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Daily Tip #15: Burn Calories Without the Gym: The Power of NEAT
What if you could burn 200–500 calories a day without breaking a sweat or spending extra time in the gym? In today’s Daily Habit Tip, Dr. Var breaks down the power of NEAT—Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis. Discover...
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The Cortisol Trap: How Stress Pushes You Toward Burnout (and How to Break Free)
Do you ever feel wired and tired—exhausted in your body but unable to shut off your brain at night? You might be stuck in the cortisol trap, a hidden cycle where constant stress hijacks your hormones, wrecks your...
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Daily Tip #13: The Nighttime Habit That Silently Fuels Inflammation
What if the biggest trigger for inflammation, poor sleep, and hormone imbalance wasn’t what you ate—but what you did in the final 60 minutes before bed? In this episode, I reveal a simple, free ritual that protects...
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Daily Tip #12: Are Your Shampoo & Skincare Products Making You Sick? 5 Hidden Chemicals to Avoid
You trust your shampoo, lotion, or makeup to make you look and feel better—but what if they’re actually harming your hormones, skin, and long-term health? In this episode of Functional Medicine with Dr. Var, discover:...
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Daily Tip #11: Sweat Your Way to Longevity: The Science Behind Heat and Health
Think sweating is just about cooling off? Think again. In today’s Daily Tip, Dr. Var unpacks the powerful science of heat exposure and why sweating could be one of your body’s hidden longevity tools. From boosting...
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Daily Tip #10: The Gut–Brain Connection: How the Vagus Nerve Shapes Mood, Energy & Focus
Think your brain is the only thing controlling your mood and focus? Think again. Your gut—often called your second brain—is constantly sending signals to your head through the vagus nerve, your body’s communication...
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Daily Tip #9: Cut the #1 Inflammatory Food
What if one common food was quietly fueling your joint pain, brain fog, fatigue, and chronic health issues? In this Daily Wellness Tip with Dr. Var, I reveal the #1 food that drives inflammation, why it’s so harmful,...
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Calming Chronic Inflammation: Five Steps to Reset Your Health
Inflammation is your body’s natural healing system—but when it never shuts off, it quietly damages your joints, brain, metabolism, and mood. In this episode of Functional Medicine with Dr. Var, I explain the...
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Daily Tip #8: Discover the Foods That Boost Brain, Heart & Gut Health
There’s a type of food group that research shows can sharpen memory, support heart health, balance blood sugar, and strengthen your gut microbiome—and chances are, you’re not eating enough of them. In this episode of...
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Daily Tip #7: Inflammaging and a Simple Kitchen Fix
Feeling tired, foggy, weak or slow to recover after workouts? These could be everyday signs of something doctors call “inflammaging.” In today’s Daily Tip, Dr. Var shares how a smarter daily choice can help you stay...
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Daily Tip #6: Bad Breath to Gut Health
Your mouth can offer useful clues about your overall health. In this short Daily Tip, Dr. Var highlights common signs—like bad breath, bleeding gums, or a coated tongue—and simple, doable habits to support your oral...
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Daily Tip #5: The New Way to Feed Your Gut
What if your gut held the secret to reducing inflammation, balancing your mood, and even managing your weight? In today’s tip, discover the surprising role of short-chain fatty acids — and how simple foods can unlock...
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