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6 Best Types of Cardio to Improve Heart Health, Burn Calories, and Help You Lose Weight
03/04/2025
Common forms of cardio include running, cycling, swimming, and walking...
7 Benefits of Chamomile Experts Want You to Know
31/03/2025
Sipping chamomile tea is an often-cited home remedy for better sleep—brew a cup before bed and feel sleepy and relaxed by the time your head hits the pillow.
But the tea's benefits go beyond soothing restless minds. And it's all thanks to the tiny chamomile flower...
How Processed Foods Cause Weight Gain
28/03/2025
Both nutrition scientists and the public debate the relative merits of so-called healthy diets, such as vegan, paleo, and low-carb, but most experts agree on one thing: avoid ultra-processed foods and stick to a diet of whole, unprocessed foods. Ultra-processed foods contain high-fructose corn syrup, hydrogenated oils, and artificial flavors that make...
How the Stillness of Yoga Changed the Way I Live My Life
25/03/2025
I’ve practiced and studied yoga for many years now, but I can still remember my early days, when I would itch to get off my mat during Savasana. The stillness felt like torture—I would rather have done 40 more chaturangas than lie there motionless. There were even mornings where I’d scope out...
A Beginner's Guide to Mastering Mindful Eating
22/03/2025
Between balancing work, family, and all the other demands of everyday life, eating can sometimes become very routine. Maybe you have to grab a quick bite while answering emails or just want to relax at the end of a long day and eat dinner in front of the TV. It seems like eating has become a mindless and automatic task. But have you ever taken a moment to slow down and savor your meal? What would happen if you took the time to appreciate every bite?
How to Stick to Your Health Goals — But Still Enjoy Your Weekend
19/03/2025
When you’re on a roll health-wise, the weekends can be your toughest challenge. It’s easy to say “yes” to going out to eat with friends (and then overeating or drinking too much) or skipping a workout to attend an event or social gathering. However, there are ways to fight back against these pressures and continue to make progress when it comes...
What Daily Value Actually Means And Why It's Important for Healthy Eating
16/03/2025
Good nutrition is essential for both the mind and body, but most Americans don't follow a healthy diet. That's where the daily value system comes in.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) created the daily value system to make it easier for people to meet their daily nutritional needs...
Why Getting Outside for a Walk in The Cold is Worth The Effort
13/03/2025
Not to brag, but I’m super good at walking. Not putting one foot in front of the other, though I manage that just fine, but at getting out there every day. My husband and I walk for about 25 minutes every morning — in the snow, in the rain, and even on Sundays when we stayed up late the night before...
Can You Plan Your Day To Sleep Better at Night?
10/03/2025
When it comes to sleeping better, there's no shortage of advice. It seems like every day brings a new recommendation or best practice (like turning off your cell phone before bed). Sadly, what you do during the day does impact your sleep—believe it or not.
In the most recent episode of The Well + Good Podcast...
Step Up Your Fitness Game With These 7 Walking Workouts
07/03/2025
Walking is having a moment right now.
The pandemic reminded many of us of the power of a walk. Requiring no equipment or gym membership, heading outdoors to put feet to pavement became a lifeline during lockdowns and helped maintain...