Ever since social distancing rules came into place, the public lands have been inundated with visitors. With crazy weather, unfortunate events and bad behavior, the parks are under a lot of stress.
Making improvements in your lifestyle and following your medical regime from your doctor can add more than seven years to your life after a heart attack. The problem is, most people don’t make improvements in their health.
Often, food packaging will use the word “free” to make it seem virtuous. While something might sound great because it’s fat-free, sugar-free, preservative-free or gluten-free, it doesn’t mean it isn’t packed with other things you don’t want.
While we eschew fad diets with off-the-wall rules, we know that many eating styles are beneficial. That’s why we’re taking a closer look at the flexitarian diet to learn if it might be a good fit for you!
A study found that flavonoid-rich foods, like berries, can help lower blood pressure. Researchers said one cup of berries can protect people against heart disease, blood sugar problems and cancer.
While you may want meat in your meal, we’re still interested in lighter fare and avoiding our ovens right now! That’s why we are sharing some delicious grilled chicken recipes that are low-carb and easy to make on warm nights!
When you hear the word “tryptophan,” you think of turkey, milk and being sleepy. It’s the chemical in some foods that leaves you feeling tired. A new study suggests it also reduces inflammation and improves gut health in older people.
Inflammation can increase insulin resistance. When it’s hot out, we’re less interested in walking. But, knowing a 20-minute walk can lower inflammation might make you more interested in getting out for a walk.
New research says chocolate and cheese are heart-healthy foods. While dairy is known to have benefits and flavanols from chocolate have perks, is the headline too good to be true?
Sometimes you feel like you’re doing really well: you’re eating right and exercising, but you’re tired all the time. If that’s been happening to you, you may be overdoing your “healthy” lifestyle.
Lots of times, dips for veggies are filled with sugar and fat. They can make a healthy snack into something you would want to pass up. That’s why we like to reach for hummus as a dip for veggies!
If you’re tired, hot or out of breath, there’s the urge to just sit down and relax instead of stretching. However, stretching after exercise really does do your body good. And, there are potential risks related to not stretching.
In some places, it’s starting to cool off, and hikes are back on the agenda. Whether you’re hitting the trails or just thinking ahead, these four great, low-carb trail mix recipes are excellent for backpacking!
High levels of sodium can impact insulin resistance. Lemon is often overlooked when it comes to its ability to enhance food. It’s easy to add it to many recipes while cutting back on the salt. Researchers figured out the exact math!
August 25 is the National Park Service’s 105th birthday and a free day. All the parks are free to the public. But, right now, they are packed, and some require reservations. They all require masks. And facilities like bathrooms may be closed.
With all of the regulations and different rules, you might feel travel is too complicated right now. Our team has been having day trips and short summer vacations, and we have some firsthand tips for you to enjoy your time more.
We like seated exercise because it’s a way of working out that lowers the danger of falling. We appreciate yoga for how it aids flexibility, breathing, mental health and reduces pain. When you combine the two, you can get the best of both.
Our metabolism slows down in middle age. Men have a faster metabolism than women. Women’s slow down even more after menopause. Right? Wrong, according to a massive study that many call groundbreaking.
August is National Catfish Month. If you’re not a habitual eater of catfish, now is the time to try it again. Here are four low-carb recipes to get you started!
Scientists have found that signal patterns in the brain linked to the formation of memories also impact metabolism. Whenever they saw “sharp wave ripples,” they would see decreases in blood sugar.
