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Most of us know that a healthier and more balanced life is the safest way to lose weight ... but sometimes you may need super strict guidelines to get started. If this has been the case, listen: A major new study sounds like a serious alarm about a diet that has been all the rage in recent years. It is now associated with seven long-term, life-threatening illnesses — some of which you would have thought actually helped you prevent. Lee Crosby, RD, is Program Manager for Nutrition Education at the…

If you are stuck for a few extra pounds of unwanted body fat during the pandemic, you are far from alone. According to a study from 2021 published in JAMA Network Openamong a group of 269 participants in the Health eHeart study, on-site orders resulted in an average weight gain of 1.5 kilograms per month. But just because your body has changed recently does not mean you have to accept that it will be like that forever. If you want to feel more comfortable in your own skin again, read on to discover expert…

Korp-Symoné has dramatically transformed her body recently, losing an incredible 30 pounds in just three months through a combination of intermittent fasting, a ketogenic diet and light exercise. After recently revealing the exact additions she 'has relied on supporting her weight loss transformation, the multihyphenate star opened up on a recent Amazon Live broadcast celebrates Black Business Months about the exact foods and tools that have contributed to her weight loss. Read on to discover what she…

Maybe you have read out the surprise benefits of some of your favorite juices, such as how cantaloupe juice can seriously boost your immunity and cranberry juice can be good for your teeth - really! Science has also identified an unexpected fruit whose juice can provide a variety of health benefits with only a small amount dropped into the water. Keep reading to learn more about the juice that can help you lose weight and become healthier. And for more, check out the secret side effects of eating oranges,…

Year 2018, Kevin Smith had a heart attack that would eventually change his life - surprisingly for the better. The actor and director, then 47, revealed in a subsequent post for his Instagram account that he had suffered a "100% blockade of LAD artery (also known as 'the Widow-Maker' because when you walk you are a goner). " Since then, Smith has been on a mission to shape and live a long, healthy life for himself and his family. Smith lost more than 50 kilos in the first six months after his heart…

Apple cider vinegar is more than just a trendy component to a healthy drink or salad dressing. The vinegar, which is made from fermented apple juice and has been around for thousands of years, can also help you lose weight. In fact, apple cider vinegar can help you shed a few extra pounds in more ways than one. "Apple cider vinegar may give you several weight-loss advantages. Research shows that it can increase fat burning, which is a dream come true for any weight loss hopeful," says The Nutrition Twins—Tammy Lakatos…

Sydney McLaughlin snagged the 400-meter hurdle world record at the U.S. Olympic Trials in June. The esteemed 21-year-old track athlete became the first woman in history to run the event in under 52 seconds—51.9 seconds, to be exact. McLaughlin is competing in the first round of the women's 400-meter hurdles this evening in Tokyo. To mark the occasion, we thought it would be the perfect opportunity to showcase the two-time Olympian's go-to post-workout meal. RELATED: This Is the Exact Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Gold…

Nine-time Olympic medalist Allyson Felix is set to compete in the 400-meter dash at the Tokyo Olympics next week in what will be her fifth and final Olympic Games. Felix, whose Olympic career began in 2004, is currently tied with Merlene Ottey of Jamaica (1980-2000) as the third most decorated track and field Olympian of all time. The track star was slated to compete in the mixed-gender 4×400 relay on Friday, but the U.S. team was disqualified due to an exchange between the first and second legs, Elija Godwin and Lynna Irby.…

Whether you can't imagine eating crudités or chips without a side of guacamole or love to add some sliced avocado to your toast in the morning, there's no denying that avocado is one delicious fruit. While many avocado aficionados may recognize that the fruit's high fat content makes it more satisfying than your average apple or pear, there's a surprising side effect of eating avocado even the biggest guac geeks may not know: as a good source of potassium, avocado may help soothe muscle pain. "Avocados contain more potassium…

The American Heart Association has stated that around 121.5 million Americans suffer from some form of cardiovascular disease (CVD), and that by the year 2035, 45% of all Americans will have some form of heart disease. Interestingly, if you're someone who's been diagnosed with heart disease and partake in occasional, moderate drinking, a new study suggests that particular pattern may not only be unnecessary for you to change, but it could actually help prevent you from experiencing more related conditions. This week, a team…