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Volume eating is one of the best weight-loss hacks people swear by when trying to shed a few pounds. The premise is essentially eating more to lose weight, which is a pretty appealing formula, don’t you think? We spoke with the experts and have everything you need to know to hop on the trend. Lori Barrett, RDN, of Top Nutrition Coaching, and 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, share their best volume eating tips to speed up your weight-loss efforts, so listen…
Being a contestant on Survivor, which debuted its 46th season last week, seems like an undeniably humbling experience. You are quasi-marooned in a beautiful but remote location, stripped of all the comforts of modernity, and pushed to your physical limits. On top of that, you have next to no privacy—you’re surrounded by a crew of producers and cameramen, as well as your fellow contestants (who may or may not be conspiring against you). This denial of solitude goes some way towards explaining why, of all the questions viewers have about the behind-the-scenes workings of the show, one of the most…
Neurosciences March 6, 2024 Bad back? It’s why many people seek medical care. Nonoperative approaches such as physical therapy are typical, first-line treatments for back pain. But minimally invasive robotic spine surgery is improving recovery and long-term outcomes for some patients who need surgery. James “Sonny” Rivera describes his lower back pain vividly: “A hot burning rod going down my leg” and “a lightning bolt hit me in my back.” While Sonny remembers having back pain since he was a teen, a 2021 ATV accident made his pain intolerable when he stood, walked a short distance or rolled over in…
Nobody likes sweaty feet—soaked socks can lead to smelly shoes, blisters, and just general discomfort while you’re working out, spending the day checking off chores, or exploring your neighborhood. It’s normal for your feet to perspire, especially in warm weather, but if the hot, slippery feeling is bugging you, it might be time to consider upgrading your go-to shoes to a more breathable pair that makes you less likely to overheat and sweat.Choosing the right footwear is also important to your well-being—non-breathable shoes may exacerbate health ailments like athlete’s foot or nail fungus, especially if you have a condition like…
You can’t go into a gym nowadays without hearing famous quotes from great bodybuilders or movies. Whether you hear someone getting psyched up by yelling “yeah buddy” or hear a lifter joke about what the pump really feels like, these famous lines are both memorable and entertaining with a spice of inspiration when you get near the end of a set. You know you’ve said “light weight, baby” at least once. The remake of the ‘80s classic film “Road House,” starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Conor McGregor is set to hit theaters on March 8. This film is a new vision…
Rhodiola (also known by its botanical name rhodiola rosea) is an herb that’s been used in Europe to help promote physical endurance and combat the effects of high altitudes for hundreds of years. Because this botanical has historically been used to help temporary anxiety and fatigue, it has become mighty popular in our modern, stressed-out, wellness-loving world. It’s now pretty easy to find rhodiola extract, rhodiola supplements, and even herbal shots that contain the root. Read on to find out the benefits of rhodiola root, how you can take it, and why it’s important to be selective about rhodiola (and…
Health & Wellness Mayo Clinic Staff March 5, 2024 Vitamin K is a nutrient that helps blood clot or stop bleeding. Most adults get vitamin K from their food. Bacteria in the large intestines also make some vitamin K that the body can absorb. Healthcare professionals recommend all babies receive a vitamin K injection at birth to help their blood clot effectively. New parents often have questions about these preventive measures for newborns, which also may include screenings for genetic conditions and antibiotic eye ointment to prevent eye infections. Here are answers to common questions new parents ask regarding vitamin K: How…
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune condition in which your immune system treats hair follicles as if they’re viruses or other invading germs. It attacks them and causes damage that makes your hair fall out.Most people with alopecia areata develop bald patches on their scalp. But if you have this condition, you can lose hair from any part of your body where hair grows — including your eyebrows, eyelashes, facial hair, and leg hair. Alopecia can cause either small bald patches or total hair loss.Autoimmune conditions can lead to other autoimmune conditions, but having one is not a guarantee that you’ll…
Everyone who’s been on a diet would agree that it’s not an easy task to lose weight. When something comes along that seems to work, it’s time to take some notes. We’re here today to break down the 800 Gram Challenge, which could quite possibly be the simplest way to lose weight. So grab your pen and notepad, and listen up. We spoke with The Nutrition Twins®, Tammy Lakatos Shames, RD, CDN, CFT, and Lyssie Lakatos, RD, CDN, CFT, who sit on our Medical Expert Board, who break down everything you need to know about the trend. And when you’re…
At the end of a productive day, how do you feel? If your answer is exhausted and depleted, instead of proud and energized, you might need to rethink the definition of “productive” altogether. That’s what New York Times bestselling author Cal Newport does for us in his new book, Slow Productivity: The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout. Hustle culture is not the answer. Slow productivity is.Newport’s book is a response to blatant and subtle callouts from his readers and followers, as well as his own family. “Two things happened at the same time. First, in my own life, my three…