Nov 20th, 2025 - Insulin resistance is often the silent precursor to Type 2 diabetes. While major risk factors like poor diet, lack of exercise, and central obesity are well known, emerging research suggests that a less obvious but widespread culprit could be undermining the efforts to keep blood sugar in check. This link has been confirmed in cross‑sectional population studies, mechanistic lab research, and even animal models, which together suggest a potential link. Surprisingly, the factor in question is the 'sunshine vitamin' or vitamin D. Studies suggest, apart from their role in bone health, ... [Read More]

Nov 20th, 2025 - "I tried mindfulness, but I can't clear my mind." If you've ever felt this way, you're not alone. One of the biggest myths about mindfulness is that it's about silencing your thoughts or achieving some kind of blank mental state. But here's the truth: Mindfulness Isn't About Clearing Your Mind It's about becoming aware of what's happening in your mind … without judgment. That shift in approach can be powerful, especially when you're feeling anxious. It's also about focusing your awareness fully on the present moment (but more on that below so keep reading!). When anxiety flares up, ... [Read More]

Nov 18th, 2025 - Nothing ruins a great meal like feeling too bloated . But what causes that feeling? Well, you may have eaten one of the common foods that cause bloating. Bloating is that feeling of fullness, discomfort, and distention in your stomach, according to Samantha Dieras, RD , director of ambulatory nutrition services at Mount Sinai Hospital. Dieras adds that this happens when there is excessive gas in the digestive tract and can be caused by a number of things , such as bacterial overgrowth, irritable bowel syndrome, swallowed air, chewing gum, some medications, and certain foods we eat. While ... [Read More]

Nov 17th, 2025 - As a registered dietitian, most of Maddie Pasquariello's Instagram feed looks like how you'd expect. Beautifully constructed salads, grain bowls, and fruit-topped oats. "I roughly follow an 80/20 approach, and I think that tends to work well for most people," she said. A and nutritionists alike, 80% of her meals are devoted to whole foods, usually cooked at home (or store-bought replicas of something she would make, like a salad). However, she believes the "all-or-nothing" approach to eating whole foods can be too restrictive for many people, including herself. "The other 20% is more ... [Read More]

Nov 17th, 2025 - Dana Santas, known as the " Mobility Maker ," is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and mind-body coach in professional sports, and is the author of the book "Practical Solutions for Back Pain Relief." If you've ever caught yourself slouching at your desk and immediately jerked your shoulders back and straightened your spine, you know the struggle. Within minutes, you're slumped over again. Here's why: Rigid corrections are impossible to maintain because they treat posture like a static position to hold rather than a dynamic skill to train. Good posture isn't something you ... [Read More]

Nov 16th, 2025 - Independent, fearless reporting needs readers like you. Power it with a HuffPost membership. Already a member? Here's something you may not have thought about: For some foods (in this case we're talking about bananas), the nutritional effects on your health can vary depending on the ripeness level when you eat it. As a banana ripens, its nutritional content — the amount of sugar, starch and vitamins — changes. Meaning, if you need more sugar before a workout , or less sugar because of diabetes, you may want to eat your banana at a certain ripeness level. Ahead, registered ... [Read More]

Nov 15th, 2025 - You can now listen to Fox News articles! Fiber is known to be a crucial part of a healthy diet, promoting fullness and gut health. As trends like "fibermaxxing" make high-fiber eating more popular, understanding the best sources is increasingly important for individual health, according to nutritionists. Longevity expert Peter Attia, a Stanford University physician based in Austin, Texas, spoke about how fiber aligns with a healthier lifestyle in a sneak peek of his newest "Ask Me Anything" episode of "The Peter Attia Drive" podcast. KIWI COULD HELP EASE A VERY COMMON DIGESTIVE CONDITION ... [Read More]

Nov 15th, 2025 - You likely throw this in the blender without a second thought, but it could be canceling out other beneficial produce, nutrition experts say. As "the demand for nutritious and convenient food and beverage options has risen" in recent years as more people opt for healthier meal choices, so to has the popularity of smoothies, according to the firm . Perhaps you've even heard of the infamous Erewhon smoothies that sell that as much as $20 at the high-end grocery chain—and have become a favorite of celebrities ranging from Hailey Bieber to Sabrina Carpenter. But for those of us to prefer ... [Read More]