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Have you ever felt like you’re doing everything “right” — eating better, moving more, cutting back on junk — and yet the scale just won’t budge? Or maybe the number moves a little… but that stubborn belly fat never seems to go anywhere. If that sounds familiar, it may not be your diet or your willpower that’s the problem. It could be toxins. That’s right. The invisible stuff your body has been soaking up for decades may be quietly forcing you to hold onto fat. And until you get rid of them, losing weight can feel nearly impossible. Let’s break…

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Laptop screen extenders help add more display area without costing as much as two separate monitors. They’re also tidier, more integrated, and more portable, making them ideal for remote workers or students who want a mobile workstation with as much visual real estate as possible. The KYY 15.6-inch laptop screen extender, with its triple-screen setup (one on either side of your laptop’s display), is a solid choice for anyone looking to give their laptop some extra elbow room—and right…

Costco now carries Hiyo organic mocktails, a low-sugar option perfect for Dry January.The Costco-exclusive Sunset Party Pack has 30 calories and just 3g added sugar per can.Hiyo offers refreshing, fruity flavors without the off-putting notes of many mocktails. Costco is bringing in the new year with a new beverage selection. For those participating in Dry January, these fruity mocktails are entirely up your alley, and they’re healthy choices that actually taste good. Hiyo is now available at Costco locations nationwide. And that’s not all: the alcohol-free, self-described “organic social tonics” have launched a Costco-exclusive Sunset Party Pack to celebrate. The…

Finding eco-friendly dishwasher tablets that actually work can be a challenge. Some promise a sparkling clean but leave streaks, while others perform well but come in wasteful packaging. We’ve put a range of eco dishwasher tablets UK brands to the test to see which deliver on cleaning power while being kinder to the planet.Eco options are made without phosphates, chlorine bleach or other harsh chemicals, using biodegradable, plant-based ingredients instead. Many also come in plastic-free or refillable packaging, making them a good choice for families looking to cut waste and reduce exposure to irritants.The right tablets or powders will remove…

Key Takeaways Emotional sobriety is an aspect of addiction recovery that focuses on regulating feelings and learning to face challenges without the use of substances.Developing emotional sobriety can support recovery, relationships, and mental health by improving coping and communication skills.Emotional sobriety takes ongoing practice and can be supported by healthy routines, relationships, and mental health resources. Sobriety, however you choose to approach it, is never just about your ability to avoid substances. A key part of recovery is understanding your emotional sobriety, which focuses on learning to cope and manage your emotions without the use of substances. Although this concept…

This series was born out of a simple belief. Health research is often reduced to headlines, rules, and rigid takeaways. But when you slow down and really examine a single study—its context, its assumptions, and its blind spots—you often uncover insights that change how you live, not just what you know. 

Nearly 9 in 10 U.S. adults have at least one component of the syndrome, which includes high blood pressure, abnormal cholesterol and lipids, high blood glucose (sugar), excess weight, and reduced kidney function. When combined, these factors increase the risk for heart attack, stroke, and heart failure more than any one of them alone.[2]The new study findings add to growing evidence that moving more, even at low intensity, can improve health outcomes, particularly for people who may struggle to meet traditional exercise recommendations because of fatigue, pain, or limited stamina, says Shuchi Anand, MD, associate professor and director of the Center…

A cozy bowl of soup can be just what you need as the temperature drops outside. These delicious, hearty soups are lower in saturated fat and sodium, which can help support heart health. Plus, they have at least 15 grams of protein per serving, an essential nutrient that helps with muscle repair, bone health, digestion and more. Options like our One-Pot High-Protein Chicken, Cabbage & White Bean Soup and Pho-Inspired Beef Noodle Soup will warm you up and keep you feeling your best. One-Pot High-Protein Chicken, Cabbage & White Bean Soup Photographer: Stacy K. Allen, Prop Stylist: Keoshia McGhee, Food…

NNB Nutrition’s precision fermentation is solving a huge challenge for beverage formulators. UPDATE Energy and Life Cider X prove it works. From energy drinks to hard ciders, functional beverages are evolving fast. As the functional beverage market continues its explosive growth, NNB Nutrition furthers its positioning at the forefront of ingredient innovation with a strategic focus on beverage-stable, precision-fermented compounds that deliver clinical benefits at lower doses. Building on the momentum from their OnSwitch energy drink concept debut and the recently announced 2026 ingredient launches, NNB’s beverage-first approach showcases why they’ve become the go-to ingredient innovator for brands looking to…

Photo credit: Jessica Grossmeier, 2025 By Jessica Grossmeier, PhD, MPH For those who lead wellbeing initiatives in their organizations, a familiar frustration often emerges: launching programs employees genuinely want, measuring participation, tracking engagement, yet still wondering why the needle barely moves on burnout and stress. This challenge is widespread. According to McLean & Company’s 2025 research, only 43% of employees say their company’s wellbeing programs effectively meet their needs. Burnout affects 83% of workers, and employee engagement dropped from 88% to 64% in just one year (DHR Global, 2026). The gap isn’t about effort or quality. Organizations invest heavily in…