Most of us have heard that exercise is good for your general health as well as heart health.  No pill exists that can provide the same benefits as exercise. If there was it would cost a fortune. But if you are like a lot of other people, this may not be enough motivation for you […]

Are you snacking enough? Since many people have been working from home for many months now, or simply spending more time at home than usual, it’s likely that snacking has become a larger part of our daily diet. Is that a good thing? Maybe and maybe not. First, snacking isn’t necessarily negative. It can be

Something seems to happen to the body around 40, doesn’t it? Many of us can remember the boundless energy we had in our 20’s-30’s, but few of us, even pro athletes, are able to muster that same energy and vigor after 40. There are a number of physiological reasons for this natural change, but we

Recent findings among American children suggest that there has been an alarming spike in childhood obesity rates since the COVID-19 lockdowns began. The University of Michigan discovered that kids gained a shocking amount of excess weight during this time. Kids aged 5- 11 were the worst affected, with 45.7% (this is not a typo!) of

In our efforts to live a healthy, well-balanced life, we often overlook the small stuff. ‘Evaluate salt intake’ probably isn’t high on your list of things to do this week. However, it should be. Sodium intake is a silent killer, and almost always goes undetected…until it’s too late. Here’s why. High salt diets contribute to:

The conventional wisdom about working out 30 minutes a day to stay fit is a good rule of thumb…unless fast food and junk food play a role in your diet. In that case, 30 minutes of brisk walking won’t even burn the equivalent number of calories found in a chocolate chip cookie or candy bar.

You’ve surely seen this scene in the movies: the main character goes through a break-up or loses their job. After that, they spend several days on the couch, stuffing themselves with ice cream. Sadly, for many people, this isn’t just a movie trope — it’s a genuine coping mechanism. Once food is tied directly into

As the number of coronavirus cases escalate around the world once again (sigh), many people are looking for dietary solutions to boost their immune system. However, a lot of the conventional wisdom being shared on social media and elsewhere does not have much basis in fact. We have seen suggestions ranging from eating ginger, spicy

Are protein supplements right for you? Contrary to popular belief, proteins are essential not only for men but also for women. If you want to develop and maintain muscle tone, you need clean protein in your diet. The lean look commonly seen in movie starts, athletes, and models is not just the result of genetics

There are certain crucial things to know if you’re starting a regular fitness program or if you currently exercise and want to make it your habit. Here are five shocking facts to help you become more active and get the most out of your workout! 1) You Should Change Your Workout Routine You’ve been doing