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8/30 H&F Info
Do you load up on too much protein? Chances are, you probably don't need more protein in your diet. Research shows that the average adult consumes almost 78 grams of protein a day... read more
8/16 H&F Info
Cardio or weight training first? Think about which aspect is most important to your workout: aerobic activity or strength training. Is your primary focus to burn as many calories as possible (aerobic activity or build muscle (strength training)?... read more
8/9 H&F Info
Great fitness begins with a walk. Walking is an ideal form of exercise for many reasons. You don't need special equipment to do it, it can be done by almost anyone, and you can do it almost anywhere!...read more
8/2 H&F Info
Pomegranate Protects Pomegranate may inhibit cancer, according to researchers at the University of Mississippi, who found that compounds in the fruit stop an enzyme that promotes development of prostate cancer cells... read more
7/26 H&F Info
Is there danger lurking in your diet soda habit? Besides the highly debated health risks associated with consuming sugar substitutes, no other dangerous side effects have been associated with drinking diet sodas of any flavor or brand... until now... read more
7/19 H&F Info
Exercise Keeps Your Mind Sharp A recent study from the National Institutes of Health found that the most sedentary individuals (i.e. couch potatoes) are 2.5 times more likely to develop dementia... read more
7/12 H&F Info
DID YOU KNOW that most of us grew up on three meals a day? But if three is good, five is better. Eating smaller meals more frequently gives your digestive system the opportunity... read more
7/5 H&F Info
DID YOU KNOW that the decline of the popular low-carb craze is not an excuse to hop back on the white bread train? In fact, studies show that moderating your carb intake can help you keep your weight down... read more
6/28 H&F Info
Breast cancer and exercise: There's no need to run marathons or climb mountains; even a 20-minute walk three times a week can make a difference. A 30-minute walk 6 times a week... read more
6/21 H&F Info
Smart Protein: They say fish is brain food, and I say it's certainly a smart choice; for your muscles, that is! You need a healthy dose of daily protein to help create lean muscle... read more
6/14 H&F Info
Fight Fat at Night: Those eight hours after your head hits the pillow aren't just for dreaming. While you sleep, your body actually repairs and rebuilds your muscles. But, if you eat too close to bedtime... read more
6/7 H&F Info
The Benefits of Strengh Training: Strength training may sound like an intense, hard-to-perform activity, but it's not. Performed using dumbbels, barbells and other load-bearing equipment... read more
5/31 H&F Info
DID YOU KNOW that most sunscreens with a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of 15 or higher do an excellent job of protection? But what does this number mean? If it takes your skin 20 minutes to burn without protection... read more
5/24 H&F Info
DID YOU KNOW that vitamin C plays a very important role in muscle recovery? The essential nutrient helps your body produce collagen, a major structural protein found in connective tissue that holds muscles, bones and other tissues together... read more
5/17 H&F Info
Exercise reduces risk of death from all causes: A study from the University of Copenhagen in Denmark studied inflammation as a key player in the development of degenerative diseases such as breast cancer, colon cancer, .... read more
5/10 H&F Info
Are you sitting down? Here's some alarming news: Researchers are discovering that functions as basic as eating and breathing produce dangerous substances in our bodies called free radicals... read more
5/3 H&F Info
If phychological torture is your thing, then feel free to weigh yourself every day. But if not, I highly recommend reducing the number of times you step on the scale to once a week, at most... read more
4/26 H&F Info
Is pre-cut produce as good for you as its whole counterpart? Maybe not. If you're worried about losing nutrients by buying fresh-cut produce, you may not be entirely off-base... read more
4/19 H&F Info
Exercise Fights the Blues Ever wonder why you feel so good after working out? It's not just your imagination at play, psychologists and exercise physiologists have found that exercise may actually work as well as.... read more
4/12 H&F Info
Walnuts: Richer in heart-healthy omega-3s than salmon, loaded with anti-inflammatory polyphenols than red wine, and packing half as much muscle-building protein as chicken... read more
4/5 H&F Info
NEED MORE ENERGY New Research suggests that quercetin - an antioxident found in onions (and tea, broccoli, and apples) - may help your body work harder longer... read more
3/29 H&F Info
FREE WEIGHTS OR WEIGHT MACHINE? Choosing which weights to use all depends on where you are in your level of fitness. If you're a beginner you may be a little intimidated by the thought of picking up a dumbbell.... read more
3/22 H&F Info
SOAP & WATER can't be beat for getting rid of germs. "It washes away about 99% of bacteria and viruses, while antibacterial gels only remove about 90%, "says study author Emily Sickbert-Bennett, MS... read more
3/15 H&F Info
We all know fruits & vegables are good for us, but here's a list of what the different colors mean to your health. ... read more
3/8 H&F Info
SLIM DOWN WITH OMEGA-3S There are several nutrients that are essential to a healthy diet, but just one that is best for weight loss: the omega-3 fat. Why omega-3 and not omega-6 or omega-9?... read more
3/1 H&F Info
HOW OFTEN SHOULD YOU EAT? Some experts say you need six small meals a day, while traditionalists stick with the three-squares-a-day principle. But which one is right for you?... read more
2/22 H&F Info
DID YOU KNOW that the next time you're yearning for something rich and creamy, here's an almost guilt-free indulgence your ticker will love: PEANUT BUTTER.... read more
2/15 H&F Info
BREAKFAST is food for thought. Brains run on glucose, which comes from food. After a long slumber, glucose is in short supply, and your body need a refill. Kids who eat breakfast have longer attention spans... read more
2/8 H&F Info
A HEALTHFUL COOKING OIL Home chefs know all about the benefits of oil. It's one of the more healthful oils to cook with, which is why I recommend it as a key ingredient to a healthy lifestyle... read more
2/1 H&F Info
SUPPLEMENTS If you're not being mindful of the foods you put into your body, you shouldn't be surprised to hear that you could have a mild-to-moderate nutrient deficiency... read more
1/25 H&F Info
DID YOU KNOW that your legs house some of the largest and most powerful muscle groups in your entire body? And the bigger the muscle, the more calories you burn when you exercise them.... read more
1/18 H&F Info
DID YOU KNOW that eggs were reinstated as a health food a while back, when major studies cleared them of increasing heart attack and stroke risk. Now there's evidence that people who scramble, boil, or poach ... read more
1/11 H&F Info
GOOD PAIN vs BAD PAIN When it comes to exercise, pain can be a good thing or a bad thing. It's crucial that you know the difference. When you work out and truly challenge your muscles, your experience ... read more
1/4 H&F Info
DID YOU KNOW The power of produce: Plant foods contain natural disease fighting compounds called phytochemicals and antioxidants. These substances can enhance your immune system... read more
12/28 H&F Info
DID YOU KNOW that we all have flabby body parts we despise? But the excess fat on your body is not the source of your problem. It is only the symptom. The real culprit is a lack of lean muscle tissue, which burns calories... read more
12/21 H&F Info
The phrase "mirror body" describes those who only work out the body parts they see in the mirror. Working just the front of your body will not only give you an asymmetrical appearance but also put you at risk for injury.... read more
12/14 H&F Info
HUNGRY OR NOT? You may notice that your appetite is suppressed after a workout. As you exert yourself, your core temperature rises, suppressing your hunger signals. Most people don't feel hungry again until... read more
12/7 H&F Info
MOVE YOUR MUSCLES MOVE We all have flabby body parts we despise, but the excess fat on your body is not the source of your problem. It is only the symptom. The real culprit is a lack of lean muscle tissue, which burns 24 calories a day. Lean muscle is important because.... read more
11/30 H&F Info
The secret to youthful skin, healthy bones, sharp memory, and disease prevention can be found in your fridge. The more colorful your diet, the more antioxidants you get. These compounds reduce... read more
11/23 H&F Info
PLANT PROTEIN A big hunk of steak provides plenty of protein, but carnivores should pay attention: A research study from the Archives of Internal Medicine found that those who get the majority of... read more
11/16 H&F Info
ORGANIC FOOD Here is a breakdown of the terms used in organic labeling and what those terms really mean: 100% organic applies to single ingredient foods... read more
11/9 H&F Info
WEIGHTS OR CARDIO....what do you do first? There are so many exercise equipment options at the gym that you might not know which one to start with, especially if you’re combining a cardio and weight... read more
11/2 H&F Info
Brown rice is an excellent addition to any meal. It has a rich, chewy texture that is great as a side dish; mixed with beans, herbs, vegetables, or chicken; or added to a burrito or soup. A serving of brown rice is a great source of selenium, which can cut... read more
10/26 H&F Info
The scale is not a good measure of weight-loss success. But not everyone can afford the luxury of hydrostatic (underwater) weighing or other highfalutin clinical methods of measuring body fat percentage.... read more
10/19 H&F Info
Do you have trouble falling asleep at night? For many adults, falling asleep is a very slow process one that can take anywhere from 30 minutes to over an hour, which is basically a waste of quality sleep time.... read more
10/12 H&F Info
One of the best ways to protect yourself from getting a cold is to get out of your chair. When researchers compared the activity levels and cold rates of 641 people, average age 48, they discovered... read more
10/5 H&F Info
DID YOU KNOW that when it comes to losing weight, how many pounds you lose isn’t as important as what those pounds are made of? For example, if you lose 10 pounds,... read more
9/28 H&F Info
Wanna hear a pretty nutty way to lose weight? Eat more nuts! You may be thinking, Nuts are high in calories and fat, so wouldn’t eating nuts make me gain weight, not lose it?... read more
9/21 H&F Info
Yogurt for a Beautiful Smile You brush, you floss, you rinse, you spit -- all for the sake of your pearly whites. But do you eat yogurt? Might want to consider it. Research shows that yogurt... read more
9/14 H&F Info
DID YOU KNOW that if you ice sore muscles before you work out or sit in the hot tub after a hard workout to help your muscles relax, you’ve got it all backward? The one phrase you need to remember... read more
9/7 H&F Info
AB NEWS? Most people have a pretty good idea of where their abdominal muscles are, especially after doing hundreds of sit-ups. But did you know that the abdominals are actually made... read more | 
