Historical/Getty Images In the 19th and early-20th centuries, rugged individualism (or possible antisocial tendencies) drew hundreds of men (and several women, called lumberjills) to the forests of North America. There, as lumberjacks, they worked extremely long hours and burned a truly impressive amount of calories; reports vary, but … Read more

Ever wondered what causes preterm births? It turns out maternal phthalate exposure could be a cause.Credit: Unsplash Getty Images The evidence of the dangers of plastic continues to stack up with particularly worrisome results for expectant parents, according to a new study from The Lancet1. This research review conducted by researchers from NYU Langone Health … Read more

This easy roasted sweet potato salad is tossed with a cumin-lime dressing, fresh herbs, and roasted pumpkin seeds for a flavorful, healthy dish. I love roasted sweet potatoes, and while I often have them in tacos and soups, I don’t always think about using them on a salad! When I saw this recipe from America’s … Read more

These Chocolate Smoothie Bowls make a rich, creamy, and satisfying breakfast or snack that tastes like dessert but is made with wholesome ingredients! Packed with nutrients (including a surprising veggie!) and naturally sweetened, this smoothie bowl is a great way to start the day or refuel after school or workouts—and it’s totally customizable. Why You’ll … Read more

A good PCOS workout plan can help you improve your body composition, insulin sensitivity, fitness, and overall health. The problem is that most PCOS workout advice makes exercise seem far more complicated than it is. In reality, you don’t need a weird “cortisol-friendly” routine, endless low-intensity workouts, or an elaborate yoga flow.  The best PCOS … Read more

This Corn Salsa comes together in 10 minutes with a handful of fresh ingredients and tastes like something you’d get at your favorite Mexican restaurant. It’s bright, zesty, and versatile enough to go on just about everything you’re already making this week! Jump to Recipe and Video 72 CAL 16g CARBS 1g FAT 3g PROTEIN … Read more

Diabetes Drugs That Directly Benefit the Kidneys The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved two drug classes for managing type 2 diabetes that have direct and significant benefits on kidney health: sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT2) inhibitors [3] and glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists. [4] SGLT2 Inhibitors SGLT2 inhibitors are daily pills that block your … Read more

Mango Margarita This Mango Margarita is refreshing and tropical, with fresh lime juice for just the right amount of bright balance. Made with frozen mango, it’s a recipe you’ll bring out anytime you’ve got Mexican food on the menu! Email Me the Recipe! Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. Please enable … Read more