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These 6 dinner foods help control hunger and support belly-fat loss in just 30 days. Do you want to burn fat in 30 days? Choose your food carefully. “There are no magical foods that melt belly fat, but the right dinner choices can absolutely support fat loss,” says Tara Collingwood, MS, RDN, CSSD, LD/N, ACSM-CPT, a Board Certified Sports Dietitian and co-author of the Flat Belly Cookbook for Dummies. “Focus on foods that are high in protein, rich in fiber, and help control evening hunger and blood sugar. These factors are essential for reducing overall and abdominal fat over time.” Here are…

There’s a line from Loki that never really left me. Not the mischievous grin, not the swagger — the line. “I am burdened with glorious purpose.” At first glance, it sounds like ego wrapped in velvet. But the more time I spent with it — and the more the series unfolded — the more I realized it’s one of the most honest descriptions of being human. We’re all carrying something. And we’re all trying to make it mean something. Before the final season aired, I recorded a short video exploring this line. I looked at the two words that anchor…

The dust may now have settled after the Precision Fuel & Hydration IRONMAN 70.3 World Championships held last month in Spain, but the indelible mark that race day has made on those who entered is a life changing experience. Athletes from all walks of life, not to mention individual mental and physical challenges, headed to Marbella to make that iconic 1.2-mile (1.9km) swim, 56-mile (90km) bike ride and 13.1-mile (21.1km) run in November to test the edge of their limits. So, to find out more, M&F caught up with four inspiring athletes and discovered what motivated these people to compete,…

Leafy vegetables hold a special place in Indian cuisine, and are widely used in a myriad of traditional dishes. Indian cooking showcases an array of leafy vegetables, each with its unique flavour profile and culinary purpose. While popular varieties like spinach and fenugreek are well-known, there is a treasure trove of lesser-known Indian leafy vegetables that offer a plethora of health benefits and gastronomic delights. Lesser Known Indian Leafy Vegetables and Their Health Benefits  While spinach, fenugreek, and other popular leafy vegetables are widely recognised and appreciated in Indian cuisine, there are others that deserve attention too. These lesser-known Indian…

A nutrition expert shares seven breakfast foods that help shrink belly fat after age 50. Are you over 50 and unsure of what to eat in the morning to jumpstart fat loss? “After age 50, hormonal shifts, reduced muscle mass, and a slower metabolism can make abdominal fat easier to gain and harder to lose,” Tara Collingwood, MS, RDN, CSSD, LD/N, ACSM-CPT, a Board Certified Sports Dietitian and co-author of the Flat Belly Cookbook for Dummies, tells Eat This, Not That! “While no single food ‘burns belly fat,’ choosing the right breakfast foods can absolutely support a healthier metabolism, stabilize blood sugar,…

Let’s be honest. One of my least favorite parts of getting older is waking up and wondering who that puffy, tired stranger is staring back at me in the mirror. And I have always been a puffy-in-the-morning person. Long flight? Puffy. Stayed up too late? Puffy. Accidentally inhaled an entire serving of spicy noodles before bed? Puffy. As time goes on, my under eyes are fully committed to the drama. Some mornings, no amount of concealer or color corrector can hide the dark circles, the shadows or the general why does my face look like this energy. For the longest…

If Russell Thomas gives former athlete vibes while playing Vice President Eli Winter on Tyler Perry’s The Oval, it’s because the chiseled actor made the UCLA Bruins football team before transitioning to tinsel town. While many actors put themselves through extreme last-minute preps when they are called upon for shirtless scenes, Thomas draws on his Division I experience to stay in shape. The 6’3” athlete turned actor from Los Angeles, is always evolving his fitness routine, however, and has learned to compliment those football workout staples, like the bench press, with more functional movements in order to maintain longevity, as…

Rebuild confident arm strength in 7 minutes, right at home. Reaching for a heavy pan on the top shelf or lifting grocery bags into your car used to feel effortless, but somewhere along the way, those simple tasks started feeling harder. The good news is you don’t need a gym membership or expensive weight machines to rebuild your arm strength. Here’s a simple 7-minute standing routine that can help you regain confidence in your upper body at any age. Why Arm Strength Matters After 50 Shutterstock In my experience as a Health and fitness instructor at East Jefferson General Hospital,…

Chances are, you’ve been sleeping on fermented foods for most of your life. Here in the US, they’re “not a natural part of our diet like in a lot of other populations,” Amy Burkhart, MD, RD, a physician and registered dietitian who specializes in gut health, tells SELF. Germany has sauerkraut, Korea has kimchi, China has stinky tofu, Japan has miso, but Americans—ever behind gastronomically—don’t have a signature fermented dish.But interest in fermented food is growing steadily as people become more cognizant of its far-reaching benefits for the gut. And unlike some contemporary nutrition trends (looking at you, protein craze),…

Black sesame seeds, a staple in Asian cuisine and traditional medicine, have been gaining popularity worldwide due to their incredible nutritional benefits and unique flavour. These tiny black gems, derived from the Sesamum indicum plant, have been used for centuries as both a culinary delight and a potent source of essential nutrients. From their origins in ancient civilizations to their inclusion in contemporary diets, black sesame seeds continue to captivate the interest of health-conscious individuals and culinary enthusiasts alike. In this article, we delve into the nutritional wonders of black sesame seeds, exploring their macronutrient and micronutrient profiles. We will…