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Sitting Too Much? It Might Be Bad for Brain Health, According to a Neurologist

13/12/2023

When it comes to brain health, stroke may not be on your radar—but maybe it should be. The condition, which happens when a blood vessel in the brain bursts or is blocked, is the second most common cause of death worldwide. Still, it is "preventable, treatable, and beatable," says Kara Sands, MD, a neurologist and stroke medical director...

7 Spring Vegetables to Buy Now — and How to Cook Them

10/12/2023

After months of hibernating and eating lots of comfort food, we’re all ready to enjoy the lighter, brighter offerings of spring. And lucky for us, these seven vegetables are coming into season now. They’re all bursting with color and nutrition! Here’s how to add them to your weekly meals...

Does Drinking Coffee Really Dehydrate You? We Asked Dietitians

07/12/2023

According to the National Coffee Association, 62 percent of Americans drink coffee daily, with the average coffee drinker consuming more than three cups each day. If you tend to spend more time sipping coffee instead of water throughout the day, you might be asking the question...

How to Stick to Your Health Goals — But Still Enjoy Your Weekend

04/12/2023

When you’re on a roll health-wise, the weekends can be your toughest challenge. It’s easy to say “yes” to going out to eat with friends (and then overeating or drinking too much) or skipping a workout to attend an event or social gathering. However, there are ways to fight back against these pressures and continue to make progress when it comes...

All the Healthy Reasons to Let Yourself Have a Good Cry

01/12/2023

If you've ever had a good cry and instantly felt better, there's a proven science behind the phenomenon. Not only can crying help you feel better mentally and emotionally, there are a number of unexpected physical benefits of crying as well. While excessive crying can be a sign of depressionanxiety, or certain neurological conditions, a good cry (on occasion) can be an important way to refresh our minds...

How Many Calories Should You Eat to Lose Weight?

28/11/2023

Calories, those little units of energy you consume, are arguably the most talked-about part of healthy eating and weight loss. The general rule is that if you take in more calories than you use, you'll gain weight, if you take in fewer calories than you use, you'll lose weight, and if those numbers are pretty much the same, you'll maintain your current weight. In reality, it's a little more complicated...

I'm Traveling for The Holidays. How Can I Maintain a Healthy Routine?

19/11/2023

You wouldn’t believe how often I hear this question! Every year when the holidays roll around, this becomes a main concern for many of my clients and followers on social media. And it’s understandable: When your environment and schedule get thrown off, it can be a challenge to maintain the healthy routine you worked so hard to implement...

3 Simple Shifts to Help You Ditch the ‘All-Or-Nothing’ Mentality Over the Holidays

16/11/2023

There’s often an “all-or-nothing” mindset that comes with establishing a health and fitness routine. Many people think that to live a healthier lifestyle they have to jump in with both feet and completely eliminate unhealthy habits. In reality, this is pretty unsustainable. Not to mention, any small positive change can improve your health...

Want to Eat More Plant and Lose Weight? Follow a Flexitarian Diet

14/11/2023

Hands down, one of the best things you can do for your health (and the health of the planet) is to adopt a plant-focused diet. A flexitarian eating pattern emphasizes plant foods, such as veggies, fruits, nuts, seeds, pulses (beans and legumes) and whole grains, but leaves some room for meat, dairy and other animal foods. According to the latest...

6 Surprising Spots To Stretch on Your Body for Unexpected Relief

10/11/2023

Glutes, hamstrings, and quads—these powerhouses make up the trifecta of muscles we tend to stretch before and after a workout. Whether it's prepping for a serious cardio session or recovering after a kick-ass HIIT workout, many folks tend to fixate on these three muscles, as well as other core body parts, like our back and hips...

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