Signs You’re Getting Fitter—Even If the Scale Hasn’t Budged There are many signs you’re becoming more fit. Weight loss is not necessarily one of them. By Jacqueline Andriakos Medically reviewed by Ana Maria Kausel, MD You’ve been doing everything you believe is right to become fitter: loading up on greens, lifting weights, taking walks. But whenever you step on the scale, the…
21 Foods for a Healthy Heart To slash your risk of heart disease, up your intake of these nutrient-rich and high-fiber foods, as well as healthful fats. By Amanda Gardner Medically reviewed by Kimberly Brown, MD Heart disease was the No. 1 cause of death in the United States in 2020, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). But researchers…
Can Probiotics Help Manage the Symptoms of Menopause? By Novella Lui, RD, MHSc Medically reviewed by Stacy A. Henigsman, DO Probiotics may help ease menopausal symptoms and regulate body weight, but their effectiveness remains controversial. Menopause can be a challenging time for some people. Many people experience hot flashes, night sweats, and other symptoms alongside physical changes such as weight…
Everything Shower: Why This Self-Care Routine Is Taking Over TikTok By Victoria Stokes Fact checked by Sheeka Sanahori If you’ve ever stepped into the shower at the end of a stressful day and instantly felt a little calmer, then you might be interested in a new trend: The “Everything Shower.” An “Everything Shower” isn’t simply about washing. It includes a…
3 Daily Habits That Will Positively Affect and Protect Your Mental Health Starting simple with daily habits can work wonders in improving your mental health. By Kelly Hyman The act of self-care is ongoing. Though social media might have us believe it can be easily solved with a bubble bath or one-time meditation, it requires far more engagement to be effective. The work we put…
Successful People Establish Deliberate Morning Routines. Here’s How to Make One for Yourself. A consistent, intentional morning routine generates momentum and has been scientifically proven to have massive impacts on your mood, anxiety levels, productivity levels and overall health. By Ashley Notarmaso It’s no secret that making better choices improves our overall physical, mental and emotional well-being. Creating good habits contributes to…
Invest in Yourself: 10 Things Every Working Woman Should Do This Year When striving for success, it is easy to forget about your mental and physical health. But without health, you cannot fully succeed. Follow these ten lifestyle strategies for success in your personal and professional life. By Kelly Hyman Self-care has become an all-encompassing term that has strayed from the…
How to Start Working Out When You Haven’t In a While (Or Ever) Find an exercise routine that’s right for you—and actually stick with it. By Mallory Creveling, ACE-CPT Medically reviewed by Suzanne Fisher, MS In addition to eating healthy, getting physically active is a great start to living a healthy lifestyle. But beginning a regular exercise routine can seem unnerving—so much so…
Seasonal Sleeping: Why We Need More Rest in the Winter By Tony Hicks Fact checked by Maria Gifford Human beings are creatures of the sun. In more ways than one. A study published today in the journal Frontiers in Neuroscience reports that humans experience longer REM sleep in winter than summer – even in artificially lit urban areas – and less deep sleep in autumn. Researchers from…
Do You Burn More Calories in the Cold? Heading out in the cold may actually be one of the best ways to boost your workout results. By Alyssa Shaffer Medically reviewed by Roxana Ehsani, MS If cool weather is your cue to hunker down in the gym, it may be time to rethink that strategy. Some evidence suggests that you may burn…