Nov 7th, 2025 - The portfolio diet has been around for more than 20 years, but only recently have more people taken on this heart-focused regimen. The little-known diet has been found to reduce cholesterol and the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD), the leading cause of death in the U.S., responsible for over 683,000 deaths in 2024, according to the CDC. The key is to put your stock in plant fiber and protein while reducing animal-based foods. The diet was developed in 2003 by Dr. David Jenkins, a professor of nutritional sciences at the University of Toronto. It was named as such because it's all about ... [Read More]

Nov 6th, 2025 - Research shows beans are good for the body and for the planet. Here's what to know about getting more in your diet Beans are affordable, accessible and versatile – delicious in dense salads and creamy sauces alike. They grow worldwide and are good for the planet, enriching the soil they sprout from with nitrogen while emitting fewer greenhouse gases and requiring significantly less land and water per gram of protein than any animal source. Thanks to enormous diversity, more than 400 varieties are used in culinary contexts, some of which are gorgeous to boot. Yet fewer than 20% of ... [Read More]

Nov 5th, 2025 - Another day, another number-themed walking trend that instantly feels inspiring . This time, it's all called the "6-6-6 challenge," which encourages you to walk for 60 minutes a day, six times a week, with a six-minute warm-up and cooldown — hence the 6-6-6. For good measure, you can also aim to walk at 6 a.m. or 6 p.m. When a fitness trend has an easy-to-follow structure like this one, it often makes it simpler to stick to and remember. It's one reason why the 6-6-6 method is so popular on TikTok right now, just like the famous 12-3-30 before it. "The numbers are just a way of helping ... [Read More]

Nov 5th, 2025 - ATLANTA — Oral semaglutide improved glycemic parameters and cardiovascular risk factors for adults with overweight or obesity, with greater improvements for those with weight loss of 15% or more, according to a post hoc analysis of OASIS-4. OASIS-4 was a global, double-blind, placebo-controlled study that randomly assigned 307 adults (mean age, 48 years; 78.8% women) with a BMI of at least 30 kg/m2 or at least 27 kg/m2 with one or more obesity-related complication (mean, 37.6 kg/m2) to oral semaglutide 25 mg (Wegovy pill; Novo Nordisk) or placebo. Healio previously covered results of ... [Read More]

Nov 4th, 2025 - Losing weight in a healthy and sustainable way is less about quick fixes and more about creating balance. The most effective approach combines smart nutrition, consistent movement, and realistic habits that support the body's natural processes. Crash diets and extreme restrictions may deliver fast results, but they are often difficult to maintain and can lead to fatigue, nutrient deficiencies, or rebound weight gain. True, lasting success comes from building a foundation that nourishes both physical and mental health. Nutrition plays an especially important role in this process. When the ... [Read More]

Nov 4th, 2025 - You probably don't think about your kidneys often, if ever. But these small, computer mouse-sized organs are your body's elite cleanup crew. They have the massive job of filtering all of your  blood  every 30 minutes, not to mention regulating your  blood pressure  and clearing out waste. While you can't just eat one thing as a miracle cure, you can make their job easier. A  balanced diet  full of the right vitamins and minerals is the best way to give your kidneys the support they need. If you're ready to give these tiny powerhouses a hand, here are 13 ... [Read More]

Nov 4th, 2025 - Most of us think of fiber as a digestive aid—great for keeping things, well, moving.  But according to Stanford professor and protein chemist Daria Mochly-Rosen, Ph.D. , its benefits reach far beyond the gut. On the mindbodygreen podcast , she explained that fiber is also critical for keeping our mitochondria, the "powerhouses" of our cells, running efficiently. These tiny organelles don't just produce energy; they regulate how cells communicate, repair, and respond to stress. When mitochondria function well, we feel energized, focused, and resilient. When they falter, fatigue, ... [Read More]

Nov 3rd, 2025 - Men Need Twice as Much Exercise as Women to Reduce Heart Disease Risk New research suggests women have the advantage when it comes to the benefits of exercise for heart health. For years, major medical organizations like the American Heart Association have recommended aiming to get at least 150 minutes of heart-pumping physical activity a week. But new research suggests that number should be higher — for men, at least. "It's a complex issue, but there clearly are some differences between men and women and exercise's impact on disease risk," says Kevin Shah, MD , cardiologist and ... [Read More]