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Chances are, foam rolling is already a part of your health and fitness regimen, especially if your goal is to prevent injuries. The hurt-so-good, tension-relieving gadget has gained steam over recent years, and rightfully so since it provides the same benefits—without the high price tag—as...

We all love our sports, and great athletes come in all different shapes and sizes. From lean swimmers and long-distance runners to beefy football players and even sumo wrestlers, the notion that you can be obese but fit is an idea accepted by many as fact, but research recently published in the...

While bone broth is enjoying some newfound popularity among humans and baby Yodas, it’s been around for thousands of years and has been consumed by civilizations all over the world. And for good reason: bone broth offers a wide variety of benefits, including high levels of gelatin, collagen, and...

Making the decision to improve your fitness levels requires serious motivation. In fact, it’s often said that starting any new training regime is the hardest part of all, but in reality staying the course is more complicated than that. It’s true that you can’t make positive lifestyle changes...

Even the most casual bodybuilder knows a little something about “protein timing” — but if you’re in need of a quick refresher, it refers to the distribution of protein throughout the day, and before/after training sessions, for optimal muscle protein synthesis. There are different studies and...

In recent years, there has been a lot of research done on gut health and how it affects your overall well-being — from your heart to your muscles. Although there is much more research to be done, we do know that there are certain foods you can eat that can help your gut health. Here’s a rundown...

The human body is composed of approximately 50 trillion cells, where the chromosomes are found in the cell nuclei. These are made up of a double helix of DNA that carries the genetic code, our architectural plan. This plan consists of approximately 3.2 billion letters per person, of which 1% is...

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/new-findings-may-bring-the-search-for-a-covid-19-treatment-one-step-forward COVID-19 treatment: New findings may bring researchers a step closer A new study from Cornell University has made a discovery about SARS-CoV-2 that may help researchers develop...

https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-hampshire-52230541 A 38-year-old man died after using steroids to help him keep fit at the gym, an inquest has heard. Elvis Aaron Presley O'Brien, from Havant in Hampshire, died in hospital in the early hours of 21 September after falling ill overnight...

Pixel-Shot / Shutterstock Obesity has become a serious health issue in the United States—about 69 percent of adults are overweight or obese and 36 percent are obese, according to the Harvard School of Public Health. An arguably more concerning trend is obesity among children, with one in three...

Health is proud to announce that we've joined our sister publication, Shape, as a sponsor of their annual women's half-marathon: the Shape + Health Half-Marathon. Next year's race will be held on Sunday, April 19 in New York City's Central Park, and registration opens today! In addition to our...

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Pumpkin: It’s yummy and it’s seasonal. And we’re in the middle of a full-on flavor takeover. There’s pumpkin in your bagels, beer and coffee. Starbucks has sold more than 200 million Pumpkin Spice Lattes in the past 10 years. Even the makers of Pringles are getting in on the action. While most...

Dr. Natasha Turner and Dr. Oz discuss how to eliminate thyroid disruptors by steaming cruciferious veggies and avoiding peanut butter.

It's hard to believe blueberries have been around for more than 13,000 years. Not only are they indigenous to North America, but they also played a major role in our country's history: In the early 1600s, Native Americans relied on the fruit as both a food and medicine source, and legend has it...

If you want a veggie that's extremely versatile, look no further than zucchini. Whether eaten raw or cooked, there's so many ways to enjoy it and still get a solid amount of a few vitamins and minerals you need. Zucchini actually falls under the umbrella of summer squash, which are squashes that...

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/are-steroids-bad Are Steroids Bad for You? Uses, Side Effects, and Dangers To increase muscle strength and power beyond the natural limit, some people turn to substances like anabolic-androgenic steroids (AAS). Anabolic refers to growth promotion, whereas...

https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2019/08/16/747332849/fresh-starts-guilty-pleasures-and-other-pro-tips-for-sticking-to-good-habits Fresh Starts, Guilty Pleasures And Other Pro Tips For Sticking To Good Habits Facebook Twitter Flipboard Email August 16, 20198:00 AM ET L. CAROL RITCHIE...

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Karl Tapales / Getty The debate over the anti-vaxx movement, and the seemingly growing number of parents who are delaying or declining to get their children vaccinated, has been one of the most high-profile, and controversial, topics in the news and on social media over the last few years. The...