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Are Popular Protein Powder Brands Safe to Use?
New report finds harmful levels of cadmium and lead in many of the leading products.
How to Set Up a Barbell Deadlift
This compound movement strengthens the hamstrings, glutes, back, and core. It also trains the hip-hinge pattern, which has functional carryover to other exercises and daily activities. Here’s how to avoid common errors in the setup.
Considering a GLP-1 Agonist? Here’s How to Take a Balanced Approach
Weight-loss drugs, such as Ozempic and Wegovy, can be both helpful and harmful — sometimes in equal measure. Integrative-health experts suggest that short-term use, coupled with lifestyle changes, can offer a middle way.
How Does Sugar Impact the Liver?
The liver plays a key role in processing sugar, but eating too many sugary foods and drinks can strain this essential organ. Here’s why.
PUMPING IRONY: Can Robots Rescue Our Nursing Homes?
Japan has invested heavily in robotics to ease staffing pressures and improve quality of care at long-term facilities. Could the same approach rescue our own struggling industry?
What Is Craniosacral Therapy?
This subtle treatment bridges the gap between massage and energy medicine.
The Truth About Ultraprocessed Foods
These products are everywhere. Here’s a closer look at the many ways these food products can harm your health — and why it’s worth the effort to avoid them when you can.
4 Tips for Finding Mindfulness
It’s challenging to stay present in an age of multitasking and increasing distractions. Practice awareness with these ideas.
Persian Herb Kuku
This dish is like a Persian frittata with plenty of greens. And like a frittata, it’s versatile — you can use pretty much any combination of tender herbs you have on hand. Dried barberries or cranberries add a touch of tartness.
How to Avoid Toxic Competitiveness
Toxic competitiveness may lead to relationship issues and stagnation. Practicing self-acceptance and gratitude can relieve the pressure.
How to Set Up a Barbell Overhead Press
Reaching for or lifting objects overhead is commonplace, making this shoulder strengthener a truly functional exercise. Here’s how to avoid common errors in the setup.
Is It Possible to Have a Healthy Relationship With Sugar?
Yes. Here’s some expert advice.
PUMPING IRONY: Great Expectations
It can often seem naïve — or even foolish — to harbor high hopes for life in our later years, but recent research suggests doing so may help to ensure a healthier and happier future.
6 Products to Support Your Oral Microbiome
Support your oral microbiome with these
alternatives to traditional dental products.
5 Surprising Ways the Health of Your Mouth Affects Your Body
From heart health to cancer resistance, these are some of the ways the oral microbiome affects your overall health.
Catalan Tortilla
Serve this traditional egg-potato dish with hot sauce and chopped green onions for brightness.
Traveling the U.S. Civil Rights Trail
Travel back in time along the U.S. Civil Rights Trail to better understand our past, present, and future.
Perform a Safe and Effective Kettlebell Swing With These Cues
This dynamic move builds full-body strength and explosive power, working the posterior chain as well as the upper body, namely your lats, forearms, and hands. Here’s how to nail the setup and perform it correctly.
The Unexpected Gifts of an Injury
Suzie Chang on discovering the importance of social bonds after becoming isolated while recovering from an injury.
What’s a Non-Negotiable Healthy Habit in Your Routine?
A few members of the Experience Life team share theirs.