Jun 24th, 2025 - Plain as they look on the outside, prunes may have a secret superpower: They're often touted as a natural constipation remedy thanks to their supposed laxative properties. Whole, sliced, or turned into juice, these dried plums are purported to help you poop—and that's no small thing, as anyone who's struggled to go on the regular can attest to, Amy Burkhart, MD, RD , a physician and registered dietitian who specializes in gut health, tells SELF. Depending on the severity of the case, constipation can cause bloating , discomfort, and even all-out pain—not exactly a recipe for a ... [Read More]

Jun 24th, 2025 - , eats nutritious whole foods, and meditates daily — but she never set out to lead such a healthy lifestyle. It started with a 20-minute yoga class in 2020. Before the COVID pandemic, she went to the gym once or twice a week, where she used leg, arm, and core machines, but didn't enjoy it. But when lockdown hit, she switched to doing home workouts, mainly 20-minute abs-focused videos. One day, she stumbled across a "It seemed challenging enough and also fun because it wasn't just a repetition, it was kind of a flow," she said. It featured elements like balance, coordination, and ... [Read More]

Jun 22nd, 2025 - Whether you're looking to maintain lean muscle, support weight loss, or boost energy levels throughout the day, these low calorie, high protein recipes are a great option. This eating style isn't about extreme restriction. It's about making each bite count by choosing foods that keep you full, fueled, and feeling your best. Jump to: Low Calorie, High Protein Breakfast Recipes Low Calorie, High Protein Snacks Low Calorie High Protein Lunch Recipes Low Calorie High Protein Dinner Recipes More Healthy Recipes to Try Protein is essential for repairing tissues, supporting a healthy metabolism, ... [Read More]

Jun 22nd, 2025 - Exercising in small bursts can be easier and more accessible — and it has health benefits. After a long day at work, the last thing you may want to do is a hard workout . Even thinking about it can be exhausting, especially when you're trying to balance that with dinner, spending time with family and friends and other things on your to-do list. How can you possibly do it all? That's where "exercise snacking" comes in. Instead of doing one big workout a day, it encourages you to get in some movement throughout the day in shorter bursts. The goal is to move your body in a way that feels ... [Read More]

Jun 21st, 2025 - You can now listen to Fox News articles! Americans aren't getting enough fiber in their diets – and it's posing a "health crisis," according to a dietitian. New York-based registered dietitian Tanya Zuckerbrot, founder of the F-Factor Diet, which focuses on fiber-rich nutrition to lose weight, appeared on "Fox & Friends" on Friday morning to reveal a simple way to satisfy the daily recommended intake with just one meal. "The average American is not getting enough fiber because the American diet is filled with processed and refined foods," Zuckerbrot said. It's that "loss of whole foods ... [Read More]

Jun 20th, 2025 - Reviewed by Dietitian Karen Ansel, M.S., RDN If you have high cholesterol, you're not alone. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, millions of Americans have high cholesterol (aka hyperlipidemia). This condition, defined as total blood cholesterol levels higher than 200 mg/dL , is a leading risk factor for heart disease. However, that doesn't mean you're destined for heart troubles. "Keeping cholesterol levels in a healthy range helps reduce the risk of plaque buildup in the arteries, which can lead to heart disease over time," says . Of course, healthy meals are the ... [Read More]

Jun 20th, 2025 - Knee Braces Top List of Non-Drug Therapies for Knee Osteoarthritis Water therapy and exercise are also among the most beneficial methods to improve pain and physical function, new research finds. After age 40, nearly 1 in 4 adults will eventually develop arthritis in their knees , with cartilage breakdown leading to pain, swelling, and stiffness that can make simple activities like walking or climbing stairs difficult. While medications can help reduce knee pain and inflammation , non-drug options may have better long-lasting results. Now a new meta-analysis of 12 different non-drug ... [Read More]

Jun 20th, 2025 - There are four common vitamins that most frequently contribute to hair thinning when taken in excess. It is estimated that up to 85% of men and 40% of women experience hair loss by age 50. In drawing on data from the U.S., these findings are according to the American Hair Loss Association. The loss of hair is often related to biochemical factors , sometimes linked to diet. While many people, as well as medical scientists, will pinpoint stress, aging, or genetics as causative factors, new data analysis by Masumi Headwear   instead points to a lesser-known culprit: vitamin overdose ( a ... [Read More]