Healthy

There's no doubt carrots fall squarely in the "health food" category. Bugs Bunny's favorite orange veggies are a nutritious go-to for side dishes or anytime snacking. But beyond their status as the star of veggie trays, did you ever wonder exactly what happens to your body when you eat carrots? Carrots are loaded with antioxidants, vitamins, and even a bit of fiber—all of which promote good health in various ways. Here are seven reasons why eating more of them might help you say "What's up, doc?" to your healthcare…

Ah, spring cleaning. The thought of having a sparkling-clean home is always appealing. But the reality of scrubbing your kitchen, bathroom, and everything in between probably doesn't spark joy. And during the pandemic, when most of us are spending a lot more time at home than before, the last thing you want to do is spend hours cleaning. With that in mind, German washer-dryer company Miele analyzed Twitter data to see which household chores people hate the most, as well as which ones they don't mind doing come spring.…

Whether you like to wind down at the end of the night with a glass of pinot grigio or pair your favorite pasta with a cabernet sauvignon, wine is an integral part of many people’s regular routine. In fact, according to the Wine Institute, American adults drink an average of 2.95 gallons of wine each year. However, wine isn’t for everyone—and it’s not just those who don’t like the taste who should pass up that pour. Read on to discover who shouldn’t be drinking wine, according to medical experts. And if you want to…

Noah Centineo has been transformed from teen heartthrob in To all boys franchise to ripped superhero in just a few months - and he has just revealed how he got into his best way of life. The 24-year-old has trained hard to get ready for his role as superhero Atom Smasher in the upcoming DC Extended Universe movie Black Adamand the results are nothing short of shocking. On March 24, Centineo's coach took over Kirk Myers, published a video of the star who…

If you want to lose weight, get in shape and build strength, too many people think you need to camp out for hours at a time at the gym. While it can certainly help to train hard in many circumstances - depending on your goals and your level of fitness - the truth is that you do not necessarily have to spend as much time training to see good results, especially if you work hard enough and you is efficient with your time. After all, most of us today do not have…

When you want to get to the beach faster, take a shortcut. It's also true when your destination loses 20 pounds before you hit the sand. The promise of a shortcut is extremely appealing because we know that the road to a slimmer, muscular body is long and difficult. But if there is a notch that makes it easier than anyone else to achieve the body you want through exercise, we have found it: exercise first thing in the morning. (And for more tips, check out…

Totally Bellas star and former WWE Diva Nikki Bella has made a career of being incredibly fit, and she's not about letting a pandemic - or having a baby - stand in the way of her keeping that progress. In a series of new Instagram videos, Bella shows the exact training that has helped her transform her body since the birth of her son Matteo in 2020 - and these moves are as intense as they are effective. March 24, Nikki shared a video by himself to do an intense rope-drawing routine with his trainer Scott Thom. “This…

A white man has been charged with murder after six women of Asian descent were killed at massage parlors in the Atlanta area on March 16. The tragedy took place on the heels of a series of hate crimes targeting the AAPI (Asian American and Pacific Islander) community, which have become increasingly more common amid the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition to donating to civil rights organizations and charities, you can show your support for this community every time that you shop for food. When you're looking for pantry staples…

When it comes to green tea, do you exclusively brew loose-leaf or do you like to shake it up and drink matcha as well? Matcha is made from finely ground green tea leaves and comes in two grades: ceremonial (for drinking) and culinary (for cooking/baking). Whether you make a matcha latte or add it to a plant-based smoothie, the key is to drink it regularly to reap as many health benefits as possible. Read on to learn five potential health benefits you could receive if you drink matcha on the reg, and for even more healthy…

People who follow the latest in scientific news have probably not read much about mitochondria, the small organelles in your cells that are responsible for burning off the energy your body consumes, since high school biology class. Just last week, an eye-catching new study was published in the journal Cell metabolism found evidence of performing too many interval workouts - essentially doing too much HIIT each week - can actually damage your mitochondrial…