Lessons learned from COVID
More than three years after COVID emerged, people are anxious to resume their pre-pandemic lifestyle. But don’t be too quick to return to old...
Probiotics and prebiotics: what’s really important
Probiotics and prebiotics are a hot topic these days. You’ve likely seen many ads on television and online for supplements and foods that promise...
Boosting your child’s immune system
Parents often wonder: What can we do to keep our children healthy? Are there ways to boost the immune system and ward off COVID,...
Easy, delicious summer veggie meals will help stretch your food budget
Meatless Mondays, meet summer’s bounty: a wide variety of colorful, fresh summer vegetables now available in grocery stores, backyard gardens, and farmer’s markets. We’re...
Wildfires: How to cope when smoke affects air quality and health
As wildfires become more frequent due to climate change and drier conditions, more of us and more of our communities are at risk for...
The plant milk shake-up: Pea and pistachio join oat and almond
For the longest time, your milk choices were whole, 2%, 1%, and fat-free (or skim). Today, refrigerator shelves at grocery stores are crowded with...
A hot weather plan is essential to staying healthy
Here’s a new fact about spring, summer, fall, and sometimes even winter, now that climate change has blurred seasonal boundaries: sizzling heat may be...
Bouncing back from stress
We all experience stress in our lives. Traffic. Monthly bills. Health concerns. Relationship issues. Because the mind and body are so closely linked, these...
Steak and burger substitutes to satisfy a carnivore
Plant-based “meats” offer ways to reduce animal fat in your diet. But eat them in moderation. Diets high in red meat are associated with...
Try this: Take a step back
Lunges are one of the best exercises for improving leg strength and balance. Most of the time, they’re done with a forward motion, but...
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Smart Ways to Save Money on Gym Memberships and Start Working Out at Home
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle through regular exercise is essential, but sometimes gym memberships can strain your budget. Fortunately, there are numerous ways to save money while still achieving your fitness goals. This article will explore strategies to cut down on gym expenses and transition to effective home workouts. Evaluate Your Gym Membership: Take a close…
15 EXERCISES WITH A FITNESS RUBBER BAND: COMPLEX FOR ALL MUSCLE GROUPS
Workout rules (4 don’t forget) Remember to breathe correctly during the exercises: inhale to relax the muscles, exhale to strengthen them. Remember to do all exercises on both sides. Don’t forget that you need to increase the load from workout to workout by changing the number of approaches, repetitions or changing to a more powerful…
Healthy eating for blood sugar control
If you have diabetes, your healthy eating plan should not be that different from a healthy eating plan for someone without diabetes. In fact, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) echoes the dietary guidelines recommended for the general public: A diet centered on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes (peas and beans), and low-fat dairy products. How…