The hormone irisin increases in the body after exercising. Irisin regulates glucose and lipid metabolism in fat tissues. It also appears to reduce Alzheimer’s related plaque deposits in the brain.
Sitting on the floor improves balance, stability and coordination, increases mobility, strengthens your core and legs and can aid your posture. Sitting on the floor for 15 to 30 minutes daily can help you move more!
Cashews have a reputation for being unhealthy. They are often blamed for weight gain. But, just like other nuts, cashews are powerhouses of nutrition and may aid cholesterol levels for people with blood sugar concerns.
It’s the perfect time for salads as the star of dinnertime! All of these low-carb salads are vegetarian. Some are packed with protein; others, you can add meat or protein-rich veggies or tofu.
Researchers wrote “produce prescriptions” for free fruits and veggies for almost 4,000 people with hypertension, obesity and blood sugar concerns. The results showed that food can be medicine.
Races can be fun and leave you with a sense of accomplishment. Unfortunately, many have walked away from a Tough Mudder race with bad memories. At least 350 people reported illnesses after an event.
Pumpkin spice is a healthy blend of spices. But a medium pumpkin spice latte made with skim milk from Dunkin’ has 340 calories and 60 grams of carbs. One from Starbucks has 260 calories and 51 grams of carbs.
More than half a million people in the U.S. get dialysis multiple times a week. About 92,000 people are on the transplant waiting list. An artificial kidney researchers are working on could end dialysis and transplants.
It’s hard to feel like it’s fall when it’s warm and the sun is shining. It's pumpkin spice season. But we’re too warm to enjoy hot drinks and baked treats. So, instead, we are sharing some delicious frozen pumpkin options.
The medication semaglutide is branded as Ozempic, Wegovy and Rybelsus. Marketed as Wegovy for weight loss, a new study has found that it can aid the quality of life for people with heart failure.
We have written more than a few blogs warning you about unsafe or unhelpful TikTok health trends. But, the viral trend of cozy cardio is a great way to get exercise.
Swiss chard contains alpha-lipoic acid that aids blood sugar sensitivity and helps keep blood sugar stable. Alpha-lipoic acid lowers glucose levels and reduces oxidative damage.
The latest health trend on TikTok is the mustard and cottage cheese diet. The diet is high in calcium, protein and fiber and may aid weight loss. But is it healthy or just a fad?
We're sharing cake recipes that are perfect for midweek desserts when you want to bake for yourself. You don't need guests or a special occasion to enjoy low-carb cake!
Regardless of what steps you take, you will probably have delayed onset muscle soreness after a hike. But you will recover faster by taking care of yourself before, during and after your hike.
Many view sleeping in as a perk of the weekend! But a new study found that people who stayed up later and woke up 90 minutes later on weekends have gut bacteria linked to heart attacks, obesity and strokes.
The anti-inflammatory diet has gained popularity over the last few years in the wellness community, as inflammation is linked to many chronic illnesses. But is it hard to follow, and does it offer real health benefits?
With these four recipes, you're not going to want to miss lunch time. They can be meal prepped, but they're also a snap to make midday and will have leftovers. So get your Tupperware ready and stop skipping lunch!
Cooling down potatoes after cooking them won’t make carbs disappear. But, it can convert some carbs into resistant starches. Resistant starches are harder for your body to absorb.
The rainbow diet claims to boost immunity, energy and mental health. To follow it you eat a variety of colorful foods. Can a diet really provide all those benefits? And how difficult is it to stick to?
