One of the reasons yoga is so valuable for stress relief is that it incorporates dynamic, or moving, stretches. Moving stretches activate your range of motion, circulating blood and oxygen and delivering nutrients to tissues. This powerful combination is incredible for melting away muscle tension. W...

High-fructose corn syrup has been a scapegoat for American obesity for the past decade and a half, so you might be surprised to learn that natural sweeteners like sugar and honey both have more fructose than high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS). Let’s break down the numbers here. Des...

With gyms still closed and chilly weather limiting outdoor group fitness classes, fitness has gone virtual—and that means virtual personal training sessions too. Many people are now considering testing out personal training sessions, even if that wasn’t really something they thought about pre-...

Cream or sugar with your tea? How about bacteria? Kombucha, a concoction of bacteria, tea and sugar, is definitely having its 15 minutes of fame. Fans claim the popular tea-based drink provides a string of health perks, such as improved digestion, less stress and more energy. The potent drink has a ...

In the fitness world, people often say you should “listen to your body” when deciding what to do if you aren’t feeling great. That advice often amounts to permission to take the day off, which is certainly a valid option in many cases. But “listen to your body” doesn’t mean “take the day off if you...

Oils are fats in liquid form at room temperature. While they are found in a variety of foods - such as nuts, fish, avocado, and olives - cooking oils are one of the most common forms of oil consumption. And some cooking oils are healthier than others.  We spoke to dietitians about th...

Exercising is one of the best ways to keep your heart healthy and reduce your risk for cardiovascular disease, which causes 25% of deaths among Americans each year.  At the same time, skipping exercise can increase your risk. For example, it's estimated that 35% of deaths from corona...

The godfather of fitness Jack LaLanne himself once told me that his secret to avoiding plateaus was religiously changing his workout routine every three to four weeks. He was pushing 90 at the time, and though certainly past his physical prime, he was still remarkably fit and strong, ...

Miki Gorman-an elite runner and the last American woman to win the New York Marathon until just last year-was known for running as if she had a built-in metronome. She had a vibration with each step, a beat she followed: one step at a time, one breath at a time. No distractions. In fact, she descri...

Art therapy is a way of using art and creative expression to support healing and health.  Anyone can benefit from art therapy, but it's particularly useful for people who might have difficulty processing their emotions in words. That includes children, people with trauma, and people ...