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The Hilsa fish, also known as Ilish or Hilsa herring, holds a special place in culinary traditions and cultural practices. It is a highly sought-after fish known for its delicate flavour, distinctive taste, and smooth texture. Found primarily in the rivers and coastal waters of the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia, the hilsa fish has become an integral part of the local cuisine in countries like Bangladesh, India, and Myanmar. Hilsa has a rich history and cultural significance, making it a subject of admiration, inspiration, and artistic expression. This article explores the various aspects of hilsa fish, including, physical characteristics,…
The statistics are staggering. Black people are more likely to die from cancer than other racial and ethnic groups. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, African Americans have the highest death rate from cancer overall. National Black Family Cancer Awareness Week is June 15–21. Dr. Kim Barbel Johnson, a Mayo Clinic family medicine physician with the Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center, says educating patients is essential to reducing and preventing cancer deaths among Black people. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1:05) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: “Mayo…
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 Heels. Flip flops. Wedges. Pointed toes. Sure, they all look great, but many podiatrists agree: when they don’t fit correctly, these types of shoes can wreak havoc on your feet. Fortunately, there’s another way: barefoot sandals. They let your toes spread, your feet move freely, and strengthen…
The foundational building block of living with migraine starts with a diagnosis (our insurance companies tell us they need it?). In this episode, Kat and Skye share their own migraine diagnosis stories, discuss the differences between neurologists and headache specialists, when it might be time to seek out professional help, and share a few starter Qs for your first (or tenth) appointment. You can also listen on our page and on Apple Podcasts. Additional Reading: 13 Questions You Should Ask Your Doctor If You Have Migraine 7 Conditions People With Migraine Were Misdiagnosed With Skye Gailing Welcome to…
Sometimes, the most challenging part of losing weight, transforming your body, or achieving a certain fitness goal is simply the act of taking that first step to get started. If you’re in need of a dose of pure motivation, you’re going to want to read on to hear about one woman’s true (and truly inspiring!) weight loss journey. We spoke with 30-year-old Eat This reader Lisa Maresca, who lost a substantial amount of weight—100 pounds!—within a two-and-a-half-year period. Here’s how she did it. “I wanted to start my weight loss journey for a multitude of reasons. I am someone who…
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 It can’t be stressed enough how essential of a mineral magnesium is—after all, it keeps our heart and gut healthy and thriving. In addition to the bounty of health benefits, magnesium plays a crucial role for our hydration levels, which is something you might be thinking about…
Way back in 2006, physical therapist John Pallof came up with what is known as the Pallof press. This move dynamically trains anti-rotation, anti-low back extension, and posterior pelvic tilt. Not everyone is onboard with the benefits of the Pallof, but sometimes people miss the subtleties of the Pallof press and its ability to change angles and body positions to train the midsection in various ways. Besides training anti-rotational/lateral strength, it’s is an excellent side plank regression exercise, because not all of us have the required shoulder or hip strength to hold a side plank for time. Other benefits of…
This post contains affiliate links. If you use these links to buy something, we may earn a commission. Are you a pasta lover but concerned about the impact of all the carbs, calories, or gluten in your favorite pasta dishes on your health and waistline? There’s good news! There’s a growing section of supermarket aisles dedicated to low-carb pasta alternatives that offer similar versatility to traditional durum wheat pasta without compromising your health and nutritional goals. Whether you’re following a gluten-free, low-carb, keto, or other carb-restricted lifestyle, these pasta alternatives can be a great solution. Often, not only are they…
Below is an approximation of this video’s audio content. To see any graphs, charts, graphics, images, and quotes to which Dr. Greger may be referring, watch the above video. Four out of four studies on spicy food and mortality found a significant decrease in the risk of premature death, as I detailed in my last video. The intake of sweet peppers also seemed to help, but at a lesser extent. So, there may be some benefit to the spicy capsaicin compound itself. I have a whole section on chili peppers in my Fat Burners chapter in How Not to Diet:…
Sleep may not be top of mind when you think about July 4th (especially when you factor in the fireworks and other festivities). But it’s actually a great time to save on a new mattress—and potentially improve your quality of rest as a result. A huge number of companies, including major retailers like Amazon and Mattress Firm and internet darling mattress brands like Helix and Nectar, have rolled out mattress sales ahead of the holiday.Our favorite 4th of July mattress dealsThere are so many early savings to be excited about, but the deals on SELF Certified mattresses really got our…