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We’ve all been there – staring at the grocery store shelf with fifteen different cooking oils, wondering, “Which one won’t wreck my gut?” Between options ranging from olive and avocado to coconut and vegetable oils, it’s enough to make your head spin. So, cooking oils, good or bad? From olive and avocado to coconut and vegetable oils, we break down the best oils for your health, but don’t worry, we’re here to help and break it all down for you so you can cook easy and rest healthy. Not All Oils Are Created Equal Here’s the thing: different oils have…

It’s easy to stick to the same skin care routine you’ve had for years. The reality is, though, your skin won’t always glow or bounce back like it once did, so you may want to think about switching up products every now and then. After all, skin can undergo several changes, especially as you get older — and wrinkles are one visible sign it’s happening.  While they can appear at any age, it’s never a bad idea to incorporate retinol products into your regimen. Retinol is a powerful ingredient in anti-aging skin care, and I spoke to an expert about…

You know those days where you know exactly what you need to do – go to the gym, prep your meals, do the laundry, answer the emails – but your brain just says “nope, not gonna happen”? Not because you don’t care about those things. Not because you’re lazy. But because it all just feels so … heavy. Overwhelming. Boring.And, even though it’s the first thing most of us reach for, the solution isn’t just downing another cup of coffee hoping for liquid self-discipline while whispering “no excuses” to yourself.The problem is that most of us are trying to perpetually…

The barbell bent-over row is a certified classic. It’s one of the best barbell exercises for building a thick, muscular back and enhancing upper-body pulling power. However, as effective as it is, it’s not an excellent fit for everyone, as some lifters struggle to maintain a solid hip hinge or feel their lower back give out before their lats do in comes these 5 barbell bent-over row alternatives Others don’t have the hip mobility or recovery bandwidth to make barbell rows happen, but fear not. Skipping the barbell bent-over row doesn’t mean you’re kicked out of the Lat club. Here,…

Weight loss has always been a complex topic, physically, emotionally, and socially. But in recent years, it has entered an entirely new chapter. With the rise of GLP-1 medications, such as semaglutide and liraglutide, the narrative has shifted from diets and willpower to hormones and biology. Developed initially for managing type 2 diabetes, these drugs are now gaining widespread attention for their role in aiding weight loss. With several celebrities and influencers attributing their transformations to GLP-1s, the popularity is surging, and so is curiosity. This surge in interest has led many to wonder: Is this right for me? And…

As good as it can feel to get back outside in the summertime, there’s no denying that hot weather can irritate your skin (sweat, chafing, sunburns—you get the idea). One not-so-fun result of a day in the sun? Heat rash, also called miliaria or prickly heat, a condition caused by blocked sweat ducts, Victoria Billero, MD, a dermatologist at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, tells SELF.While heat rash can happen anywhere on your body, it’s most common on your back, Dr. Billero says. You may notice small, sometimes fluid-filled bumps that appear pink and red on lighter skin tones or…

One of the best things you can learn in life is knowing the balance between when to open yourself up and when to shut the hell up. Blunt? Sure. But it’s also honest. And honesty matters more than politeness when you’re talking about the things that actually shape your life. We live in a world that rewards expression. Speak your truth. Share your story. Be vulnerable. And yes—there’s power in all of that. A lot of it. But there’s a quiet, underrepresented counterpart: the wisdom of restraint. Of knowing when to hold back. When to sit with your thoughts a…

How GLP-1 Medications Help to Lose Weight –  A full analysis of weight loss medications, including nutritional implications. As registered dietitians and weight loss experts with over 20 years of experience, we’ve seen a complete shift in the industry over the last few years. Two years ago, only about 10% of our new weight loss clients came to us using GLP-1 medications to lose weight, like Ozempic. Now, about 65-75% of our new clients come to us already taking medications like Ozempic, Mounjaro, and Wegovy. We have helped our clients achieve lasting weight loss, no matter their situation. However, if…

With spring here and summer on the horizon you may be thinking more about banishing belly fat. Maybe you’re feeling the bloat or you just want to look better in your clothes. Whatever the reason, it’s a common desire to reduce fat in the abdominal area. By now we know that you can’t spot-reduce fat. It’s not as simple as doing a bunch of crunches – in order to see a difference you’ve got to change your lifestyle which means paying attention to not just your calories and what you’re eating, but to your movement, water intake and even your…

Newly anointed IFBB Pro, Sam Sulek recently shared an off-season leg workout mixing control and intensity and for those wondering how the social media star taxes his upper body and grows such huge arms, the big man was back this week to demonstrate an epic arm day that illustrates the same trademark blend of brilliant form before going all out in the finish. Sharing his arduous arm session for his four million+ YouTube followers, Sam Sulek left it all in the gym here. Try it for yourself. Sam Sulek’s Off-Season Arm Workout Triceps Rope Pulldowns — 2 Sets, 10 Reps…