what muscles do planks work? how to do a proper plank, according to a personal trainer

Whether you’re taking a group fitness class or following an exercise DVD at home, it’s a sure bet that you’ll be doing planks at some point during the workout—and for good reason. Planks are the ultimate test of total-body strength, not just your core. That’s why they’re the groundwork for...

the 15 best superfoods for your health, says science

Eating a balanced diet in today's food landscape means that when you're surrounded by bad, you've got to maximize the good if you want to boost your health and lose weight. While, yes, we know it's easy to stock your pantry with comfort foods during a stressful time like the coronavirus pandemi...

the best time to take vitamins and supplements for maximum absorption

If you take multiple vitamins and supplements, it can be challenging to know how to time each dosage. Here's the best time to take them and why it matters.  Why timing matters You might want to take vitamins and supplements at certain times of the day based on their effects, says Dimitar...

3 realities of practicing food sustainability that go beyond farmers’ markets and canvas totes

Every Saturday morning, I wake up early—even before my dog—filled with a sense of excitement and competition. My goal? To get to the nearby Old San Juan, Puerto Rico, farmers’ market before others so that I can have my pick of the local kale, arugula, plantains, and even chocolate. I get a thrill wh...

the 13 drinks to sip on for a longer life, say doctors

In ancient China, emperors eagerly sought out a magical drink that would grant them eternal youth—and alchemists continued attempting to concoct this supposed miracle cure, commonly known as the "Elixir of Long Life," well into the 19th century. Sadly, it seems that no one has quite figure...

what are postbiotics?

Over the last few years, there's been a lot of buzz about probiotics, the so-called "good" bacteria that reside in the gut. They're believed to offer a wide range of health benefits, from a robust immune system to improved digestion. Not long after we started hearing about probiotics, prebioti...