Jun 12th, 2025 - insulin resistance prediabetes Type 2 diabetes insulin Whole-grain foods : Whole grains qualify as complex carbohydrates, which take longer to digest. This slower process helps limit blood sugar spikes. Food like oatmeal , brown rice , quinoa and whole-wheat bread qualify as whole-grain products. Fish : There's evidence that omega-3 fatty acids can reduce insulin resistance — many types of fish are loaded with omega-3s . Good sources include salmon , herring and Albacore tuna. Lean proteins : The protein in leaner meat or plant-based products improves your blood glucose levels by ... [Read More]

Jun 10th, 2025 - Imagine being able to sip your way to a healthier liver. One would be shocked to know that taking certain fluids that are available almost at every household can help in the reduction of fatty liver. Supported by science, some natural beverages—such as green tea, beetroot juice, and even black coffee show promising results in the reduction of liver fat and enhancing overall liver function. Let's take a closer look at five such beverages that may be healing your liver, sip by sip. Green tea is loaded with rich antioxidants, especially catechins, which help reduce liver inflammation and ... [Read More]

Jun 9th, 2025 - !DOCTYPE html> The 12-3-30 Workout Could Give Your Fitness Routine the Low-Impact Cardio It Needs Fitness experts weigh in on the benefits and downsides of the latest workout to hit your TikTok feed. You may have heard about the 12-3-30 workout. The trendy fitness approach is all over TikTok , where the hashtag #12330 has amassed more than 374 million views. TikTok content This content can also be viewed on the site it from. Any fitness trend or tips found on the internet should be taken with a handful of salt. But 12-3-30 is both grounded in basic fitness foundations and accessible for a ... [Read More]

Jun 9th, 2025 - !DOCTYPE html> 8 Little Things Yoga Instructors Really Wish You'd Stop Doing in Class | SELF Yoga studios are largely a "you do you" kind of space. Still, if you talk to instructors, there are a few little things that students do in class that…they'd maybe wish they didn't. Some of these habits could put you at risk of hurting yourself. Some can mess with other students' class experience . And others just mean you're not getting as much out of your flow as you could. We tapped a handful of longtime yoga instructors to hear about the most common faux pas they see in the studio. No, ... [Read More]

Jun 9th, 2025 - There are a variety of risk factors for Alzheimer's disease (AD), such as age, genetics, health history, and even sex. Since men and women have different risk factors for the disease, their preventive approaches may also differ—except for one. According to neuroscientist and nutritionist Lisa Mosconi, Ph.D. , the Mediterranean diet is an effective preventive measure for both men and women.  The Mediterranean diet is rich in whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables, healthy fats from fish and olive oil, and flavorful spices. According to the Mediterranean diet food pyramid , ... [Read More]

Jun 8th, 2025 - From adding body weight exercises to traveling on hilly paths, there are plenty of ways to make your walk more effective and challenging. It's hard to overstate the benefits of frequent walks. While this form of exercise may not feel as impactful as a high-intensity workout or distance run, walking actually does wonders for the body. "Physically it will improve cardiovascular health by strengthening the heart, thereby helping circulation, lower blood pressure, helping in the prevention of heart disease and stroke," Matthew Nolan , a chief instructor at Barry's in New York City, told ... [Read More]

Jun 8th, 2025 - If you're trying to slim down for summer, you've probably heard all about cardio, calorie counting and daily step goals. But here's something that doesn't always get the spotlight it deserves:  strength training . You don't need to be a bodybuilder to benefit from lifting weights. In fact, adding resistance training to your routine might be the missing piece if you're struggling to see results from your current workout plan. Unlike high-impact cardio, strength training can be easier on your joints and has long-lasting effects that go beyond the gym. It boosts your metabolism, builds ... [Read More]

Jun 7th, 2025 - Intense exercise 2 or 3 times a week can be just as beneficial for your health as shorter daily workouts, researchers have found Reading Time: 3 minutes To maintain good health, the World Health Organization recommends regular exercise – 150 to 300 minutes of moderate aerobic physical activity, or 75 to 150 minutes of vigorous aerobic physical activity, or an equivalent combination of the two, throughout the week. Those too strapped for time or without the energy to exercise several times a week may prefer to exercise intensely at weekends, or two or three times a week. This "weekend ... [Read More]