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Here’s How Much Exercise You Need Based on Your Age
Right now, exercise might not be on top of your to-do list. But the World Health Organization (WHO) says it should be. According to its physical activity guidelines, 1 in 4 adults (and 4 out of 5 adolescents) don’t get enough aerobic exercise. That might not sound so bad, but a lack of physical activity can increase the odds of an early death by 20 to 30%...
What Is a Fartlek? The Training Technique Made Me a Faster Runner
When I started running a few years ago, I would jog from one telephone pole to the next, then walk past two, three or four poles until my heart rate came down and my legs recovered. Then I would add another pole-to-pole jogging segment, and take another walking break. I started off with three to five of these cycles in my earliest “runs” — it would be more accurate...
Want a Lean Body For Good? Eat These 8 Foods Every Day
Getting "lean"—having a muscular physique and a low body fat percentage—is a little easier said than done. Sure, you know that maintaining a balanced diet and getting plenty of exercise helps, but what you may not be aware of is that there are specific types of foods you'll want to focus on that can support your goals. While there are a lot of factors that affect...
Vegetarian? More Like Planetarian — How Tiny Tweaks to Your Dinner Can Help Save The Planet
Eating less meat and dairy is one of the ways we can have a positive impact on the future of the planet, as multiple studies on climate change have demonstrated.
But as anyone who is holding on to an unused gym membership can tell you, getting a new habit to stick isn't that simple...
How I'm Protecting My Mental Health Against the Exhaustion of the Holiday Season
Eating Habits to Avoid If You Have High Cholesterol
Having high cholesterol is quite common in the US. In fact, nearly 1 in 3 adult Americans have this condition – making it a popular condition that people are focused on improving.
Unfortunately, while many people know the risks associated with having high cholesterol, including an increased risk of stroke...
Secret Effects of Doing Yoga, Says Science
You likely know that getting regular exercise is essential for good health. However, that doesn't mean you have to endure grueling runs on the treadmill or heavy weightlifting sessions to see significant improvements in your wellbeing. Research suggests that yoga is a highly effective means of improving your overall health—often in ways that might surprise you. Read on to discover the secret side effects of doing yoga...
Alkaline Water: What Is It and Does It Have Benefits?
There's no debate about it: Drinking enough water is essential for great health. Nutrition experts and researchers agree drinking enough water and maintaining proper hydration can improve everything from your memory and mood to digestion and skin condition.
But in recent years, there's been a buzz around different types...
How Walking Can Help You Lose Weight, Decrease Stress, and Lower Blood Pressure
Is MSG Bad for Your Health? The Surprising Truth
MSG has an image problem. An estimated 42% of us are trying to limit or avoid MSG entirely, according to the International Food Information Council. At the same time, food companies and restaurants love it for its rich, savory flavor. That’s a pretty big disconnect. Is MSG really as problematic as we’ve been led to believe, or is it time to give it a second look?