Apr 16th, 2024 - Twenty percent of U.S. adults get just five hours of sleep, or less, every night, according to a recent Gallup poll . Experts agree you should prioritize getting enough sleep if you want to wake up feeling energized the next day. But there are also some foods that nutritionists say can boost your energy if you do need a pick-me-up. These are the four types of foods that are the key to more energy, according to experts. 4 energy-boosting foods, according to nutritionists 1. Complex carbohydrates Simple carbohydrates, including white bread, quickly break down into sugar and instantly lead to ... [Read More]

Apr 15th, 2024 - Qigong is a physical activity that aims to optimize energy within the body, mind and spirit with the goal of improving and maintaining health and well-being.  Qigong is a system of coordinated mind-body exercise forms that uses posture, meditation, breathing, and movement to increase energy and enables the body to heal itself to promote overall well-being when practiced consistently and mindfully.  These exercise movements and healing techniques were developed in ancient China and Tibet over thousands of years, and are practiced for a variety of reasons that can bring about ... [Read More]

Apr 14th, 2024 - The Power of an Avocado – Scientists Discover Simple Trick To Improve Diet Quality Consuming an avocado daily could improve overall diet quality, according to a team led by researchers in Penn State's Department of Nutritional Sciences . Poor diet quality is a risk factor for many diseases, including heart disease, and many American adults have poor diet quality and do not meet key dietary recommendations provided by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. This study was led by Kristina Petersen, associate professor of nutritional sciences, and Penny Kris-Etherton, retired Evan Pugh ... [Read More]

Apr 13th, 2024 - All that's missing is Allan Sherman . We all know that chips and candy bars aren't the healthiest snacks, but you can upgrade to a snack that helps prevent a number of chronic health problems. When you need a packable, munchable food to carry you through between meals, nuts and seeds are a perfect choice, loaded with fiber, good fats and protein. Still, you've probably heard various caveats about certain nuts ― that cashews are bad for us, for example, while almonds are better. Is that really true? We asked some nutrition experts which unsalted nuts and seeds are their top picks for ... [Read More]

Apr 12th, 2024 - Improving bone health in kids is essential for their growth and development. But kids are often fussy eaters and end up ditching foods that are nutritious and good for their health. Well, this is one of the major concerns for parents who try to sneak in nutrition through healthy foods and meals. If you too have been struggling to give your kids ample nutrition in their growing years, then here are six foods that can help strengthen bones naturally. calcium , protein and healthy milk fats, which are essential for bone growth and strength. The easiest way to add dairy based foods in your kids ... [Read More]

Apr 12th, 2024 - 7 Best Resistance Band Exercises to Strengthen the Abs and Core A resistance band can help you make greater strength gains. Here are the resistance band ab and core exercises experts recommend. If you typically stick to body weight for your ab and core routine, consider incorporating a resistance band for added benefits. Resistance bands are effective strength training tools. Like free weights (such as dumbbells), resistance bands make body-weight ab and core exercises more challenging. Stretching or elongating the band increases the resistance, and stimulates strength gains in working ... [Read More]

Apr 12th, 2024 - In new research, published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition , scientists looked at how diets containing real meat compare to those using plant-based meat alternatives, especially in terms of cardiovascular health and diabetes risk. Diets rich in plant-based foods have been found beneficial for heart and metabolic health, thanks to their wide variety of health-promoting components like vitamins, fibres and antioxidants. However, for those who regularly eat meat, switching to such diets can be challenging due to deep-seated cultural, historical, and social influences on meat ... [Read More]

Apr 12th, 2024 - He loves brassicas like broccoli, which scientists believe have anti-cancer properties.  It's no secret that Michael Pollan loves plants . He's been encouraging folks to eat more real food — especially veggies — for nearly two decades. Pollan, the author of "The Omnivore's Dilemma" and "In Defense of Food," said that vegetables can function as preventive medicine — and they provide more health benefits than taking pricey supplements. "It's much better to get your vitamins from food ," Pollan told Business Insider. His latest documentary, "Food, Inc. 2," was released in ... [Read More]