Happy Tuesday! We’re taking a look at metabolism-boosting tips, how to avoid bad breath, and more.

In today’s newsletter:

• 🔥 Stanford MD’s top 3 tips to boost metabolism

• 🫛 The best high-fiber foods for heart and digestive health

• 💡 Study finds creatine may provide a brain boost

• 😛 How to avoid bad breath

• 🍐 Health Hack: Jícama – a crunchy, nutrient-packed veggie

🧑‍💻 The Wellness Roundup

🔥 Stanford MD’s 3 best tips to boost metabolism (including the truth about breakfast).

🫛 From green peas to avocados, here are some of the best high-fiber foods to help keep your heart and digestive system healthy!

💡 A new study suggests a single dose of creatine can boost brain power for up to 9 hours in sleep-deprived people.

😛 By staying hydrated and maintaining good oral hygiene, you can effectively avoid bad breath. Check out these other primers on how to keep your breath clean and fresh!

🚶‍♂️ Beyond walking, health and fitness experts believe there are 3 essential types of movement we need every week for optimal health. Check them out here.

🌿 Health Hack: Jicama – The Crunchy, Nutrient-Packed Veggie 🍐

If you’ve never tried it (or heard of it!)…

Jicama—a crunchy, slightly sweet veggie packed with benefits—might be worth trying!

• 🌱 Fiber-Filled: One cup of raw jicama provides over 6g of dietary fiber, supporting gut health and regularity.

• 🍊 Vitamin C Powerhouse: A serving of jicama offers at least 20% of your daily vitamin C needs, boosting immunity and aiding in wound healing.

• ❤️ Heart Helper: Jicama's fiber and antioxidants may help lower cholesterol and blood pressure, supporting heart health.

• 💦 Hydration Hero: Made up of 90% water, jicama is a hydrating snack that helps maintain essential bodily functions.

• ⚖️ Weight Loss Wonder: Low in calories and high in water, jicama is a great option for weight management and blood sugar balance.

Just remember to peel the skin – only the white flesh is edible.

💡 Learn more about jicama's amazing benefits here! 💡

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👋 Thanks for reading! We’ll be back with more health hacks on Friday!