a big difference.
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Stimulating the Vagus Nerve May Help With Stroke Recovery–Here’s How
The nervous system is highly adaptable, and with proper stimulation, recovery is more achievable than once thought.
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Magnesium Depletion Linked to Depression, and How to Replenish It Effectively
Personalized nutrition strategies offer new hope for low magnesium and mood disorders.
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Why Chronic Pain Is Driven by the Brain
The brain’s decision to self-protect creates the perception of pain, said 20-year pain medicine specialist Dr. Deepak Ravindran.
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The Unexpected Brain Benefit of Building Muscles
Building strength could sharpen your memory and support long-term brain health.
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Why Musculoskeletal Diseases Are Rising—and How to Address the Root Causes
Chronic joint and muscle conditions aren’t just tied to age. Daily habits can raise risk long before symptoms show up.
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The Hidden Risks in Common Breakfasts–and How to Fix Them
Small morning choices can have big effects on energy, focus, and health.
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Why Fasted Exercise Isn’t for Everyone—and Who Should Avoid It
Some groups may need to approach it with more caution.
|
How Vagus Nerve Stimulation May Offer a Way to Relieve PTSD
For those with treatment-resistant PTSD, a brain-body approach is showing promise.
|
Why Early to Bed and Early to Rise Is Wise–Regardless of Your Chronotype
Chronotypes are our natural preferences for when we sleep and feel most alert. Most people fall into one of two main types.
|
The Problem With Antinutrients—and How to Reduce Their Negative Effects
Some plant compounds make it harder to absorb nutrients, but small changes in how you prepare and combine foods can make a big difference.
|
Stimulating the Vagus Nerve May Help With Stroke Recovery–Here’s How
The nervous system is highly adaptable, and with proper stimulation, recovery is more achievable than once thought.
|
Magnesium Depletion Linked to Depression, and How to Replenish It Effectively
Personalized nutrition strategies offer new hope for low magnesium and mood disorders.
|
Why Chronic Pain Is Driven by the Brain
The brain’s decision to self-protect creates the perception of pain, said 20-year pain medicine specialist Dr. Deepak Ravindran.
|
The Unexpected Brain Benefit of Building Muscles
Building strength could sharpen your memory and support long-term brain health.
|
Why Musculoskeletal Diseases Are Rising—and How to Address the Root Causes
Chronic joint and muscle conditions aren’t just tied to age. Daily habits can raise risk long before symptoms show up.
|
The Hidden Risks in Common Breakfasts–and How to Fix Them
Small morning choices can have big effects on energy, focus, and health.
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