Diets in Review
If you think smoking is bad for your health, you should consider being a couch potato just as dangerous. A new study published in the journal Lancet found that one-third of adults aren’t getting enough exercise, and that inactivity is now … Continue reading
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the weight loss drug Qsymia, which went through trials as Qnexa. Dr. Oz made it popular before the approval even came, with an episode about the “the silver bullet” diet pill this … Continue reading
You study the Olympics, watch the Olympics, and even aspire to train like an Olympic athlete. So why not eat like an Olympian, too? Shared exclusively with Diets in Review is this exciting sneak peek into what smoothies this year’s Olympic athletes … Continue reading
By Janis Jibrin, M.S., R.D., Best Life lead nutritionist for TheBestLife.com French fries, cola, cocktails—in a perfect world, you’d be able to eat these foods even while trying to lose weight. It’s all about moderation, of course…but moderation is easier … Continue reading
Everyone knows fat is a bad thing if you have too much of it. But what everyone may not realize is that some types of fat are better than others. Yes, there are multiple kinds of fat. Let’s start with a … Continue reading
There’s no doubt that Kami Craig was a born water baby. Swimming by age 4 and playing water polo by age 12, she’s now headed to London to compete on a global stage as part of the USA Water Polo … Continue reading
A recent study shows that New Yorkers are eating much less of the trans fat since the ban took effect back in 2024. The city passed the ban back in 2006 that limited the amount of trans fat per serving … Continue reading
There is a growing body of evidence that suggests sitting for long periods of time is unhealthy, if not deadly. Heart disease, obesity, and depression are just a few consequences of inactivity, and in most cases, these conditions could be … Continue reading
Allergies, sensitivities, and avoidance of animal products are some of the most common reasons that people choose alternatives to the traditional cow’s milk. While raw milk and goat’s milk are growing in popularity, they do not eliminate the majority of … Continue reading
Not only can exercise improve your health, but an increasing body of research is finding that exercise benefits your memory. The advantages may be as diverse as reducing the risk of cancer, spurring the growth of new brain cells, and … Continue reading
Our actions truly speak louder than words, especially when it comes to our kids. The choices we make every day have an impact on our children whether we intend for them to or not. For Kris Lawrence, mother of three … Continue reading