Iron is an essential mineral required for many bodily functions, including the formation of hemoglobin, but it can be harmful when taken in excess. One of the suggested methods of treating iron deficiency anemia is the enrichment of food with iron. Typically, a chosen staple food such as wheat or rice, or even salt, is … Read more
Bodybuilding coach Charles Glass has developed a keen eye for the sport over the years. In a recent series of Instagram posts, Glass discussed counterfeit steroids and encouraged athletes to get regular checkups with doctors. As one of the top bodybuilding coaches in the world, Charles Glass has used his engineering background to design effective … Read more
II’ve been taking four-mile daily walks since long before any TikTokker dubbed them Hot Girl Walks. Then I hit 50 and severe heel pain made it nearly impossible. A podiatrist diagnosed the problem as plantar fasciitis. We tried cortisone shots, heels, stretches, painkillers. Any relief was temporary. I knew I had to find a new … Read more
Getting enough sleep and eating a protein-rich snack before bed can help you build muscle. Image credit: PeopleImages/iStock/GettyImages If you’re looking to build muscle, you’re probably at the top of your workouts. But there’s more to adding size than just squats and biceps. “If your goal is to build muscle and you stick to your … Read more
The health benefits of physical activity are undeniable. However, a recent study based on data published over the past 30 years challenges the famous adage Mens sana in corpore sano (a healthy mind in a healthy body) and questions the importance of exercise for both brain health and cognition. Just days after the study was … Read more
Heather Pressdee, 40, is accused of giving lethal doses of insulin to three men at Quality Life Services in Chicora, Pennsylvania Two of the men died from the overdose and all three were under Pressdee’s care at the time of the incidents, according to prosecutors. Pressdee says one of the men told her to ‘kill … Read more
The scorching summers are here which invariably increase the risk of dehydration. Due to excessive sweating during hot and humid weather, water loss can occur and, if not compensated for with adequate water intake, can lead to dehydration. Long-term dehydration can have many complications for your liver, joint health, and cause muscle damage. Studies have … Read more
New guide on sugar substitutes and weight lossAlina Rosanova – Getty Images “Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on certain articles through these links.” Sugar substitutes, such as stevia and sucralose, are among many that WHO advises against for weight loss and weight management. Long-term regular use of some non-sugar substitutes can … Read more
Unfortunately, you can’t go back in time or slow down time as you get older. And alas, there is no magic potion that can make you look 10 years younger. But establishing healthy lifestyle choices, like developing an exercise routine, can keep you healthy, boost your fitness, and even extend your life. If you’re a … Read more
A study by researchers at Johns Hopkins Medicine suggests that dopamine, a brain chemical associated with pleasure and motivation, plays a vital role in how people perceive the amount of physical effort required for a task, especially in people with Parkinson’s disease, a condition characterized by a lack of dopamine. A new study led by … Read more