Whether you’re looking for a quick bite to eat in the morning or want to try some unique breakfasts, these recipes are sure to please your palate and fuel your day. 1. Yam and Yogurt Parfait “One breakfast I love is a play on a traditional yogurt parfait that is lower in sugar, higher in…
The way you smell can say a lot about you, boldly announcing your presence or leaving a subtle lingering impression. When choosing a perfume, stay open-minded: You may love tried-and-true scents like vanilla and rose, but you might also find that unexpected notes like saffron or hay remind you of a specific memory, or help…
2017 is winding down and it’s almost time to flip the calendar to 2018. This is the perfect opportunity to gaze into the future and attempt to predict what will happen in the fitness industry over the coming year. Based on wide-ranging research and numerous conversations with colleagues working for health clubs, equipment companies and…
Print A Copy Download and print “Curves Study” Between its inception in 1992 and the time of this research study, more than four million women joined the 30-minute circuit-training gyms, Curves. The fastest growing franchise in U.S. history, women love it, but does their popular circuit workout really work?
Raise your hand if you have a sweet tooth! We do, too. Most people crave something sweet after a savory meal or if it’s been too many hours since the last meal due to a low blood sugar. While indulging in a sweet treat can be a part of a healthy, clean and balanced meal…
Ramadan’s most refreshing drink is sweet, salty and so simple. Christopher Testani for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Simon Andrews. Published Feb. 26, 2025Updated Feb. 26, 2025 Imagine gathering around the dining table, stomach empty and throat dry, eyes fixed on the clock as it inches toward the relief of iftar, the fast-breaking evening…
This time of year signals the advent of cold weather in many areas of the country. During a typical winter, it is not uncommon to hear about cardiac-related deaths linked to physical exertion—namely snow shoveling. What is it about the combination of cold weather and physical exertion that places a person at risk for a…
Print A Copy Download and print “Wii: As Good as the Real Thing” In the fall of 2006, a new video game system called the Nintendo Wii hit the streets and quickly became an instant hit with a full-fledged craze, selling more than 11 million consoles in the Americas alone. But is the exercise you…
The human body obtains nutrient energy (calories) from three macronutrients: fat, carbohydrates and protein. Fat functions as a source of energy to muscle at rest, helps carry fat-soluble vitamins and contributes to the structure of every cell in our body. Carbohydrates provide the primary fuel for most bodily functions and are the preferred fuel for…
Similarly, he and the woman at pickleball might bond over the fact that they’re both navigating relationships with people struggling with addictions, but he seems to disregard how the intensity of their interactions might affect you — or what need he’s filling for himself that goes beyond this commonality. (If this pickleball pal were a…