Healthy

Maybe you've been doing all the right things. You're eating nutritious foods, portioning them out properly, drinking lots of water, working out regularly—but you're still gaining weight. Don't worry, you're not the only one who experiences this frustration. In fact, if you're currently in a stressful season of your life, it can almost be expected. That's because stress can make your metabolism slow down, causing your body to hold on to that extra weight—regardless of your healthy habits. Here's what you need to know about…

Dinner and a movie—or snacks and a movie—are a pairing as old as time. But with the coronavirus pandemic ravaging the country for the past year, going to the movie theater and enjoying some popcorn or nachos feels like a thing of the past. But even while you're stuck at home, you can still enjoy some fun treats while sitting on the couch. Even if you're not leaving the house anytime soon, why not make a themed snack or meal to go with your latest Netflix binge? If To All the Boys: Always and Forever inspired you to whip up a…

Once considered exotic fare only available at Middle Eastern markets, hummus has rapidly found a place in Americans' hearts (and diets) over the last couple of decades. In fact, American's eat hummus so much now that sales skyrocketed from $5 million annually in the '90s to $725 million in 2016. How's that for a success story? If you're among the 25% of American households who now stock hummus in the fridge, you probably eat it on a weekly, if not daily, basis. Ever wonder how all that chickpea-and-olive-oil dip is affecting…

Fun fact: the first recorded use of the phrase "an apple a day keeps the doctor away" dates back to the 1860s, when it actually originated as "eat an apple on going to bed, and you'll keep the doctor from earning his bread." (We think the modern version is a bit snappier.) Eating a variety of foods is a hallmark of healthy eating, but apples really are worth eating every day. From Granny Smiths to Pink Ladies, you certainly have your choice of varieties, all of which boast tons of health-promoting nutrients. Here's what…

Do-overs: They're what your parents use to give you when you missed an easy hole on the mini-golf course. But sadly, with adulthood, comes "grown-up" responsibilities, leaving little to no time for second shots—especially when it comes to your long-term happy weight. Shedding pounds takes countless hours of dedication, so if you've already gone through the grind to reach your goal weight, do you really want to do it again? We didn't think so. You probably want permanent weight loss. So, go ahead and pat yourself on the…

It is safe to say that the home training brand Peloton has been on quite late. With luxury gym guests forced indoors by a global pandemic, the pioneer manufacturer of the extremely expensive ($ 1,900 and up) virtual training home bike with a virtual screen increased by 232% compared to the year before compared to 2019 - including almost $ 760 million in total. According to at least a report, the good times are still rolling: Peloton experienced a 130% increase…

Everyone who wants to get stronger and stronger - and even lose weight - wants to get the most out of exercise. Maybe it means changing your routine, finding new ways to increase your intensity, trying workouts that will generate even more fat burning or simply scheduling your workout under the window on the day where it will have the biggest impact. According to at least two top coaches we spoke to, there is at least one surefire way to ensure that you tick…

A new study just published in the journal Cancer epidemiology, biomarkers and prevention contains some alarming information for cancer survivors who may take their daily constitutional at a deliberate pace or not walk at all. After analyzing detailed questionnaires from more than 233,000 participants in the study between the ages of 50 and 71, research groups from several top universities and the National Cancer Institute concluded that "Those who walked at…

You've probably heard of - or even experimenting with - intermittent fasting (also known as time-limited eating), which can promote a lot of health benefits, including disease prevention and weight loss. Still, you may not get a reason for a shade of intermittent fasting that can make it both incredibly beneficial and easier to embrace: use your intuition to control your eating patterns. In his new book Intuitive fast, Dr. Will Cole, a leading functional…

It's hard to say that there are magical weight loss powers in food, because eating something does not automatically help you lose weight in that moment. However, there are some foods that are more nutritious than others. And this makes them great staples in a diet when you want to drop a few pounds, or even just live a healthier life. "While no single food will make you lose weight, foods high in protein and fiber will help keep you satisfied longer so you…