Protein May Be the Key To Sustainable Weight Loss—Here's What the Science Says

Here’s a look at what the science has to say about eating more protein for weight loss. (Also, don’t miss our list of the6 Best High-Protein Foods for Weight Loss.) Check out the 9 best high-protein snacks for rapid weight losshere. Shutterstock Unfortunately, that’s not the case. The good news: Protein helps retain muscles where you want them. Protein helps reduce cravings On a weight loss journey, between-meal cravings can derail your best intentions....

December 13, 2022 · 1 min · 100 words · Justin Little

Sharing a Bed With a Light, Restless Sleeper? These Tips Will Help

If you’re a light sleeper, getting solid Z’s is undoubtedly a challenge. If you’re sharing a bed with a light, restless sleeper, these tips will help. Eat This, Not That!reached out toDr. Shutterstock Polos explains, “The arousal threshold in these individuals is lower than others. There are theories as to why that is so. Sharing a bed with someone presents pros and cons. Shutterstock Sleeping with someone presents pros and cons....

December 13, 2022 · 2 min · 285 words · Derek Ortega

Starbucks vs. Dunkin': See Which Celebs Have a Clear Preference

Here arethe coffee shop preferences of celebrities across the U.S. who choose Dunkin' or Starbucks. The fact that Affleck is willing to visit another coffee shop shows his true devotion to Lopez. Kim Kardashian Starbucks Why have one coffee order when you’re free to have a few? Alessio Botticelli / Getty Contributor Although she’s also known to enjoy Starbucks too, so we know she’s not biased at least. Her actual go-to order however is aVenti Vanilla Bean Frappuccino, with no whipped cream....

December 13, 2022 · 1 min · 122 words · Shirley Duncan DDS

Your 12 Days of Fitness Christmas Countdown Workout Is Here!

Dumbbell Goblet Squats This Christmas countdown workout starts with the dumbbell goblet squat. Begin holding one dumbbell vertically in front of your heart’s center. Straighten your arms fully before performing another rep. Shutterstock Hold the weights straight up above you with your arms fully extended. Pull your shoulder blades back and down into the bench as you lower the weights down to your chest. Resist on the way back up, maintaining tension in your lats....

December 13, 2022 · 1 min · 195 words · Mr. Mark Griffin

4 Mood-Boosting Foods To Eat When You Need a Pick-Me-Up

It’s no secret thatyour dietsignificantly impacts your health. Diet also plays a major role in fitness by fueling your workouts for optimal performance and recovery. It often feels like nothing can cheer you up when you’re in abad mood. Shutterstock If you’re free to relate, you’re not alone. Fortunately, boosting your mood can be as easy as making simple tweaks to your diet. Read on to discover which foods can lift your spirits when you need it most....

December 12, 2022 · 1 min · 194 words · Kelly Martinez

5 Everyday Exercise Habits for Strong Forearms, Trainer Says

Having strong forearms is crucial for many people. It helps you carry objects in your everyday life and improves your performance on certainstrength training exercises. And this is a biggie: Grip and hand strength are associated with mortalityscientific researchbacks this up! Shutterstock In honor of that, we’ve rounded up five everyday exercise habits for strong forearms. Here are five of them to include regularly. Do farmer’s walks. Shutterstock At the end of your workouts, consider finishing off with a couple sets of farmer’s walks....

December 12, 2022 · 2 min · 333 words · Briana Cook

6 Eating and Drinking Habits To Avoid Belly Fat This Holiday Season

For more holiday-related health tips, check out6 Healthy Seasonal Foods To Grab at Trader Joe’s. Keep your eye on fruit and vegetable dishes that can fill up about half of your plate. Toasting the season with cocktail after cocktail could contribute to putting on abdominal weight. Shutterstock Studieshave linked high alcohol consumption to higher waist circumference. The reason behind the connection? And foods loaded with refined carbs are notorious for potentiallyincreasing belly fat....

December 12, 2022 · 1 min · 193 words · Amanda Coleman

6 Famous Restaurant Dishes With Misleading Origins (Looking at You, Caesar Salad)

Hungry people need to be fed after all, even when akey ingredientis missing. But, no, theCaesar salad was invented south of the border in Tijuana, Mexico. And, we haveProhibition to thankfor it. Shutterstock What, no anchovies? Hawaiian Pizza It’s time to stop blaming Hawaiians for Hawaiian pizza. This pineapple- and ham-topped pie is not actually from anywhere near Hawaii. Shutterstock It wascreated in Canada by a Greek immigrantand restauranteur namedSotirios Panopouloswho owned the Satellite Restaurant inChatham, Ontario....

December 12, 2022 · 1 min · 187 words · Michael Johnson

Betty Crocker Reveals the Top-Searched Recipes By State & We've Never Heard of Some of Them

Theholidaysare a time of family traditions, activities with loved ones, anddeliciously festive food. However, others enjoy finding newholiday recipesto try every year. The Betty Crocker Cookbookbecame a bestseller in 1950. Shutterstock Since then, there have been over 63 million Betty Crocker cookbooks sold worldwide. I’ll never forget being gifted my firstBetty Crocker Cookbookas a going away gift for college. However, the memory of me attempting my first meal on my own will stay with me forever....

December 12, 2022 · 2 min · 234 words · Kim Curtis

Eliminate Your Man Boobs With 5 Dumbbell Exercises, Trainer Says

Having a fuller, well-defined chest can give you an attractively strapping appearance. If you’re wondering how to eliminate your man boobs, we have five trainer-backeddumbbell exercisesthat work. “Working out with dumbbells (DBs) is a great way to maximize your chest workouts. Shutterstock So if you’re ready, let’s jump on these moves right away to eliminate your man boobs. Flat Dumbbell Chest Press Let’s start with the flat dumbbell chest press....

December 12, 2022 · 2 min · 370 words · Karen Morris

Here's Why You're Always Craving Salt—Plus What To Do About It

These nutrients also play important roles in fluid balance, blood pH and pressure, and nerve function. If you notice you arecraving salt, there may be a good reason. Along with eating more salt, you may also crave more water which would further improve your hydration. Shutterstock When you are dehydrated you may notice a few moresymptomsin addition to craving salt. This is one of the easiest indicators ofhydration. These simple steps may reduce your chances of becoming dehydrated and craving salt....

December 12, 2022 · 2 min · 224 words · Katherine Jones

McDonald's Ranks Dead Last in New Survey of Customer Loyalty

Here’s an understatement: McDonald’s is a successful company. Indeed, no name carries more weight in the fast food industry than Mickey D’s. So what are brands like Chick-fil-A doing right and what is McDonald’s getting wrong? Shutterstock Surveyed consumers were also asked about brand image and company values. Somewhat surprisingly, Chick-fil-A and Starbucks turned out to be the most polarizing chains. Interestingly, Firehouse Subs probably fared the best regarding positive and negative consumer associations....

December 12, 2022 · 1 min · 100 words · Tonya Alvarado

Sorry, But Your Gym is Crawling with Germs & Bacteria

Carving out time to work out is a phenomenal, healthy gift to give yourself. Keep reading to find out how many germs are at the gym. Germsincluding viruses, bacteria, and fungiare lurking literally everywhere. Shutterstock Astudyperformed by FitRated reviewed the amount of bacteria found on equipment at most gyms. Researchers measured “colony-forming units,” which is the number of bacteria able to multiply. Dr. Bohl explains the study classified 70% of the bacteria they discovered to be “potentially harmful....

December 12, 2022 · 1 min · 183 words · John Cline