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1. Keep moving. In addition to staying active, try to avoid sitting for prolonged periods of time, such as when watching football games or eating. Remember: Too much sitting is hazardous to your health. Research shows that getting up for just five minutes every 30 to 60 minutes and performing light activity (say, pacing around the house or performing simple squat exercises) reduces the risk of diabetes and other heart disease risk factors. 2. Have a plan. And hydrate. The h

It seems like everybody’s talking about intermittent fasting (also known as time restricted eating). From Hollywood celebrities to social media influencers to work colleagues and friends, you’ve probably heard about this nutrition craze. What is intermittent fasting, and why is it so popular? Is intermittent fasting safe? Does it really work? Follow along and let’s find out. What is Intermittent Fasting? Unlike most diet plans that focus on what you eat, intermittent fa

Here are some top foods to help you get the most out of your workouts Lentils: Legumes are protein and fiber powerhouses. Lentils, for example, are especially high in protein. 100 g of this dry good provides about 25 g of protein. Their fiber content is also nothing to sneeze at. Just 100 g covers half of your daily requirement (30 g). Eggs: Eggs are the perfect food for a muscle gain diet. One chicken egg provides about 7 g of protein. Plus, its biological value is nearl

The diet buzz right now, that I suspect will wither soon, is Keto. Before Keto, similar high protein, low carb diets included Atkins and Zone. There is no doubt that restricting – or eliminating – carbohydrates results in rapid and significant weight loss for many, and further may be beneficial for seriously overweight individuals or those who have diabetes. For the masses, however, such restriction is not necessary, hard to maintain, and results in nutrient and fuel deprivat

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When it comes to nutrition, the internet is full of gimmicks, extreme rules, and fad diets that overcomplicate simple truths. Let’s cut...