Is Sweating a Good Indicator of How Hard You’re Working Out?
If you come out of a workout, and you aren’t drenched in sweat, does it mean you haven’t worked out hard enough? Find out whether “no sweat, no gain” holds true when you exercise.
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Can 30 Seconds of Exercise Relieve Stress?
Exercise does more than just shape your body. It has mental health benefits as well. When you feel stress levels rising, you can break the cycle of stress and anxiety by doing a short burst of high-intensity exercise. Find out why this works.
Does Being Athletic Make You a Better Multitasker?
Does being athletic make you a better multitasker? That’s what a new study seems to suggest. Discover another benefit of staying fit and being athletic.
5 Fitness-Friendly Nuts to Add to Your Diet
All nuts have health benefits, but each nut has a particular strength when it comes to keeping you fit and healthy. If you’re trying to stay in shape, here are five nuts you’ll want to add to the nut mix. Find out what makes them so fitness friendly.
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3 Ways an Omega-6 to Omega-3 Imbalance Causes Inflammation and Disease
A balance of omega-6 to omega-3 fatty acids is essential for the prevention of disease. The average American consumes a diet heavy in omega-6 fatty acids, which leads to inflammation and a variety of diseases that continue to become more common.
Tofu and Black Bean Tacos
A delicious blend of tofu, spices, garlic and black beans make for a delicious, healthy taco filling.
Exercise and HDL: How Much Exercise Do You Need to Do to Raise Your Levels?
HDL-cholesterol is the “good” kind of cholesterol that lowers the risk of heart disease. One way to raise levels of this good form of blood fat is through exercise – but how much do you need to make a difference? Find out what type of exercise is best and how long and how hard you have to work to boost your HDL level.
How to Tell if a Food Really Has Trans-Fat
Not all products that say they’re free of trans-fats actually are. Find out what products to watch out for, and how to be a “trans-fat detective” to avoid unknowingly getting this unhealthy fat in your diet.
The Surprising Health Benefits of Berries
They taste sweet, but they’re surprisingly good for you. Research shows they contain natural chemicals that help to ward off disease. Discover the health benefits of berries and how to add more of these tasty orbs to your diet.
Weight Maintenance: New Study Shows How Your Body Works Against You
It’s an unfortunate fact that most people who lose a significant amount of weight gain a significant amount of it back over time. Statistics show that up to 90% of people who lose weight regain it back within 5 years. Why is weight maintenance so difficult?
Sugar Cravings: 5 Ways to Stop a Sweet Tooth – or Not?
Do you have an insatiable sweet tooth that’s making it hard to lose weight? The good news is the taste for sugar can be unlearned. Discover five ways to finally get your sugar cravings under control.
4 Carb-Cutting Tips That Work
There’s lots of misinformation about carbs. They’re a part of a healthy diet if you make the right choices. Here are four carb-cutting tips that’ll make your diet more carb healthy.