You might not know chicory root, but chances are you would recognize its periwinkle blue flowers. Let’s take a look at the benefits of chicory root fiber, the side effects of chicory root extract, and why some people use it as a coffee substitute. What Is Chicory Root? A relative of dandelions, chicory (or Cichorium intybus) […]
So you just got Botox. That means you—and your bank account—may be wondering what you can do to make sure your results last as long as possible. After all, you don’t want to part with your hard-earned cash any quicker than you have to for another touch-up, right? If you’ve been googling what you can […]
Maintaining a balanced and nutritious diet in today’s time can be a challenge. That has led many to turn to multivitamins as a nutritional support. With various essential vitamins and minerals in a single pill, multivitamins offer an appealing solution to fill the nutritional gaps that may occur in our daily diets. According to NIH, […]
To develop a killer physique and a strong, functional upper body, it’s important to train your chest. Your pecs play a role in everyday tasks, like carrying heavy things, pushing open doors, getting up off the ground, and even sitting up straighter. Fortunately, you can build your chest muscles — not to mention your triceps, […]
So you spent the weekend getting stuff done—scrubbing the floors, helping a friend move—or clearing your mind with a hike or bike ride. Come Monday morning, what’s your reward? A pair of achy knees. If you’ve been noticing this more and more, it’s not your imagination: As you pass into your third decade and beyond, […]
In our fast-moving lives, what we eat is often determined more by convenience than by nutrition. Despite honest attempts to eat well, many find themselves facing gaps in their diets. As a result, they miss out on crucial vitamins and minerals. The World Health Organization (WHO) says that globally, over 2 billion individuals have micronutrient […]
No heavy weights at home? No problem. You can still gain muscle, strength and endurance even without heavy resistance or hefty dumbbells like you’d normally use in the gym. We spoke with Cody Braun, CSCS, about light weight workouts for major results during your at-home workouts. Can I Get Stronger With Light Weights? You sure […]
Due to the increasing influence of diet culture, there is an abundance of diets instructing people on what they should eat. But, there are alternative and better options to fad diets and restrictive eating habits, such as intuitive eating. True to its name, intuitive eating involves breaking free from the cyclical nature of diets and […]
On the quest for a V-shaped torso? You’re probably already focusing on building your chest and shoulders. Makes sense — they’re the muscles you see in the mirror every day. But don’t ignore the chiseled rear view that lat exercises can build. Your latissimus dorsi (aka “the lats”) are the broadest back muscles (you have one on either […]
Fruits are an unavoidable part of the daily diet, whether you enjoy them freshly cut or as smoothies. Many people are accustomed to peeling fruits and only consuming the fleshy and juicy inside. But have you ever considered eating the seeds, too? In fact, some fruit seeds offer essential nutrients, which are often overlooked as […]