Mar 23rd, 2026 - Firmer, less-cooked potatoes may offer a simple dietary strategy to reduce blood sugar spikes, but the benefits appear short-lived and population-specific.  Study: Minimally Cooked Potato Improved Glycemic Response Across Two Meals and Insulin Sensitivity of Rice–Potato Mixed Meals: A Randomized Controlled Acute Trial. A recent study published in  Nutrients examined the relationships among texture, oral processing, and starch digestibility in hard-cooked (HP) and soft-cooked (SP) potato samples. The study further assessed acute postprandial glycemic and insulinemic responses ... [Read More]

Mar 20th, 2026 - Exercise has always been my anchor, and I've relied on it to navigate mental health struggles throughout the years. As I grew older, exercise and movement evolved into a means of coping with the effects of aging. Running helped me stay afloat through all the hard moments, so I decided to give 13.1 miles a go. Without realizing it, I'd set my first major goal. When I crossed the finish line, I cried. I knew that I wanted to challenge myself further as I get older, channeling my strength through the highs — like marrying the love of my life and It took me years of tireless training, but ... [Read More]

Mar 17th, 2026 - For years, strength training advice has come with a long list of rules. You need the right split. The right number of sets. The right rep range. The right equipment. And if you're not following the "optimal" plan, it can feel like you're doing it wrong. It's no surprise that many people get overwhelmed before they even start. But strength training doesn't have to be complicated. In fact, the latest research suggests the opposite may be true. Some of the most meaningful health and fitness benefits appear when people simply move from doing no resistance training at all to doing some. A major ... [Read More]