Unburden Yourself
In recent years, there’s been a surge of popular interest in detoxification regimens – the kind that help flush food-borne and environmental toxins out of our systems.
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Why Just Looking at Sugar May Be Bad for Your Health
I’ve heard that simply looking at sugary foods can trigger an insulin response. Is that true?
How Does Exercise Influence Your Cortisol Levels?
Does the stress of working out help or harm regulation of this critical hormone? Read on to learn more.
Are We Half Human and Half Microbe?
Many experts have noted that our bacterial cells outnumber our human ones by about 10:1, but according to recent research, it might be more like 1:1.
The Connection Between Leaky Gut and Autoimmune Diseases
Scientists find that leaky gut syndrome can lead to the onset of an autoimmune disease.
6 Strategies to Improve Your Self-Talk
Try these six tips to soften self-criticism and change your internal dialogue for the better.
6 Ways to Eat More Fiber
Make beans the centerpiece of your meals, throw Swiss chard and spinach in your smoothie, and four other ways to amp up your fiber intake.
Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Stress If You Want to Lose Weight
These days life is moving faster than ever. You’re typing on your laptop, talking to someone on the phone, while having a secondary conversation with someone else physically right in front of you.
Brussels Sprouts: 5 Recipes and Cooking Tips
Brussels sprouts have an earthy flavor and a pastry-like texture — and they fight disease like a champ.
5 Tips for Better Sleep
Just as you plan ahead for nutritious meals and set aside time for yoga or a vigorous walk, plan your 24-hour cycle to include enough sleep, too.
Can You Test For Celiac from the Comfort of Your Home?
Yes, but the results may not be conclusive. Learn more and determine if it’s right for you.
PUMPING IRONY: The Wine of Youth
For more than a decade, we’ve been led to believe that the fruit of the vine may extend our life span. New research suggests it may be a bit more complicated than that.
PUMPING IRONY: Healthy Pessimism
The problem with optimism is that it gets you all optimistic. And then you do something you have no business doing. Last week, my knee (yeah, that knee) seemed to be gradually…
Why Do I Lose My Appetite When I’m Anxious, Angry, or Sad?
Gain a better understanding of why certain emotions can affect your appetite.
LIFE, UNEDITED: My Intuitive Running Experiment
Our fitness editor describes what it feels like to train for a big race without a training plan.
Does Calorie Restriction Slow Down Aging?
Recent research indicates that cutting calories after the age of 45 can increase longevity and reduce age-related disease. Learn why and if it’s right for you.
Sarah Kay Hoffman’s Daily Wellness Routine
A wellness expert shares how she makes time for good food, fitness, quality sleep, and her family.
PUMPING IRONY: In Praise of the Prune
The digestive benefits of prunes are well documented, but recent research suggests they may also help postmenopausal women maintain healthier bones — if they eat enough of them.
Allergy, Intolerance, or Sensitivity?
When it comes to differentiating between an allergy and a senstivity or intolerance, not all tests are created equal.