Healthy

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…

Whether they've been vegan for their whole life or are just getting started, many of the stars you know and love refuse to eat meat and other animal-based products. For some, it's a matter of animal rights; for others, it was a life-or-death situation that prompted a dietary change. Here's what 15 celebrities you'll probably recognize have to say about saying no to eating animals. And for more, check out these 15 Classic American Desserts That Deserve a Comeback.…

Overnight oats are by far one of the easiest healthy breakfasts you can throw together. When you consider all of the health benefits of eating overnight oats, how could you ever say no to a bowl of this oatmeal goodness? Plus, with so many different flavor combinations and toppings you can choose from, the breakfast possibilities are truly endless. But what would be considered the most popular ingredient everyone's adding to their overnight oats right now? While adding protein powder sure is a popular add-in, we would have…

What makes burgers so great is their versatility. Not only can you use any kind of meat you want, but you can also get creative with the bread and let your imagination run wild with toppings. Bacon, onions, and American cheese are all pretty standard burger toppings. But what happens when unique toppings like kimchi, feta cheese, and pineapple join the conversation? While Institute of Culinary Education chef and Top Chef season 15 finalist Chris Scott is more of a purist—"I usually go ketchup, mustard, pickles, and raw red…

What do you most commonly order off of the DoorDash app? Perhaps it's your go-to order at McDonald's or your favorite cookie from the local bakery down the street. Well, how about a COVID-19 test to go with that cheeseburger and fries? The food delivery service will soon offer on-demand coronavirus test kits to U.S. households. DoorDash recently announced new partnerships with two leading digital health companies, Vault Health and Everlywell, which will enable the delivery service to bring FDA EUA COVID-9 PCR home…