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If you’re overweight, you may feel winded from time to time and experience a variety of lung health issues. For example, walking can be more taxing. “The more excess weight one carries, the more difficult it may be to breathe,” says Lona Sandon, PhD, RDN, associate professor in the department of clinical nutrition at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. But lung health problems associated with being overweight aren’t just a matter of the effort it takes to complete daily tasks. Having a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or above can lead to changes in your body that impair…
When it comes to nutrition, the wellness scene has splintered in many directions lately — whether plant-based, oxalate-free, paleo or carnivorous. After all, there is no ‘one size fits all’ diet, and a bit of diversity in these fast-paced wellness trends can be a good thing!Julie Nguyen is the founder and CEO of Methodology, and knows the value of a diverse diet better than anyone. Methodology offers a high-end meal prep service for busy professionals who want “fine dining-quality, nourishing, delicious meals”. (Read: a clean, affordable alternative to addictive services like Doordash or Postmates).Since her meal prep service offers such…
Those who follow Arik Armstead on TikTok, more than 1.5 million of us, know that the San Francisco 49ers defensive lineman is a big guy that eats even larger. During a recent interview, M&F uncovered the intense training that the 29-year-old goes through in order to hang as an elite NFL athlete, but we also wanted to know more about just how those epic training and workout sessions are fueled. Recently, Armstead posted a video that went viral, detailing a day in his life as relates to eating so, we followed up feverishly with some questions on food, soon finding…
When it comes to healthy snacking, fruit is hard to beat — it’s loaded with vitamins, minerals, and filling fiber. But if you’re trying to lose weight, you may also be looking for ways to eat more protein. So which high-protein fruits can help you up your protein intake while reaping all the benefits fruit has to offer? First things first: Fruit is never going to compete with chicken breast or salmon as a source of protein. To be considered a “good source” of any nutrient, a food must provide 10 to 19 percent of your recommended daily value per serving. A 150-pound person needs around…
Push-ups are a great, full-body exercise move and one that everyone can add to their fitness routines in one form or another. Many people get intimidated by push-ups but there can be a push-up for everyone! More of a beginner? This guide is for you: How To Do Push-Ups for Beginners. Exercise Disclaimer: Before starting any new workout regimen, it’s important to consult with your healthcare provider. If you experience faintness, dizziness, pain, or shortness of breath at any time while exercising, you should stop immediately. The workout below is merely a suggestion and should be adjusted to fit your…
With the Well+Good SHOP, our editors put their years of know-how to work in order to pick products (from skin care to self care and beyond) they’re betting you’ll love. While our editors independently select these products, making a purchase through our links may earn Well+Good a commission. Happy shopping! Explore the SHOP Every September, the urge to go “back to school” shopping hits pretty damn hard, regardless of when or not you’re still a student. This year is no different. It seems like everywhere we look, another brand is throwing a super sale, tempting us to fork over our…
Whether it’s your goal to drop five pounds for a special occasion, or you’re having difficulty breaking a plateau and shedding the final five pounds in your weight loss journey, you’ve come to the right place. Eat This, Not That! spoke with experts who are incredibly knowledgeable about the topic and are here to share 20 easy ways to lose five pounds. From being mindful of your portion sizes to establishing a healthy morning routine, some of our go-to experts want to help you get back on the right track. Of course, it’s important to keep in mind that losing…
It’s no secret that drinking excessively can be detrimental to long-term well-being. But studies show that even moderate drinking—say, a glass of wine and or margarita—can heavily impact your body (specifically the gut microbiome) in the short-term, too… and by short, we mean in the span of just 30 minutes. Sigh. In a recent Instagram post, Will Bulsiewicz, MD, a gastroenterologist and New York Times bestselling author of The Fiber Fueled Cookbook, explains that bacterial endotoxins that cause inflammation begin to rise within half an hour of consuming alcohol. That said, while Dr. Bulsiewicz says that while alcohol isn’t ever…
COVID-19 at-home antigen test At-home COVID-19 tests allow you to collect your sample and detect active COVID-19 infections. But what if you have at-home COVID-19 tests nearing expiration or expired on your shelf? Matthew Binnicker, Ph.D., director of the Clinical Virology Laboratory at Mayo Clinic, says companies set the original test dates arbitrarily due to these diagnostic at-home tests being developed rapidly. So, check your boxes before you toss them. “Now that we are 3 1/2 years into the pandemic, those manufacturers have had the opportunity to go back and assess the test performance over prolonged periods of time. And they’ve updated the…
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. Seafood can be a rather polarizing food category: you either love it and are willing to pay top-dollar at dinner for it, or you can barely wrap your head around why anyone would eat something like an oyster. No matter where you stand, there’s no question that seafood restaurants are among the most highly sought-after dining establishments, especially the ones that serve the freshest quality…