Come what may—cold, flu, norovirus—certain travelers manage to jet-set all over the world, attend the most crowded events, and rarely get sick. If you’re not one of the lucky few, there are still some ways to mitigate the negative health effects of frequent travel.
Read MoreIf you’re at all like me, you suffer from bedtime procrastination (it’s a real thing, people!). But, even if you aren't addicted to scrolling through your social feeds after lights out, your phone might be messing with your sleep habits—and causing you to gain weight.
Read MoreAt Eat This, Not That!, they spent a lot of time unmasking health impostors. And the truth is, the superpowers of kale, have been highly exaggerated. Sure, it’s good for you, but the ranking of kale as our greatest green is just one of many word-of-mouth myths that drive our nutritional decision-making, often in the wrong direction.
Read MoreEven routine runners have off days where legs feel like lead or motivation is just lacking. There's a seriously easy way to help make those workouts seem shorter and less painstaking: By creating visual goals along your route. A new study from New York University found that keeping...
Read MoreSure, Halloween is all about costumes and parties but what most of us really love about the holiday is the tasty treats, am I right? Colorful candy corn, “fun size” chocolate bars, and chewy gummy candies will certainly satisfy your sweet tooth, but, unfortunately all of those calories aren’t doing your waistline any favors.
Read MoreThe American supermarket is like a Halloween parade in reverse. To go trick or treating, neighborhood kids dress up as goblins and try to take sugar out of your hands. But at the supermarket, gruesome creatures dress up as kindly benefactors and try to put sugar into your hands.
Read More‘Tis the season for pumpkin. By now, you've probably already indulged in at least one pumpkin spice latte — or at least sipped on a bottle of pumpkin ale. How do we know? Because America is obsessed — still — with the orange-colored squash.
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Milk Duds. Swedish Fish. Sour Patch Kids. Reese's peanut butter cups. Even if you don’t eat much candy, you probably have a soft spot for Halloween treats. Or maybe you get into the spirit of the season with a pumpkin-spiced latté? And all that sugar can affect your brain in some frightening ways.
Read MoreHard as it is to believe, we are officially into fall! And, as the weather gets cooler, it’s time to transition our shorts-wearing, tank-toppy summer workouts into things that are a bit more…you know, autumn-friendly. Here, a few fun options.
Read MoreIt's October! Bring on the pumpkin pie, pumpkin bread, pumpkin soup and pumpkin everything... right? Maybe not, says dermatologist Whitney Bowe. As she tells #OWNSHOW, eating too much pumpkin can have an unintended effect on your skin.
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You've heard the news by now: Sitting is the new smoking. It’s been linked to an increased risk of diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and early death. Not to mention possible potato-like proportions. But with most of us logging hours at desk jobs can it really be that bad?
Read MoreIt’s happening…the weather is changing and everyone here in Chicago has pulled their fleece jackets out of the closets. So, here are some easy, surefire tips to a healthy Autumn. Like instead of summer’s raw salads which can cause gas and bloating, try to eat more stews, soups and steamed vegetables.
Read MoreEvidence is building that products of the cacao plant, especially dark chocolate, are good for your heart. Medical studies show that people who eat dark chocolate have healthier cardiovascular systems, boasting better blood circulation and lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
Read MoreMinor aches and pains, scheduling issues and other concerns lead many people to skip exercise plans instead of figuring out a way around the obstacles. Below, top fitness experts share their thoughts about how to prevent some common quandaries from disrupting your workout routines and commitment to fitness.
Read MoreStudy: On average, the participants who were told that their peers had been able to hold the plank longer on their second try held the pose 5 percent longer than they had the first time; the group who hadn't been told anything, on the other hand, saw an 18 percent drop in hold time on their second attempt.
Read MoreOne minute, you’re drenching everything you eat in olive oil, the next you’re filling your pantry with nothing but “fat-free” goodies. Figuring out fat is beyond confusing…and annoying. The great news: these 9 new fat facts are all you need to know to about choosing the right fats and navigating around the sketchy ones.
Read MoreYou brush, rinse, floss—hopefully morning and night—but there’s one more thing you can do to keep your teeth bright and white: consider what they’re chewing. From staining and weakening your enamel to giving you bad breath, there are many hidden culprits in your diets. New York City-based periodontist Dr. Nicholas Toscano explains which items will hurt your smile—and maybe even your personal life.
Read MoreThere’s still so much we don’t know about the mass of gray stuff in our skulls and how it relates to what we eat. But two new pieces of research support the notion that our brains and appetites are intrinsically intertwined. New findings presented last week, suggest that brain chemistry may cause some temptation by that plate of chocolate chip cookies.
Read MoreThe gym can be an interesting place to go to as a physical therapist. I am always fascinated by the many people who tend to make the same mistakes when working out. Whether it’s overworking a group of muscles or performing an exercise that just won’t get you results, here are the top six common workout errors I see both at the gym and when working with my patients...
Read MoreJoining a gym can be a fantastic way to get fit, but it’s not the only way. You can enjoy a variety of workouts at home or outside that will give you the same great results and put a smile on your face at the same time! Here are 8 fun ways to get fit without a gym!
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