Can Yoga Help You Lose Weight? 8 Myths about Yoga
By William J. Broad
Author of The Science of Yoga
Yoga (which means “union”) is one of the world’s fastest-growing health and fitness activities. Practitioners are estimated at 20 million in the U.S. (and more than 250 million around the globe). Here are the 8 great myths about yoga, which could have a great impact on your health.
7 So-Called Diet Foods That Are Bad for Your Health and Your Waistline
By Kristin Sidorov
Avoiding temptation and trying to eat your daily dose of veggies can be challenging enough. Throw in hundreds of “healthy food” advertising gimmicks, an overload of dieting advice that seems to contradict itself, and confusing ingredient lists, you could find yourself eating foods that are anything but good for you.
The Soy Controversy: Eat It or Avoid It?
By Kristin Sidorov
We all love tasty health food, and in recent years Americans have been eating more soy than ever before. It helps with bone strength, heart health, even menopause, brain function, and cancer prevention, plus it has all the protein and fiber we need from a healthy diet food. Soy seems so perfect. But new research suggests that eating large quantities of soy could have some pretty harmful effects on your health.
No Excuses: 5 Ways to Get Fit for Spring
By Keri Gans, MS, RD, CDN
Author of The Small Change Diet
The winter months divide us into two types of people: the fit and the unfit. Fit people keep moving no matter what. They don’t use the dreary cold months to deter them from reaching their health goals. Unfit people make excuses. But even a person who claims to be totally uninterested in exercising can find something that excites them enough to get moving.
Slow Cooker 101: Tips, How To’s, and Recipes
By Kristin Sidorov
It’s big, bulky, and a little bit scary (after all, isn’t leaving a hot appliance on all day a fire hazard?), but trust us, your slow cooker can and will be your new best friend this winter. These miraculous machines have come a long way since your grandma’s crock-pot days, and are an easy, fail-proof way to make thousands of amazing and healthy recipes, from classic pulled pork to perfect, fluffy banana bread. Get the lowdown on becoming a slow cooker pro.
Is Yoga Really Bad for You? Om, Not Sure
By Kristy Ojala
My yoga class was full, and the master teacher began his now-nightly speech following the explosive yoga expose posted by Science of Yoga author William J. Broad in the New York Times. The author noted, “The risks and benefits turned out to be far greater than anything I ever imagined.” Is all this worry about yoga actually wrecking yoga?
It’s Official: Counting Calories Is Still the Best Way to Lose Weight
By Deborah Goldstein
With so many fad diets on the market, it’s hard not to be enticed by the promise of shedding pounds via some magical new strategy. Have you tried eating less carbs? More protein? Have you gone gluten-free? Eaten like our ancestors? Among all this conflicting information remains the key to successful weight loss.
Preventive Medicine Can Save Your Life
When Nightline reporter Bill Weir set out to interview his latest subject, The End of Illness author David B. Agus, M.D., he thought he’d learn a few things about himself. But as the reporter joked on Twitter, “I used to think my job was killing me, until the assignment that saved my life.”
5 Natural Cures for Common Skin Conditions
By Chrystle Fiedler
Author of Death Drops: A Natural Remedies Mystery
Your skin reflects the health of your body. It will show if you are allergic to foods or cosmetics, a new lotion, bubble bath, or laundry detergent. Stress can show up on your skin, too. Start by changing what you suspect is the cause.
The 17 Day Diet: 3 Simple Weight Loss Tips
This is a popular time to start a diet, and a common question is “How do I lose weight?” Here are some guidelines from the 17 Day Diet to help you shed pounds and keep them off.
17 Day Diet Recipe: 17 Day Slimming Soup
Start your weight-loss plan off right with this veggie-laden low-fat soup from The 17 Day Diet Workbook by Dr. Mike Moreno.
7 Easy Diet Rules to Prevent Illness
All fresh produce is not created equal, and low-fat is not always best. Follow these healthy eating strategies from The End of Illness by David B. Agus, M.D.
Cooking With Curry: Warming Recipes for Winter
By Kristin Sidorov
Resolving to eat healthier this year shouldn’t mean resigning to boring foods. Adding spices to your dishes is the best way to add amazing flavor without extra calories. And no spice is better this time of year than warm, sweet, and zesty curry. With its bold flavors and dozens of varieties to chose from, it’s anything but boring.
5 Fitness Trends That Will Stick in 2012
By Kristin Sidorov
You’ve decided to make 2012 your year to get fit. Great! Commitment is half the battle, and focus is key. But now that you’ve set your goal, how can you stick to it?
