Fitness

If one of your New Year’s resolutions is to get back into fitness after a long time away, or to start your fitness journey altogether, let’s talk about your core. Ever experience a deep belly laugh, put away groceries, or sit up straight when someone told you to pay more attention? You’re using your abs

After the celebrations of the holiday season, people are ready to “reset” and make New Year’s resolutions, vowing to live healthier and happier. Maybe you’re promising to do 10 minutes of self-care each day, to eat more plant-based, or to get in more daily steps. If you want your new habits to stick this year,

Whether you’re trying to lose weight or you just want to take better care of yourself, a healthy diet is essential. But picking and choosing the most virtuous foods can be tricky on your own. How can you ensure you’re getting the vitamins you need? Enough fiber? The right nutrients to slow aging or keep

16:8 intermittent fasting, which people sometimes call the 16:8 diet or 16:8 plan, is a popular type of fasting. People who follow this eating plan will fast for 16 hours a day and consume all of their calories during the remaining 8 hours. Suggested benefits of the 16:8 plan include weight loss and fat loss,

For as long as I can remember, my new year’s resolutions have revolved around weight loss. Whether I committed to joining a gym or fitting into size 8 pants, the sentiment was the same: I wanted to look like other girls my age. The thing is, I never followed through — and when I sat

According to a recent study, individuals with obesity who undergo weight loss surgery have a reduced risk of developing skin cancer, including melanoma. Share on PinterestA recent study finds more evidence that obesity increases the risk of developing melanoma. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. Melanoma accounts for

As the incidence of diabetes continues to increase globally, the fight against this chronic condition continues. New research explains not only what triggers type 2 diabetes but also how to reverse the condition. The findings also shed light on what leads to remission after reversal for some people. Share on PinterestNew research looks at the

My typical workout usually involves some form of song and dance, and this choreography routine set to Tones and I’s “Dance Monkey” just made it into my regular routine. The video, created by YouTuber Mylee Dance, combines basic dance moves with just enough flair and personality to encourage anyone following along to the routine to

With veganism on the rise, there are now more plant-based food options available in supermarkets and restaurants than there ever has been before. Fast food venues are also catching on to the surge in demand for plant-based offerings. As a result, people following a vegan diet can now choose from a wide array of fast

If you’re already feeling anxious in this political climate and you’re worried that the 2020 election will only makes things worse, you’re not alone. In a recent study, nearly 40 percent of respondents cited politics as a source of stress, and 20 percent reported that they had experienced depression, insomnia, and exhaustion related to politics.

Do we make New Year’s resolutions just to ignore them? Are they merely promises doomed to fail? In this feature, we ask whether, statistically speaking, these resolutions work, and what increases the chances of success. Share on PinterestHow can we make a success of this year’s resolutions? New Year’s resolutions are an ancient tradition that

Cannabidiol (or CBD) is literally everywhere, and while it’s been life-changing for some, there are still a lot of questions about its efficacy. One of the rumors? That CBD can help remedy a hangover. As much as we’d like to report that this piece of internet wisdom is true, the research just isn’t there yet.

I don’t think I’ve ever felt so nauseous in my life. It was a mixture of fear, guilt, and the flood of hormones from the morning-after pill I had just taken. I wanted to throw up, but the pharmacist had warned me that if I thought this was bad, morning sickness would be much worse.

You’re tired, overwhelmed, and overworked. You may struggle to fall asleep or stay focused at school or work. Why do you feel this way? There’s one resounding answer: you’re stressed out. And you’re not alone. Fifty-five percent of Americans report feeling stressed during the day, according to revealing data from Gallup. The start of a

When the holidays roll around, I inevitably begin thinking about the new year and planning my resolutions. I get excited for a clean slate and a fresh start and the idea that I could make the next year the best year ever. But while I genuinely love setting goals, I often feel discouraged by the

It seems like there’s always some new diet on the horizon, and if you could use some help cutting through the noise, you’ll want to take a peek at this list of the biggest diets of 2019. POPSUGAR spoke with registered dietitians to get their unfiltered thoughts on the year’s trends, separating the diets that

I love crisp, fresh fruit, but the cold Winter months often have me craving something a little more decadent. Enter these baked apples tossed in coconut oil and cinnamon. They’re a healthy snack that tastes like dessert, and you really do need just those three simple ingredients to whip up a batch of your own.

You can’t scroll through Instagram without seeing someone curled up under a weighted blanket. If you’ve wondered if these bead- or pellet-filled wonders live up to the hype, you’re not alone — but there’s actually quite a bit of science behind why they work, especially for people with anxiety (or just a lot of roommate

It’s Christmas Day, and you want to enjoy yourself — that’s only natural. In this feature, we provide some quick tips that will allow you to have the fun you are hoping for without affecting your health too significantly. Share on PinterestChristmas does not need to overturn healthful living completely. The holiday period is, commonly,

I knew CBD was having quite the moment, but I didn’t know how much of a moment until I saw CBD being sold at the airport and the grocery store! It’s everywhere — in tinctures, drinks, gummies, protein bars, lotions for sore muscles, snacks — and I’ve tried them all. I’ve also smoked CBD, so