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Kombucha, a lightly fizzy, fermented cold tea drink, has soared in popularity in recent years in the UK, with many pre-bottled options popping up on the market.With an ever-growing range of styles and flavours now available, kombucha has become a sought-after alternative to traditional sugary soft drinks or alcohol. Its popularity and rising demand has been fuelled by increasing interest in fermented foods and their potential gut-friendly benefits, as well as a shift towards more natural, lower-sugar drinks options to enjoy at any time of day.Whether you are a kombucha enthusiast or a newcomer keen to try something different, there…
Hisense is all about TVs at this year’s CES—specifically, how those TVs display color. If the company’s keynote is any indication, Hisense is extremely invested in leading the charge in color reproduction. Though its tagline this year is “Innovating a Brighter Life,” the pitch is less on how bright their TVs are, and more on how true to life their colors are, especially when it comes to accurately displaying the filmmakers’ original intent. Will consumers buy a TV because their favorite movie looks a bit more how the director intended it to be? I’m not sure. But that’s largely the…
Including plenty of protein in your lunch will help prevent a mid-day slump.Protein helps stabilize blood sugar, fills us up and contributes to healthy muscles.Pack high-protein foods for lunch, like chicken, chickpeas, edamame, cottage cheese and tuna. Getting enough protein is crucial for muscle health. But did you know it’s also essential for various bodily functions, satiety and overall well-being? Protein does great things for your body such as building and repairing tissue, supporting immune function, producing enzymes and regulating hormones. Some research shows protein may also aid in weight management by promoting feelings of fullness. Ensuring you get enough…
Whether you’re experiencing foot pain, seeking enhanced performance, or prioritizing comfort, custom orthotics could be the game-changer you’ve been searching for. The best orthotics offer a step up from standard over-the-counter insoles, providing tailored comfort and support specifically designed to meet your unique needs. Since orthotics are customized based on your foot length, arch height, and pain points, podiatrist Brad Schaeffer, DPM, recommends consulting with a podiatrist to learn more about your needs. To find the best orthotics, we first spoke with three podiatrists to learn more about the key features to look for when shopping. Then, we researched popular…
This salad dressing from Trader Joe’s makes vegetables crave-worthy. It’s creamy, rich and flavorful, but still low in calories and saturated fat. You can use it on top of salmon, grain bowls and salads, or as a dip. I never thought a salad dressing could change my life, but here we are. As a dietitian, I know the importance of eating more veggies, but let’s be honest: raw carrots and plain greens don’t exactly scream excitement. So when I impulsively tossed Trader Joe’s Vegan Creamy Dill Dressing into my cart one day, I wasn’t expecting much. Little did I know, that unassuming…
There’s no rule book on how to get over a breakup—and no fast-forward button either. However many plans you make or clichés you’re offered, grieving the loss of a relationship will inevitably bring a roller-coaster of hard-to-handle emotions.While there’s no way to skip the heartbreak and wake up happily single by tomorrow, there are ways to at least make the process more bearable while you’re in it. “Your healing time will depend on different factors, like the meaning the relationship had to you as well as the length of it,” Habiba Jessica Zaman, LPC, a therapist based in Tucker, Georgia,…
A big batch of soup on Sunday can provide a week of easy lunches, and you can freeze it too.Healthy soup recipes—ones with lots of vegetables and beans—can keep you satisfied longer.There are many delicious soup recipes to try, including ones requiring just four ingredients. Two summers ago, I started doing a little bit of meal prep on Sundays, spending about 30 minutes building a salad bar for my fridge (hat tip to David Burtka for the brilliant idea). My process goes a little like this: I wash a couple of heads of lettuce and tuck them into a sealable…
It’s one thing to hear about cases of the so-called “super flu” skyrocketing in the country, but it’s another to actually deal with it. If you’ve recently experienced the flu, you may be wondering when you’ll feel like yourself again. Unfortunately, doctors say it can take time.The flu can cause uncomfortable symptoms like fever, cough, and sore throat when you’re initially sick, but you may also be sidelined with lingering fatigue and generally feeling off after your original symptoms have cleared. “Once influenza grabs you, it can hold onto you for a longer period of time than the acute illness,”…
Does your body have an energy budget?
Want more posts like this in your life? Join the Tiny Buddha list for daily or weekly insights. “That which does not kill us makes us stronger.” ~Friedrich Nietzsche I was twenty-five weeks pregnant when I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. Still working, still showing up, still dreaming of a gentle homebirth. We had an event at work that day, and I had to walk to it. I remember feeling so out of breath that I had to stop every few steps. Walking upstairs became impossible without pausing. Something wasn’t right. I’d also noticed I was losing weight, especially…