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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. Hot dogs get a bad rap because they’re traditionally made with processed red meat and are high in sodium and saturated fat — two nutrients linked to poor health. But that doesn’t mean you have to shun frankfurters this barbecue season. “Hot dogs aren’t perfect foods, but they are fun summertime food, and I encourage my clients to enjoy them on occasion,” says Jaime Windrow, RD,…
RYAN SWOBODA ALWAYS dreamed of playing collegiate football, but his career nearly ended the same week it began. On Monday, July 10, 2017, he showed up for the first day of training camp at the University of Virginia in a T-shirt and shorts and began a grueling series of conditioning drills. The punishment of choice that day was “up-downs”—about 200 of them. It was hot and humid but nothing he hadn’t experienced growing up in Florida. So he hauled his six-foot-ten, 300-plus-pound frame up off the steamy turf, again and again, but then went back to his room feeling exhausted.…
It’s been long known that vitamin D plays a valuable role in health. From supporting our immune systems to promoting brain, bone and lung health, it’s very important to get enough of the “sunshine vitamin.”Our bodies require vitamin D for many functions. For example, we need it in order to absorb calcium, iron and other essential nutrients. Vitamin D deficiency is a serious concern and unfortunately more common than many may realize. Vitamin D deficiency symptoms include fatigue, regular sickness or infection, bone or muscle pain, mood disorders or hair loss. If you are a deficient for a long time,…
There is a concept in Japanese tea ceremony from Zen, roughly translated as “one chance in a lifetime,” or “one lifetime, one meeting.” It’s such a beautiful idea: any meeting you have with someone is unique, fleeting, and will never happen again, even if you see this person every day. What would life be like if we could learn this kind of deep appreciation for any moment? I notice myself often in a hurry for something I want to happen right away. I want it to be fully finished, yesterday. I’m overlooking the incredible moment that’s happening right now. I…
Looking to run faster, more efficiently, and with fewer injuries? To accomplish all three, you need strength training on the schedule. According to a 2022 review paper published in Sports, resistance exercise improves running economy and biomechanics, and it may even reduce the likelihood of injury. That’s precisely why you want to add this effective, full-body circuit workout to your training plan. “A full-body strength-training program is absolutely vital for any runner, whether they be a weekend warrior or a sponsored athlete,” Dane Miklaus, C.S.C.S., founder of WORK Training Studio in Irvine, California tells Runner’s World. “Not only will it…
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. Summer activities can be thirsty work—but also hungry work. Nothing pairs better with a dip in the pool than a side of chips and dip. Munching on some fruit or veggies on the beach is a must. And a long evening walk wouldn’t be complete without an ice cream cone to top it off. You have plenty of options when it comes to where to…
Macrophages are a type of white blood cell that are among the body’s first line of defense against infection. In addition to killing harmful microorganisms, macrophages typically can initiate a response against tumors. However, macrophages, like other cells, can enter a state called senescence, which is linked to aging, disease and multiple physiological problems. When cells become senescent, they stop dividing, but they do not die and are not always eliminated from the body. They can linger and accumulate in tissues and may secrete molecules that are harmful. This is why senescent cells have been called “zombie cells.” The reason…
If you’ve come to rely on that pain in your stomach to tell you when your time of the month arrives, it can be unsettling to have cramps but no period. The truth is this experience is more common than you think and a wide range of health issues, from infections to stress to hormonal conditions, can throw your cycle off.Sometimes your body can also trick you into thinking that your period is about to start when that’s not the case. “Hormonal changes related to ovulation can affect some of the same pathways in your brain that might be affected…
Show Full ArticleFather’s Day brings families together to honor the men who support, care for and love their children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other people in their lives. The celebration isn’t complete until the whole gang gathers for a hearty dinner that can satisfy man-size appetites.What can you serve that everyone will enjoy, is healthy and keeps you (and maybe dad, too) on track with your Nutrisystem weight loss plan? Here are 20 healthy Father’s Day dinner recipes that feature real ingredients and plenty of protein to fill you all up. Many are so quick and easy to prepare, you…
Back to Basics It is in our nature to move. It’s how we interact with the world in order to improve ourselves and others. Today, we still have these abilities, but in more complex ways. Movement has become more about aesthetics and less about functionality. Is it possible to get back to our primitive instincts to improve our health? Primal movements will achieve this exact goal for any athlete or ordinary person. Origins The Primal Movement Workouts first took shape in 2017 by Hungarian professional athlete Peter Lakatos. Growing up, his instructor trained him through games that tested his coordination…