Search Results for: weight

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April 25, 2019/Nutrition

Diet Soda and Juice Tied to Increased Stroke Risk

… blood sugar, as well as spikes in insulin. All of these things combined can contribute to excess weight gain ― particularly fat, and also inflammation.It’s also important to keep in mind that artificial sweeteners …

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January 7, 2025/Sleep

What’s the Best Sleep Position for You?

… your side of the bed. Or a particular pillow. Or a blanket that’s just the right weight.You probably have a favorite sleeping position, too. But is it the best position for you?In …

October 13, 2022/Weight Loss

What Is the Volumetrics Diet?

… s sort of a “come for the weight loss, stay for the health benefits” kind of situation.Weight loss is long-term. Short-term diets often cause your weight to yo-yo back and forth …

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August 13, 2021/Nutrition

The Best Teas to Drink for Your Health

… the consumption of green tea to:Cancer prevention.Fighting heart disease.Lower blood pressure.Anti-inflammatory treatment.Weight loss.Lower cholesterol.The healing power of green tea is linked to catechin, an antioxidant compound found …

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April 3, 2024/Nutrition

Is Your Sandwich Healthy? What About Your Wrap?

… make a heart-healthy choice, you want less saturated fat and more fiber. If you’re seeking weight loss, serving size and calories are key.Are wraps healthier than sandwiches?If you walk into your …

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September 20, 2024/Wellness

How To Prevent Yard Work From Causing Back Pain

… CDC). That’s more than activities such as bicycling (290 calories), walking (280 calories) or a light weight-lifting workout (220 calories).(Calorie calculations are for a person weighing 154 pounds/70 kilograms. The calorie …

March 23, 2022/Wellness

Is Green Tea Extract Beneficial?

… lifestyle changes such as:Adopting a high-energy diet.Upping your fitness routine.Meditation and mindfulness.Losing weightResearch on using green tea extract for weight loss has found it can help lower the number on …

February 11, 2022/Children's Health

The Kids Are Not All Right: How the Pandemic Is Affecting Their Mental Health

At the start of the pandemic, we heard it all the time — “Kids are resilient. They’ll be OK.” But it’s been a few years and we’re still grappling with the realities of …

January 8, 2021/Orthopaedics

When Should I Have Surgery for My Bunions?

Q: I have bunions, and they’re becoming bothersome to me. Should I think about having surgery? How do I know when it’s time to consider a procedure?A: Bunions are common, annoying and …

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January 9, 2024/Wellness

Tips to Reduce Cortisol Levels and Dial Down Stress

Stress isn’t exactly in short supply these days. In fact, more than 1 in 4 adults say they’re so stressed out, they can’t even function, according to a report by the American …