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By Brad Schoenfeld, Ph.D., CSCS, FNSCA One of the most popular strategies for accelerating fat loss is to perform aerobic exercise after an overnight fast. The strategy, first popularized by Bill Phillips in his best-seller Body for Life, is based on acute research showing that low glycogen levels cause your body to shift substrate utilization […]
On the heels of announcing big plans to invest $ 1 billion into a network of primary care clinics, Walgreens Boots Alliance posted a $ 1.7 billion net loss. The company saw declining sales, particularly at its overseas locations, as a result of the pandemic. Despite the massive loss and the continued uncertainty due to […]
Although you might think there are only one or two hormones that control fat burning, that just isn’t true. There are about seven hormones that can have a direct effect on the many pathways that are involved in fat-burning control! Many of these hormones can be influenced by the food you eat, and the exercise […]
Let’s be real for a sec: Pilates only seems easy — anyone who’s ever taken a class knows all those teeny-tiny movements are actually painful AF. But that begs the question: If Pilates is so damn difficult, it’s gotta be effective for weight loss, right? Tbh, Pilates can definitely help you burn calories (and ultimately lose weight) — but its benefits […]
Did you know that lack of sleep may have a negative impact on your weight? (1) People who get enough sleep (7 to 9 hours are recommended) have fewer problems keeping the weight off. Many are already aware that regular exercise and a balanced diet are key for better quality sleep. Believe it or not, […]
Loss of smell or taste have been added to the UK’s list of coronavirus symptoms that people should look out for and self-isolate with. Until now, only a fever and cough were triggers for people to shut themselves away in self-isolation in case they had and could spread the infection. Ear, nose and throat doctors […]
California-based managed care plan Kaiser Permanente reported a $ 1.1 billion net loss in the first quarter of 2020. The nonprofit chalked it up to losses in its investment portfolio, as the market dropped sharply in late March. “The full cost of surge planning, as well as the overall economic and membership impacts of the […]
I’ve had two miscarriages. My husband and I decided to start trying to have a baby in June of 2018. I found out I was pregnant for the first time in December. We thought wow, this is fantastic. We were both really excited. In mid-January I found out I’d had a missed miscarriage—there was no […]
For a proper and proportionate weight loss, there are two primary components involved, i.e. a good and a balanced diet and regular exercise. However, in addition to these, there are other factors too that are equally important. Studies prove that everything from your stress level to your sleep quality can have a major impact on […]
I love New Year’s resolutions. I first started making resolutions in my mid twenties, just after my grandfather passed away. Home life in my teen years had been challenging, marked by divorce, a tumultuous coming out, a high-pressure education, and an uncertain future. In the midst of all that, my grandfather emerged as a steady, […]
Jessica Simpson Posts Cheeky Comment on Amy Schumer’s Photo of Comedian Celebrating Weight Loss – Health Top Navigation Close Explore Health Profile Menu Follow us Close Share options Close View image Jessica Simpson Posts Cheeky Comment on Amy Schumer’s Photo of Comedian Celebrating Weight Loss this link is to an external site that may or […]
Frankie Muniz Isn’t Bothered by His Intense Memory Loss: ‘I Only Know What It’s Like to Be Me’ – Health Top Navigation Close Explore Health Profile Menu Follow us Close Share options Close View image Frankie Muniz Isn’t Bothered by His Intense Memory Loss: ‘I Only Know What It’s Like to Be Me’ this link […]
Sweeteners are being used more and more in certain sweet foods, especially as the war on sugar marches on. You might have heard or read that some non-sugar sweeteners are bad for you or even cause serious illness – but as dietitian Juliette Kellow, an independent nutrition consultant for the British Soft Drinks Association, told […]
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Nok Lek/Shutterstock Here’s what science and dietitians think about the debate between diet and exercise—and which should be your biggest priority for weight loss. You’ve heard it over and over again: Diet and exercise are the keys to a healthy weight. As it turns out, though, one is far more important than the other. If you […]