Healthy

We have known that it is as good for your brain to go out for more daily constitutional as for the rest of the body. In fact, a recently released study published in the journal Scientific reports suggests that walking along with other forms of moderate exercise have been shown to increase your creativity and inspire your imagination. An earlier study published in the journal APA PsycNet, 2014 found that training is more actually linked to the ability to evoke…

A taste of a friend's dessert. A handful of sweets from the bowl on your desk. The extra nibbles really add - and can stop your weight loss efforts. But do not panic and think that you have to go back to the gym for a double session. In fact, there are many simple (and fun!) Ways to burn off those extra calories without sweating or putting on your exercise equipment. Below are some of the easiest ways to burn 100 calories - fast! All information has been…

Several women say they wish they had not tried weight loss tea products that allegedly cost them their jobs. Three women told a TV news station in Charlotte that they failed drug trials after consuming Total Life Change's Iaso tea and then test positive for tetrahydrocannabinol or THC too short. It is the chemical in marijuana that makes you feel "high". WSOC-TV asked an independent laboratory to test two samples of tea for THC. Although the front package…

Chia seeds are often referred to as a superfood as they deliver a ton of nutrients for minimal calories. While they should be enjoyed often, there's one major side effect you should be cognizant of before pouring several tablespoons of the stuff into your morning bowl of oatmeal. If eaten in access, chia seeds can cause various digestive problems, namely bloating. There are a couple of reasons why this can occur. For starters, chia seeds are very high in fiber, containing about 10 grams per 2-tablespoon serving.…

When you think of springtime and Easter, what foods come to mind? Hand-painted Easter eggs, maybe a spiral ham and some potato salad? Easter isn't one of the biggest food holidays of the year—Thanksgiving has a hold on that title—but it's still a time for eating food that's a little more special than your everyday fare. Whether you're cooking roast lamb or stuffing plastic eggs with candy, Easter has plenty of food traditions of its own. But have you ever wondered whether there are regional factors at play when it comes to…

It's not uncommon to feel thirsty after you drink a glass of vino or to get a headache. But as it turns out, due to specific ingredients in wine, some people can develop an intolerance to the popular alcoholic beverage, which in turn may lead to some pretty uncomfortable and even dangerous side effects. In fact, for some people with a history of asthma (and even for some who don't have asthma), drinking even a glass or two of wine can have the power to trigger a serious asthma attack. How does one develop an intolerance…

Tired of being cooped up in the house and ready to get outside? Maybe it's time to pack a lunch and head for the closest picnic area, stat. Being outside is still OK during the pandemic (just do your best to practice social distancing from anyone who's not in your household!), and it can do wonders for your mental health. Here's the best picnic spot in every state so you can plan a day outdoors. And if you don't want to pack your food, here's The Best Outdoor Restaurant in Every State. ALABAMA: DeSoto State Park in…

If you're trying to decide whether or not to take a fish oil supplement, perhaps you could start by looking into salmon oil, as it's shown to pack the most omega-3 fatty acids. Revealing Omega-3 fatty acids are key for optimal health. As Sydney Greene, MS, RD explained to Eat This, Not That! in a previous article on the difference between omega-3, -6, and -9 fatty acids, "Omega-3s make up the structure of cells in our body. We also need them for hormone production, immune function, and heart and lung support," she said.…

What supplement bottles do you see when you open your medicine cabinet? Maybe you have fish oil for reduced risk of heart disease, probiotics for gut health maintenance, and vitamin D for a strong immune system. According to new research, those fish oil pills may actually be a waste of money. A new study conducted by scientists at the University of Georgia suggests that taking fish oil daily could only be effective if you have the right genetic makeup. The study, which was published in the journal PLOS Genetics, included…

It seems like every day a new study comes out that finds an alternate use for a well-known drug. Surprisingly, new research from Sweden indicates that the drug used to treat mild to moderate erectile dysfunction (ED) may also help men with stable coronary artery disease (CAD) live longer. The new study, which was published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that men with CAD who take Viagra due to impotence (another name for ED) not only appear to live longer but they also have a reduced risk of…