The Dukan Diet promises fast results by following four phases. If you have to lose weight fast and a doctor suggests it, it might be a good fit. It's high in protein and water and low in many things.
We’re celebrating baseball, Caramel Popcorn Day and Soft Pretzel Month. We have recipes for both so you can feel like you’re enjoying a decadent snack at the stadium when you’re having a low-carb snack watching at home!
You've heard “live fast, die young.” Animals with a fast metabolism tend to die younger. There isn’t a clear-cut relationship between metabolism and lifespan. A more accurate saying might be “live cold, die old.”
You can train your brain to like exercise. In a study that used brain imaging, researchers found that people who work out more get a larger response from the receptors that sense the body's naturally occurring opioids.
The FDA has authorized a second booster for the Covid vaccines for all adults over 50. Experts disagree about whether people should get them. We are looking at the arguments to help you make choices that are right for you.
Fava beans are a staple of the Mediterranean diet that we really should be eating more of! They are high in fiber, copper, folate, magnesium, manganese and phosphorus. They aid mood, longevity and blood sugar.
It’s National Lemon Chiffon Cake Day. We love celebrating quirky holidays, but we know that lemon chiffon cake isn’t everyone’s favorite. That’s why we’re sharing four great low-carb lemon dessert recipes.
Triglycerides aren’t something you celebrate. But sometimes, celebrating a national holiday, like National Triglycerides Day, means shining the spotlight on a health concern you might not think about as much as you should. Do you know your triglycerides levels?
One man’s recent hiking trip can teach us how not to get outdoors. He was so under-prepared for a hike he attempted earlier this month that he needed to be rescued twice in two days.
While having cold feet can keep you awake, or wake you up, having warm feet helps you drift off faster. But how much will socks help you get a better night's rest?
Bullet journaling has been described as “a mindfulness practice disguised as a productivity system.” It’s part planner, part notebook, part journal. It helps you order chaos into an organized system.
We are sharing four tamale recipes that you can make at home that won’t upset your blood sugar. Two keep the traditional shape, and two are tamale pies that might be easier if you are less comfortable with the steaming technique.
People who follow the Nordic diet for six months lower their blood sugar and cholesterol levels. The results occur even in people who didn’t lose weight.
This is a call to action. The clocks changing means there are more daylight minutes in the afternoon. And most places are getting warmer. It’s time to get out there and enjoy being outside!
Research has shown that a high-fat diet can damage the gut. A diet that’s high in saturated fat from dairy or meat can cause metabolic problems and make it harder to lose weight or maintain weight loss after shedding pounds.
While some of us think it’s too cold for the frozen treat, others consider ice cream a year-round pleasure. We have shared ice cream recipes in the past. But, when it comes to the store-bought varieties, you might want to steer clear of it for your heart.
St. Patrick’s Day is a fun time to celebrate with Irish food! But the carbs from festive foods can weigh you down. That’s why we are sharing four great low-carb recipes you can make to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day without upsetting your blood sugar.
New research may inspire you to start lifting things around the house or join a gym to grab some weights. Just 30 minutes of lifting weights per week can cut your risk of dying early by up to a fifth.
On March 1, Yellowstone National Park turned 150 years old. The park is celebrating with different events and activities this month and throughout the rest of the year!
The AHA says that setting the clocks forward can harm your heart and brain. The change is associated with a 24 percent rise in heart attacks. Strokes increase by eight percent. But healthy steps can help you protect yourself.
