Viral Hits
You might be surprised where germs lurk. While bowing to paranoia isn’t the right approach — after all, bugs are everywhere — be aware of microbial hotspots you might not have thought about. Shopping:...
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Worn Down
If your workout garb is giving you grief, your performance will suffer. And since most exercise relies on foot power, tip–top athletic shoes can be the make–or–break item in your closet. Keep tabs on...
Top Training Tips for Beginning Runners
If you’re just beginning a fitness program, the best way to start is with walking. A person with absolutely no running background is recommended to get started with eight straight days of walking. After...
Anytime Black Forest Blizzard
Runner’s World contributing chef Pam Anderson blends this healthy makeover of a classic drink for a pre- or postrun treat. Anytime Black Forest Blizzard Plain Greek yogurt has roughly twice the protein...
Breakfast Burrito
Refuel your postrun with this easy-to-make meal full of protein, carbs, and fiber. Breakfast Burrito This burrito combines eggs and avocado. One egg has six grams of protein; avocado is high in fiber...
Best Foods to Eat Before & After Running a Marathon
Eat this to fuel your body and guarantee you’ll cross the finish line injury-free The Night Before a Marathon: Quinoa Salad with Fresh Parsley, Walnuts, and Raisins with Grilled Chicken This nutty quinoa salad...
50 Awesome Pre and Post-Workout Snacks
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day for some, but for those who manage to squeeze some gym time into their routine, pre- and post-workout foods can be just as huge. While...
Anger Management
It’s easy to wag a finger at celebrities when their outbursts are splattered across tabloids. But anyone can be guilty of the occasional rant. Rage–proof your reactions when the heat begins to rise with...
Overwhelmed
Americans are busier than ever… and it’s taking a toll on health, marriages, and kids. Counter today’s norm by taking control of your life with these tips for reclaiming priceless time: Power down. The...
Elective Actions
Use today as an excuse to exercise your body, mind, and spirit: Leave your car in the driveway and walk or pedal to work. Or round a track or sprint up stadium steps at...
Sweet Urge to Splurge
Does ice cream summon you at night or vending machine candy bars call you during the day? Succumbing to your sweet tooth can become your nutrition or weight control downfall. Wean yourself from the...
Loaded Baked Potato Soup
Loaded Baked Potato Soup Serves 6 1 pound bacon, roughly chopped 1 medium yellow onion, diced 1 large carrot, peeled and diced 3/4 cup diced celery 4 large Russet potatoes, peeled and diced...
Halloween Havoc
The season of jack–o’–lanterns, bonfires, haunted houses, and horror films are upon us. While spooky pranks and sacks of candy come with the territory, avoid a truly scary story with these safety tips: Make...
Fight That Flu
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and grit your teeth — it’s time for an annual flu shot. A vaccination is considered the best bet for a flu–free winter. Health experts recommend several...
Breathe Easy
Take steps toward making every breath count: Don’t smoke. Cancer is the second leading cause of death, and lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths. The benefits of quitting quickly pile up....
Staying Sunny
It’s that time of year… the days are getting shorter and it’s getting dark sooner. Although its presence is diminishing, that big yellow fireball in the sky provides plenty of benefits: Regular sun exposure...
Dental Fear
“Our records show you are due for a teeth cleaning.” If you dread that twice–a–year phone call or letter, don’t feel ashamed — an estimated 10%–15% of Americans avoid the dentist’s chair entirely because...
Feeling Salty
In a world of fast and processed food, salt adds up quickly: 1 restaurant meal may contain a full day of sodium. High blood pressure and increased risk of heart disease and stroke can...
9 Ways To Help Your Body Detox
What are toxins? Toxins are harmful to our body but we cannot avoid them. They can be found in the following: The air that we breathe (through pollution). The foods we eat (through...
Strawberry Lemonade~Packed full of nutrients!
There is nothing like a refreshing lemonade in the summertime. My boys actually love this drink all year round. This is a-ok with me because little do they know it is packed full of...
Burn That Belly
Stomach fat often results from excessive alcohol, food, or sugar. A portly paunch is linked to diabetes, dementia, high blood pressure, and cardiovascular disease. Burn that breadbasket with these tips: Go light or not...
My Tips on Fitting Exercise Into Your Busy Schedule
Schedule it – Mark it on your calendar or planner and treat it as an important meeting, not to be missed! Wake up earlier – For a lot of people, waking up earlier than normal...
Work Stress
Unresolved job stress can lead to poor health and increase the risk of tobacco and alcohol use, obesity, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. Job conditions that can lead to stress include excessive workloads,...
Recipe: Black Bean and Quinoa Burgers
Here is the latest and greatest burger combination! The base consists of black beans and cooked quinoa. The addition of spices and nutritional yeast creates a flavorful burger with the nutritional profile to satisfy your protein and...
Financial Stress
Stress over finding or keeping a job can lead to depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and compulsive behaviors such as overeating, gambling, and overspending, according to US Department of Health and Human Services, which also...
Thai Mango Salad
I am always impressed by the flavors, textures and colors in Thai food. The veggies and fruits are always cut so perfectly that even with no dressing they make an impressive salad. The...
Fitness Fighters
Exercise ruts are common — kick and punch your way out of it with a martial arts fitness program. You can boost your strength, coordination, and flexibility, reduce stress and anger, and increase self–confidence...
Pill Principles
Are your cabinets overflowing with medicine bottles? Join the club — the average American fills more than 12 prescriptions annually. Add in vitamins/supplements, and it’s easy to get lost in a maze of pills....
Green Smoothie
Blending up favorite fruits and vegetables is one of my go-to afternoon snacks. Not only do they fill me up, but they’re also loaded with a ton of nutrients. They almost always satisfy my...
8 Foods That Help Build Muscle
1). Cottage-cheese The white stuff is an excellent source of whey protein, one of the best muscle builders out there. 2). Whey Protein A 25 g scoop of the magic dust packs 2.5 g...