A new study has found that fatty tissue can accumulate in the airways of people with obesity, possibly contributing to asthma and other respiratory problems. New research suggests that fatty tissue accumulated in the airways may contribute to asthma in some cases. In the United States, as well as across the world, obesity has become
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When it comes to working out, we know that half the battle is actually getting there, which is why we need cute workout clothes; the fun outfits motivate us to get our butts moving. Workout clothes have come a long way from the old baggy t-shirts of years past; now, our gym outfits are just
There’s really nothing in the world like running a race through the Disney parks and collecting one of those spectacular medals. Whether you’re an avid runner or simply a Disney fan looking for something new to experience in the parks, RunDisney race weekends are for everyone. (There’s even a variety of distances for every fitness
A vegan keto diet is a plant based version of the popular ketogenic diet. A ketogenic, or keto, diet is a very low carbohydrate diet. People following this diet plan get most of their energy from fats and protein. Vegan diets are free from animal products, which means that they tend to be relatively high
Like some — alright, many — I’ve been determined to work out to lose weight. Intense training and rigorous diets have been fads in my lifetime, but in recent years, my motivation to hit the gym has shifted quite significantly. The sort of transformation I’m currently after is conditioning my body to feel good through
All right, ’fess up — how often do you wash your workout gear: After every single sweat session? Every couple of trips to the gym? Whenever you start noticing a stench lingering on your favourite high-waisted leggings? Nobody’s here to preach about how you should be sudsing up after anytime you sweat. Truth is, there’s no
Research suggests that up to 85 percent of women who are sexually active will be exposed to human papillomavirus (HPV) in their lifetime, but like other sexually transmitted infections, it still carries a bit of a stigma. As an ob-gyn, the first question I’m usually asked by patients is, “How did I get it?” To
A recent study concludes that the husks and silverskin that coffee manufacturers remove during production might harbor useful compounds. Although the study is preliminary, its findings could eventually benefit both human health and the environment. The study looks to repurpose the waste that coffee production creates. Coffee is one of the world’s most popular drinks.
I’ve always been a night owl. I stay up too late, and then I’m still so wired when I climb into bed that I struggle to fall asleep. As much as I know I should make bigger changes to my evening routine, that’s easier said than done — so, when some CBD and lavender products
Women experience many significant physical and emotional changes during pregnancy. Third trimester weight gain is an important part of later pregnancy and is not usually a cause for concern. Many women will experience rapid weight gain during their third trimester. This is because the fetus typically gains the most weight in this time, according to
TBH, doing a triceps dip can be pretty tricky. But I’m going to teach you everything you need to know about the upper-body exercise — the benefits, form tips, variations, and more! The basic triceps dip is a bodyweight exercise. Translation: it’s a move that uses your own mass as a tool to build muscle,
Katrina went from never working out to running, and over time, she had lost nearly 60 pounds. She explained that it was difficult to maintain her weight loss and she eventually gained all the weight back. After getting married, Katrina said, she wasn’t as active, and she knew it was time to get back on
Everyone, including males, has some breast tissue. For many males, the breast tissue never enlarges. For some, however, it expands due to hormonal changes, certain medications, or an underlying medical condition. Some people call this condition “man boobs,” which may feel like an uncomfortable or bothersome term. Some males may also feel embarrassed to seek
What do you call a trail runner in a tutu and a pink wig? You call it Cally Silberbauer. I’m a sucker for dress-up parties. You know that scene in Mean Girls where Cady goes all-out for that Halloween party? That would 100% be me. So when I heard that the Namaqualand Flower Festival does not
Imagine if your local SoulCycle class had auditions for new instructors to prove their energy levels. That’s exactly what Saturday Night Live put to the test during a sketch on Oct. 12, when host David Harbour and members of the cast brought their best impressions to the bikes. It takes a lot of practice to
Green Giant released cauliflower pizza crust last year and finally has a whole slew of new cauliflower products because, well, it’s a food trend that deserves to stay. The longtime provider of frozen foods has introduced new veggie-based swaps for gnocchi, hash browns, and tater tots, and you’re going to want to make some room
Recent studies have shown that people with type 2 diabetes who lose weight lower their risk of cardiovascular problems. But what happens if, after a time, they regain the weight they had lost? New research warns that maintaining weight loss is crucial when it comes to reducing diabetes-associated cardiovascular risk. Overweight and obesity are two
CEO and co-creator of the POUND fitness movement (the first and only full-body drumming workout) Kirsten Potenza, who’s based in the USA, is all about making exercise fun. POUND workouts have become popular globally, and if it sounds familiar to you, it’s probably because, in 2017, it was introduced to South Africa in various Virgin
A daily yoga practice is a great habit in theory: strengthening for your body, relaxing and restorative for your mind. Making it work in practice can be another story. Sometimes even a 10-minute flow feels like more than you can manage, and that’s OK. When I don’t have time for a full flow, folding into
When a person has a bowel movement and then weighs themselves, they may see a small change in weight that tends to be equal to the weight of the stool. If they do see this change, it is rarely significant, and it does not amount to long term weight loss. Health professionals do not recommend