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Enjoying a refreshing glass of freshly squeezed lemon water has become a popular daily ritual that boasts a myriad of health benefits. According to the Cleveland Clinic, drinking lemon water can support digestion, give you a healthy dose of vitamin C, keep you hydrated, and help you lose weight. To learn more about how drinking lemon water can support weight loss, we chatted with Catherine Gervacio, RND, a registered nutritionist-dietitian and certified exercise nutrition coach at EHProject, who reveals 10 ways that adopting this daily practice can reduce your waistline and help you achieve a toned and trim figure. Lemons…

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Whether it be the start of a new year or any other month on the calendar, many of us are constantly looking for an edge to help with our training and fat loss efforts. Fortunately, there’s a myriad of health supplements promising to make us fitter, leaner, and stronger, but most of us know by now that when it comes to getting in shape, there’s simply no substitute for effort and consistency. Still, there are many supplements that can genuinely aid us on our quest to get ripped, run those extra miles, or lift that heavier weight. Dr Keith Baar,…

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For most of us, starting a brand new year always feels like a welcomed, fresh start. That’s especially true when you have certain fitness, diet, wellness, or weight-loss goals in mind. Sometimes, the most challenging part is taking that very first step and deciding on which is the best weight-loss diet for you, because sustainability is key. We’re here to make things much more seamless and share the 2024 edition of U.S. News & World Report’s Best Diets rankings, specifically, the top five weight-loss diets of 2024. This way, you know exactly what to test out for your weight-loss goals…

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It’s officially 2024. A new year offers new beginnings and an opportunity to reset your eating habits after the holidays.  Andrea Delgado, a Mayo Clinic dietitian, says it’s best to eliminate what you don’t need, including those party food leftovers.  Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (1:03) is in the downloads at the end of the post. Please courtesy: “Mayo Clinic News Network.” Read the script. Is your refrigerator holding onto holiday leftovers? It’s OK to let them go. “What we want to do is, if we have any remaining food items or beverages that lingered after the holidays, we want to…

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If you rely on a massage gun for sweet relief from sore muscles, you might want to take a closer look at your device: One popular model was just recalled due to a risk of overheating, which could pose burn and fire hazards.On January 4, the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the recall of more than 46,000 of Homedics’ Therapist Select Percussion Personal Massagers, which were sold at major retailers including Macy’s, BJ’s Wholesale Club, Lowe’s, The Home Depot, and Amazon. According to the release, the company received at least 17 reports of the device overheating while charging—an…

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There are several breast cancer subtypes. The growth of hormone-dependent breast cancer, the most common subtype, is driven by female hormones. Another common subtype, HER2-positive breast cancer, has excessive copies of a gene called HER2 that makes its cells grow more than they should. Triple-negative breast cancer, also called basal-like breast cancer, is a subtype that isn’t affected by hormones or the HER2 gene. It grows rapidly, is more likely to spread beyond the breast before diagnosis and is more likely to recur than other breast cancers. Roberto Leon Ferre, M.D., a Mayo Clinic oncologist whose research focuses on triple-negative…

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In this insightful episode, I sat down with Jim Vaselopulos, the author of “Clarity: Business Wisdom to Work Less and Achieve More.” Jim shared his profound insights on achieving clarity, focus, and productivity in both our personal and professional lives. His book offers invaluable guidance for anyone looking to streamline their decision-making and prioritize effectively in a world brimming with information. Our conversation ranged from the power of simplicity in decision-making to finding balance and clarity in the midst of life’s constant changes. Jim’s approach to tackling these challenges is both practical and thought-provoking, providing listeners with strategies to navigate…

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Many people promise to exercise more in the new year, but jump-starting your workout routine can be challenging if you’ve been sitting on the couch for a while. It can seem like a daunting task. Dr. Nathan LeBrasseur, director of the Robert and Arlene Kogod Center on Aging at Mayo Clinic, says it’s never too late to get moving, even if you’re an older adult. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (0:55) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: “Mayo Clinic News Network.” Read the script. Starting a workout program or being…

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The product recommendations in this post are recommendations by the writer and/or expert(s) interviewed and do not contain affiliate links. Meaning: If you use these links to buy something, we will not earn a commission. Costco is the ultimate money-saving machine. You can find just about anything there in bulk, from your favorite foods to necessary household products, and if you’re already a dedicated Costco fan, you most likely have your list of must-have items to pick up when you go. Along with being a store that can help you save money, Costco can also help you achieve some of…

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When you’re looking to lose weight and implement healthier lifestyle habits into your routine, an excellent place to start is with your shopping list. If you’re a Wegmans shopper, we chatted with Lisa Young, Ph.D., RDN, the author of Finally Full, Finally Slim, a nutritionist in private practice, and a member of our Medical Expert Board, who shares key aspects to be mindful of on your next grocery store run. With Young’s feedback, we’ve rounded up 10 of the best foods to buy at Wegmans for weight loss. Before you head to the store, though, let’s review some of Young’s tips.…

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