Healthy Living
The Mediterranean diet: 5 fast facts
Eating legumes, nuts, fish and olive oil in place of simple carbohydrates and saturated fats will boost energy, shed weight and ultimately prevent heart disease, says cardiologist Jay Mohan, DO.
Study finds ultrasound may aid in osteoporosis screening
In a study that could lead to the wide use of inexpensive ultrasound screenings for osteoporosis, researchers found data from… Read More ›
Intermittent fasting: Can we fast our way to better health?
Diet trends come and go, but the newest dietary craze—intermittent fasting—can actually trace its roots to the days of the… Read More ›
Poll: Americans may be taking unnecessary vitamins, supplements
More than 4 in 5 American adults (86 percent) take vitamins or supplements, according to a recent online survey conducted… Read More ›
You’re never too young to build healthy bones
Most young people don’t pay as much attention to bone health as it deserves, thinking it’s only an issue for… Read More ›
The keto diet: 5 fast facts you should know
The ketogenic diet has been used to treat epilepsy and may improve insulin sensitivity, but it has its downsides, too.
6 tips for easing into high-intensity interval workouts
The articles surrounding high-intensity interval training (HIIT) are numerous. The benefits are becoming clearer in the literature. The workouts can… Read More ›
5 myths of whole-food plant-based diets debunked
As chronic illnesses increasingly affect more Americans’ health, the link between dietary habits and disease prevention is gaining traction in… Read More ›
When it comes to weight loss, knowledge is power
American adults looking to lose weight are twice as likely to consider an exercise program over consulting a physician, according… Read More ›
Researchers find low magnesium levels make vitamin D ineffective
Adequate levels of magnesium in the body are necessary for the absorption and metabolism of vitamin D, important for maintaining… Read More ›