The 51 fastest fat burners
IN THE GYM 1. Catch the running bug. You’ll continue to burn fat after your jog: People who run for at least four hours a week melt more calories than non-runners, even when they’re...
Your Health. Your Lifestyle. Vitamins and Minerals
Joint Care
Pain, stiffness, discomfort, swelling, and redness in the areas where 2 bones meet are common signs of joint damage. Osteoarthritis, the breakdown of cartilage in the joints, is a common disease often caused by...
Fiber Up
We often hear about the benefits of eating fruits and veggies. One of the best reasons to have them in your diet is fiber — the indigestible part of food that stimulates digestion and...
Liver Strong
A strong liver is vital to long, healthy living. It performs hundreds of functions including storing energy, breaking down food, detoxifying harmful substances, and building muscle. There are loads of ways to keep your...
Concentration Quandaries
Got a lot on your mind? Jumping from one thought to another? Going in circles instead of making progress? Concentration issues affect everyone — a wandering mind can be caused by multitasking, boredom, distractions,...
Cucumber and Avocado Summer Rolls with Mustard-Soy Sauce
Rich, nutty avocado is a great carrier of flavors, like the fresh herbs and cooling cucumber that star in these fresh rice-paper rolls. The savory dipping sauce features tart, sweet and salty ingredients that...
Be a Bookworm
At all ages, avid readers enjoy reduced stress and anxiety, along with increased vocabulary, language, and comprehension skills. Here’s how to make reading a regular ritual: Join a book club. You and like–minded company...
Orange PushUp Smoothie
Orange Push-Up Smoothie (Vegan, Gluten Free) 1 can orange juice concentrate, slightly thawed 1 cup milk (half and half, cream, nut milk, soy milk) 1/2 cup sugar, or to taste (you can reduce the...
Spring Fruit Pizza
INGREDIENTS 1 pouch (1 lb 1.5 oz) Betty Crocker® sugar cookie mix 1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted 1 egg 1 cup whipping cream 1/2 cup Betty Crocker® Rich & Creamy cream cheese frosting...
Deliciously Healthy ways to enjoy ice cream cones
Here’s what you’ll need: All natural, low fat vanilla yogurt Blueberries Strawberries Waffle ice cream cones This is what you do: Wash, and slice strawberries Wash blueberries In waffle cone, add a spoon full...
Fruit Salsa with Baked Cinnamon Chips
Here’s a refreshing fruit salsa that is perfect for BBQs, baby showers…you name it. I opted to only put 1 Tablespoon of white sugar and leave out the brown sugar since my fruit was...
Sushi cake
Serving 6 to 8 persons: ► For the rice: Preparation: 10 minutes – Cooking time: 20 minutes – Rest: 1h30 120g (4.2 oz.) sushi rice or short-grain rice 4 tablespoons rice vinegar 2 tablespoons...
Do Not Be a Slouch
Correct posture keeps bones in healthy alignment, reduces strain on muscles and joints, and helps prevent back and neck pain — plus you’ll project more confidence. So straighten up with these posture pointers: Take...
20 Salads Hearty Enough for Tonight’s Dinner
Meat, beans, or whole grains is a great way to add more substance to a salad. I also like to sometimes include a nice cheese in place of a meat and add lots of...
Driving Directions
Common sense dictates “safety first” when driving, but we’ve all witnessed the hazards of dangerous motorists; here are some reminders: Avoid distractions. Drivers using cell phones or texting account for more than a quarter...
Listen Up
If your ears are ringing, you’re not alone — more than 26 million Americans have suffered noise–related hearing loss at work or play. Damaging decibels are found almost everywhere — and with the prominence...
Adding Apples
It’s time to enjoy pleasant strolls through abundant apple orchards in the crisp autumn air. Even if there’s not a grove nearby, make sure to take your pick of this great fruit at the...
Sight Safety
More than 2.5 million eye injuries are suffered annually in the US — and most are avoidable. Keep these ocular essentials in your line of sight: Wear sunglasses year–round. Whether it’s summer or winter,...
What is Broccolini?
Broccolini, known in Europe as asparation and in the United States as baby broccoli, is a trademark of the Mann Produce Company, which developed the hybrid between broccoli and gai lan, also known as...
Protein Power
If you want to trim down and beef up, you may be tempted to try a high–protein, low–carb diet. But heed caution — many experts and health organizations discourage replacing your primary energy source...
A Live or Just Breathing?
“The proper function of man is to live – not to exist.” – Jack London I’ve learned to not give up on life. Even when the darkest clouds have been cast upon me, what...
23 Ways to Push Through a Tough Workout
If exercise were easy, everyone would do it. But in fact, only 60 percent of Americans exercise regularly— and that includes walks and other leisure activities. But there are ways to push through the...
The Whole Truth
With so many nutrition gurus making health claims, deciding food choices can feel like calculus. But research suggests such complexity is unwarranted if most of your diet is whole foods. To simplify, keep these...
Filling Your Plate
The USDA recently issued new dietary guidelines to help steer consumers onto the right nutrition track. Learn how you can fill the food plate with realistic goals. Color your plate. Don’t get discouraged counting...
All for One
Aerobics, strength development, stretching — you’re supposed to divvy up your exercise routine among various forms of fitness training. And while you may be busy, the old “short–on–time” excuse for dodging exercise is dead....
Black Bean Salad with Corn, Red Peppers, Avocado & Lime-Cilantro Vinaigrette
This recipe was inspired by a fabulous Mexican Bean Salad recipe. It’s perfect for entertaining because it’s festive and you can make it ahead of time — in fact, you should because it gets...
Contamination Nation
When contamination affects produce, fear of falling ill may sway shoppers to leave greens off their list… even though nutrition experts confirm they’re essential for maintaining health. So what’s a consumer to do? Toss...
Sticky Secrets
Sure it sweetens your oatmeal, but studies are finding that honey is the bee’s knees when it comes to medicinal benefits too. Hear the latest buzz on how this gooey nectar from Mother Nature...
Image Conscience
Body perception depends more on self–esteem than the reflection in the mirror. If left unchecked, it can easily shame you into fad diets, extreme exercise, and insecurity. Give your body image a makeover with...
Fit for Fall
Sure you may be stowing your swimsuit for the next 9 months. But showing less skin as summer bows out doesn’t mean accepting fall flab. Stay fit in those areas you worked hard (or...