In this blog post, we’re recapping the latest episode of Black Iron Radio, where coaches Maggie, Ryann, and Jess dig into a topic that hits way too close to home for most of us: caffeine. Whether you’re fueled by cold brew, pre-workout, or a 3PM energy drink, this episode explores what happens when that reliance goes unchecked. They break down how caffeine actually works, why more isn’t always better, and how to cut back without hating your life. If you’ve been feeling anxious, exhausted, or just wondering if your caffeine habit is helping or hurting, this one’s for you.

How can we achieve optimal health through a holistic approach? Let's dive a little bit deeper into these 6 foundations to learn. 

Gut health is quite the hot topic in the health and wellness space, and for good reason as more and more research shows the connection between your gut and many of the human body’s functions.

There are some mixed feelings on aesthetic-based goals; it is healthier to focus on self-love and not agonize over every little thing on our body that we can’t always control. Don’t get me wrong; I think for our mental health, we should focus most on internal health, such as what we put into our bodies and how we treat ourselves, as well as how we deal with stress. But sometimes we want to look good too, and that’s OK! It’s natural to want to look good. As long as we don’t give it too much focus on our health and have positive intentions behind it.