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Regular exercise, like high-intensity interval training (HIIT), supports heart health.HIIT may help cardiovascular fitness, regulate blood pressure and improve brain health.Small, consistent daily movements add up, making it easier to meet your goals. February is Heart Health Month, and the American Heart Association hosts their Red Dress Collection Concert at the end of January each year to kick it off. At the event, I asked a couple of the cardiologists in attendance for their heart-healthy advice, and they had some sharp insights to share. In conversations with cardiologists Tara Narula Cangello, M.D., and Evelina Grayver, M.D., I asked them each…
Because of side effects, safety concerns and/or lack of research, experts recommend avoiding red yeast rice, chaparral, arnica and cat’s claw supplements if you have arthritis.While some supplements may be helpful, eating an anti-inflammatory diet and being physically active are key for managing arthritis symptoms. Always talk with a health care professional before taking new supplements to ensure they’re safe and align with your health needs. Arthritis is an inflammatory condition that causes swelling and tenderness in the joints. And, contrary to its reputation, it can occur at any age. No matter your age or stage of life, if you live…
Acute pain is often dismissed as something to handle alone with over-the-counter meds. However, treating it properly is essential to faster healing, reduced bodily stress, and — most importantly — preventing acute discomfort from turning into a life-altering chronic condition.While some issues only require a “team of one” (like a primary care doctor or a specialist), research shows that for more complex pain, a multidisciplinary approach leads to superior outcomes and lower costs.[1]“A comprehensive pain management team often includes a primary care physician for overall care and prescribing medications,” says Bryan Marascalchi, MD, an anesthesiologist and pain medicine specialist at…
We may earn a commission from links on this page. I’m one who can appreciate the great diversity of squats in the world. High squats, low squats, front squats, back squats—they’re all beautiful. And yet, people on the internet love to argue about which squat is the best. So here’s a little guide to squat depth, and how to find the squat that’s right for you. The short, easy answer is that you probably want to squat “to parallel,” and I’ll explain what that means, but there are advantages to squatting lower and higher than parallel, depending on your goals…
Heat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Put the chopped tomatoes in a small baking dish. Grate in the garlic, then add 1 tsp oregano, the drained butter beans, tomato purée and harissa, if using. Season well. Nestle in the feta, drizzle over the oil, add a pinch more oregano and bake for 20 mins until golden and bubbling. Or, cook in the air fryer at 180C for 20 mins.
Rarely a day goes by that protein isn’t dominating headlines, mostly for its benefits and the best ways to eat it (hello, Parmesan?), but far less frequently for when we should be eating it.Many of us get our protein in one of the classic American ways: all at once at dinner, or downed quickly in a shake. But in reality, timing is key—there’s only so much protein our bodies can absorb at a time, and eating more than that amount in one sitting won’t increase benefits.So when is the best time of day to eat protein, exactly? According to registered…
“I’ve noticed more and more that there’s a chasm between people who plan things and people who don’t,” Ballmer tells SELF about the inspiration behind his theory. “And the lack of having enough planners in a group chat can be a death knell to seeing each other regularly.”Part of what’s made his framework go viral on Instagram and TikTok is how relatable it is—and even licensed therapists say it holds some truth. “The healthiest takeaway from this post is to use it as a mirror to notice patterns in our friendships,” Christie Ferrari, PsyD, a clinical psychologist based in Miami,…
During a recent visit to The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, actress Natalie Portman took The Colbert Questionert. For those unfamiliar, The Colbert Questionert is a Q&A segment designed to “penetrate to the soul of someone so they’ll be fully known by the audience.” The hard-hitting series has revealed a lot about our favorite celebrities, from their first concert to the animals they’re most afraid of. But at Allrecipes, we care about one factoid more than any other: What are their favorite foods? After bravely accepting Colbert’s invitation to take The Colbert Questionert, Portman was asked, “What is the best…
Lifestyle factors and sometimes medications are essential for healthy diabetes management.Avoid supplementing chromium, bitter melon, green tea extract, St. John’s wort and vitamin E.Support healthy blood sugar with diet, physical activity, stress management and healthy sleep. When it comes to diabetes, lifestyle plays a major role in blood sugar management and overall health. What you eat, how you move your body, your sleeping patterns and your stress levels are all factors that can impact blood sugar. Even if you are taking medications to manage your diabetes, they are to be used in conjunction with lifestyle strategies that include a nutritious…
Cardiologists say small changes in your habits can yield big benefits for heart health.They recommend eating more plants, being active, socializing and choosing unsweetened drinks. If you smoke, they suggest seeking help quitting or at least cutting back. You’ve probably heard it before—heart disease is the No. 1 cause of death in the U.S. Now for the good news: Cardiologists say that adding a few simple habits to your routine can significantly reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease. What habits do heart docs wish you’d adopt to protect your heart? To find out, we interviewed three cardiologists. Here’s the inside scoop…