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Andra Picincu
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Andra Picincu is a certified nutritionist and personal trainer with more than 10 years of experience. She holds a BA in Psychology and a BA in Marketing and International Business. Her mission is to help people live healthier lives by making smarter food choices and staying active. In her daily life, Ms. Picincu provides digital marketing consulting and copywriting services as well as nutrition counseling. She owns ShapeYourEnergy, a popular health and fitness website. In 2014, she launched a local nutrition office and partnered up with local gyms to help their clients take the steps needed to better health. Current and former clients include The HOTH, Nutracelle, CLICK - The Coffee Lover's Protein Drink, InstaCuppa, GritWell, Old School Labs, and more. Mr. Picincu is a regular contributor to these platforms where she provides either health-related content or coaching to those who are interested in achieving a balanced lifestyle.
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Is Avocado 'Ice Cream' Worth the Hype? Here's What Dietitians Think
Nutrition
By Andra Picincu
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5 Things You Need to Know About Foot Cramps
Health
By Andra Picincu
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Why You Need to Eat Fat to Burn Fat
Nutrition
By Andra Picincu
Woman making fruit juice using juicer machine
What to Expect During a Juice Fast
Nutrition
By Andra Picincu
Glass of Protein Shake with milk and blueberries. BCAA amino acids and a violet dumbbell in background. Sport nutrition. Rustic wooden background. Top view. Copy space.
Protein Drinks Without Sugar, Soy and Aspartame
Health
By Andra Picincu
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How to Store Opened Bottles of Apple Cider Vinegar
Nutrition
By Andra Picincu
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How to Tell If an Apple Is Still Good to Eat?
Nutrition
By Andra Picincu
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My Anxiety Gets Worse During Exercise
Health
By Andra Picincu
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The Fat Loss From Long Cardio vs. HIIT
Weight Management
By Andra Picincu
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Which Minerals Should You Add to Distilled Water Before Drinking?
Nutrition
By Andra Picincu
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The Physical Difference Between Long Distance Runners & Sprinters
Fitness
By Andra Picincu
Cranberries and cranberry juice
What Are the Health Benefits of Concord Grape Juice and Cranberry Juice?
Nutrition
By Andra Picincu
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Oregano Tea Benefits
Health
By Andra Picincu
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How to Cook Bonito Fish
Nutrition
By Andra Picincu
Chicken Tenders And Fries
How to Oven Bake Chicken Tenders in a Foil Tent
Nutrition
By Andra Picincu
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Herbal Teas That Are Alkaline
Nutrition
By Andra Picincu
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Grits & High Blood Sugar
Nutrition
By Andra Picincu
Herb stuffed rolled pork loin
How to Cook Roast Loin of Pork With Sauerkraut & Potatoes in the Oven
Nutrition
By Andra Picincu
Vegetable juice
How to Ease Out of a Juice Fast
Weight Management
By Andra Picincu
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What Types of Exercises Get You Lean and Thin?
Weight Management
By Andra Picincu
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What Foods Should I Cut Out of My Diet to Lose Weight the Fastest?
Nutrition
By Andra Picincu
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How Much Protein Powder Is Too Much?
Nutrition
By Andra Picincu
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Calories for Weight Loss for Women Over 50 Years
Weight Management
By Andra Picincu
shoulder steak
How to Cook Shoulder Steak in the Oven
Nutrition
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