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Replacing red meat with plant proteins lowered total and LDL cholesterol in 36 trials.Mixed animal-and-plant protein diets slightly increased triglyceride levels.Small cholesterol changes can add up to meaningful heart health benefits over time. A new analysis of diet studies suggests that swapping red meat for plant proteins can help support healthier cholesterol levels, and in turn, better heart health. For their analysis, researchers from Spain reviewed dozens of clinical trials comparing red meat with other foods. They found that swapping red meat for plant proteins improved cholesterol levels, while replacing it with a mix of animal and plant proteins led…
Your armpit, also known as the axilla, contains a large collection of lymph nodes, hair follicles, and sweat glands. A number of things can cause pain in the hollow created by your chest wall, muscles, and shoulder bones. A pulled muscle is one of the more benign causes.A pulled muscle causing armpit pain may come from your pectoral muscles, triceps, or latissimus dorsi (lats). It also may come from the teres major muscles or the subscapularis, part of the rotator cuff.Treatment for a muscle strain in your armpit depends on how severe your injury is.What Happens During a Muscle Strain…
This 30-day plan is set at 1,500 calories per day, with modifications for 1,800 and 2,000 calories.Each day provides at least 83 grams of protein and 30 grams of fiber—two nutrients that promote satiety and can help with weight loss.This plan prioritizes gut-healthy nutrients like fiber, prebiotics and probiotics, while limiting added sugar and processed meats. A healthy and diverse gut microbiome may positively influence several areas of our health. It can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes, support a healthy immune system, reduce inflammation and may even help promote weight loss and reduce the risk of obesity. If…
Brew Shockalaka giving away a FULL YEAR of zero-sugar nootropic coffee + protein donuts! Everyone gets 10% off just for entering. Contest ends Oct 24. Brew Shockalaka is going massive with their latest contest – we’re talking a full year’s supply of zero-sugar nootropic coffee plus protein donuts to pair with it. And the best part? Everyone who enters gets a discount code, whether they win or not. If you’ve been following along with our Brew Shockalaka coverage and podcast with the “Brew Shock” team, you know this isn’t your average RTD coffee. This is the zero-sugar, nootropic-packed beverage that’s…
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We may earn a commission from links on this page. Did you know you can customize Google to filter out garbage? Take these steps for better search results, including adding Lifehacker as a preferred source for tech news.Doing things the old-fashioned way and hand-writing your notes is better for retaining what you’ve learned, but it definitely has drawbacks that can make typing notes more appealing. Hand-written notes aren’t searchable on your phone or laptop, for example, and unlike your phone, your notebook probably won’t always be with you for a quick study session on the bus or train. That’s why you should take…
Embrace the season with these 6 healthy habits for fall! From nutritious recipes to outdoor activities, these ideas will help you stay well during the autumn months. Hello October, my most favorite month of all! With anniversaries and birthdays, October is always full of fun celebrations in our household. (It seems like half our family was born in October – Birch and me, both of my nieces, and our siblings!) Four fall birthdays! October is also the start of the fourth and final quarter of the year, and the beginning of the holiday season. It’s often a time when our wellness…
Foods like nuts, bananas, grapes, kefir and salmon can help support your mood and mental well-being.They’re rich in mood-friendly nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, vitamin B6 and probiotics.Other mood-boosting strategies include regular exercise, adequate sleep and managing stress levels. Mental health struggles are real—and can really put a damper on your mood. According to the National Center for Health Statistics, 12% of Americans over the age of 18 struggle with regular feelings of worry, nervousness or anxiety, and about 5% report regular feelings of depression. While there’s no substitute for seeking mental health support, there are strategies you can…
Whether they’re on set, at home, or on the road, the stars of “Top Chef” enjoy snacking as much as we do. In fact, when we caught up with host Kristen Kish and judges Gail Simmons and Tom Colicchio during a day of filming for season 23 in Charlotte, North Carolina, all three agreed that snacks are essential for keeping their energy even-keeled (and so they don’t arrive at the tasting table famished). “Hanging around here, there’s a lot of food,” Colicchio says, referring to the set for the next season of “Top Chef,” which is slated to debut in…
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