Apr 15th, 2024 - Moderate vitamin E, C, and β-carotene intake reduces type 2 diabetes risk In a recent study published in  Advances in Nutrition , researchers review the effect of vitamins C and E, as well as β-carotene, on the risk of type 2 diabetes (T2D). Study:  Vitamins C, E, and β-Carotene and Risk of Type 2 Diabetes: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. About the study Previously published meta-analyses have discussed the protective effect of β-carotene and vitamin E, not vitamin C, against T2D incidence. Furthermore, these analyses did not focus on randomized ... [Read More]

Apr 14th, 2024 - Eggs, potatoes, coffee : These kitchen staples, among others, have gained a bad reputation, nutrition experts say, but don't necessarily deserve it. In fact, registered dietitians, doctors and nutrition professors are increasingly advising people to eat them. Nutrition advice is ever changing, which can leave consumers uncertain about which foods are actually healthy. NBC News asked nine health experts about the foods they think have been wrongly villainized. Here are some of the items they listed, and the benefits people may miss out on if they forgo them entirely. Eggs are packed with ... [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]

Apr 12th, 2024 - A lot of us are now just realizing that our grandmas were right about a lot of things. Knitting is fun. Baking bread brings joy. Tea before bed is a must. Fiber supplements are good for you. And fiber has made some major headlines lately. A beverage of blended oats, water, and lime juice coined "oatzempic" is being hailed as a weight loss magic bullet, and psyllium husk garnered similar fanfare a few months prior.  These claims are of course exaggerated. But fiber does help with weight management , blood sugar control, gut health, and of course, the coveted digestive regularity ... [Read More]

Apr 11th, 2024 - B e honest: do you stretch before and after your workouts? If you don't, you actually might be onto something. Most physically active adults with reasonable fitness goals may not need to stretch at all. Here's what every busy person should know about stretching—and how little you can get away with doing. What is stretching, anyway? There are two main types of stretching: static and dynamic. Static is when you hold a stretch for at least 10 to 30 seconds. Reach toward your toes for half a minute, and you're doing a static stretch. "That's the stuff you can do at home when you're on your ... [Read More]

Apr 11th, 2024 - Brisk Walking Guide: How to Take a Power Walk Brisk walking is a low-impact exercise with benefits for all ages. It is an easily accessible activity that can be done anywhere with little to no equipment. Brisk walking has been shown to improve cardiovascular fitness, muscle strength, endurance, and body composition. Brisk walking means picking up the pace to a point to where you could finish walking 3 to 4.5 miles in an hour. Continue reading to learn more about a brisk walking pace, the time and distance needed for calorie burning and weight loss, benefits, proper form, and adaptions for ... [Read More]

Apr 11th, 2024 - We may earn a commission if you buy something from any affiliate links on our site. From curing a hangover (what!) to offering daily vitamins, the humble asparagus might not seem powerful, but its health benefits are impressive. Here's everything you need to know about this seasonal vegetable with serious bite. Here's why the benefits of asparagus make it spring's healthiest vegetable According to nutritionist Jessica Shand , "Asparagus is one of spring's ultimate anti-inflammatory gifts, containing vitamin C to support your immune system, for collagen synthesis as well as vitamin A for its ... [Read More]

Apr 10th, 2024 - The rock star's viral social media post showed him doing a furious three-in-one routine, with weights. Gym professionals had thoughts. Regardless of what Us Weekly says, celebrities are not just like us. One had only to see the workout video Lenny Kravitz posted on Tuesday to know that. First, there was Mr. Kravitz's outfit: a plum-colored muscle tank, complete with leather pants, black boots and his signature sunglasses. Then there was the exercise itself, which took place on a decline bench and involved a barbell with weights on each side. At the starting position, Mr. Kravitz is supine, ... [Read More]