How to Eat a Vegan Diet with Nut Allergies

19/07/2024

If you've got a nut allergy, a vegan diet can be a challenge. Almonds, cashews, peanuts, and walnuts are found in everything from vegan dairy alternatives to protein powders.

But it is possible to have a healthy, plant-based diet without nuts, according to Robin Foroutan, a registered dietitian...

Are Sumo Deadlifts Cheating?

16/07/2024

A deadlift, in which you grab a barbell from the ground and stand up with it, is both one of the simplest barbell lifts and one of the heaviest. But what happens if you do the lift with your feet stretched out to the sides? Does that make it any less of an accomplishment?

To hear whiny commenters on Instagram talk about it...

Is Hummus Good for You? Dietitians Explain the Dip’s Health Benefits

13/07/2024

Whether you need lunch in a pinch or a snack to tide you over before dinner, hummus is one of those savory treats that never fails to please. Made from mashed chickpeas and tahini, plus extras like olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic, the dip is just as delicious as it is simple...

6 Ways to Burn More Calories While Walking, According to Personal Trainers

10/07/2024

It can be hard to convince yourself to exercise, especially if it means dragging yourself to the gym. But not all exercise has to be a high-intensity sweat sesh. 

In fact, just walking can help you meet the US Department of Health and Human Services exercise guidelines. Walking can also be a great, low-impact...

How to Increase Vitamin D Levels in Your Body

07/07/2024

Whether you want to strengthen your bones or bolster your immune system, you might be wondering how to increase vitamin D in your body. And there’s a decent chance you may need to. Estimates of how many people have low vitamin D levels vary, but data from the 2011 to 2014 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey show...

Sleep Disorder Warning Signs You Should Know About

04/07/2024

A good night’s sleep is important for health. Giving the body and mind a chance to rest and reset is vital yet about 1 in 3 adults don’t get enough sleep, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Many people who struggle with getting enough rest...

These 9 Foods Are the Most Common Causes of Food Allergies

01/07/2024

Most people know about food allergies to peanuts and shellfish. However, there are now nine foods that are considered responsible for almost all food allergies and must be listed on food labels.

A new one was just officially added to the list—sesame...

3 Simple Tips to Enjoy The Holidays Without Derailing Your Fitness Goals

28/06/2024

You don't have to worry about seasonal celebrations derailing your fitness, according to Mike Matthews, founder and CEO of the fitness and supplement company Legion Athletics and host of the fitness podcast Muscle for Life.

Taking some time to enjoy festivities is a good thing, he said, and it's unlikely to undo any hard-earned progress toward your goals...

6 Common Fitness Myths, Debunked by Pros

25/06/2024

Whether it's on TikTok, Instagram, or YouTube, there's so much fitness advice out there that it can be hard to know what's helpful and what's nonsense. Luis Cervantes, certified personal trainer and co-founder of Fuego Fitness in Los Angeles, likens some of these fitness hacks to get-rich-quick schemes. "I understand we want to get results now, and we want to get...

13 Pilates Benefits That Will Make You Want to Switch Up Your Workouts

22/06/2024

There are tons of Pilates benefits that make it a great exercise modality, but we get it: Pilates, with all those elaborate props and intricate poses you may see on social media, can seem out of reach for a lot of people.

The truth, though? It’s actually a super-accessible and scalable kind of workout, and folks at all fitness levels...