Promoting musculoskeletal longevity isn’t the only way vitamin D can help support a long and healthy life: a recent cureo study suggests that D plays a role in antioxidant activitytoo.* Evidence from the study indicates that people with sufficient levels of vitamin D are more likely to experience a healthy balance of antioxidants, while those … Read more
According to Ferira, any supplement brand that uses the term “pharmaceutical grade” to describe its ingredients is questionable. See, there is a huge myth that the supplement industry is not regulated by the FDA; this is completely false. The FDA actually has very strict rules (a breakdown of those rules here) in terms of what … Read more
There are so many benefits to banded lateral walks, from strengthening the the entire lower body to improve stability and posture. On the one hand, this movement works the glutes, thighs and hips, which helps keep the body stable and supported. Having strong hips keeps the whole body in line and also helps strengthen the … Read more
Whether you jumped rope as a kid or not, a refresher on form and equipment can help you maximize the results you get from jumping rope and make it feel easier. For starters, you’ll want to get a quality jump rope that’s the right size for you. “If you trip over the rope, it’s either … Read more
According to Ramsey, the reason for its high (but underrated!) nutritional value lies in its long-chain omega-3 fatty acids: “One anchovy has 87 milligrams of long-chain omega-3 fats,” says Ramsey. (Y 1,150 milligrams in a 2-ounce can!) “Those are the really important omega-3 fats in terms of brain health data. They’re very fragile fats, they’re … Read more
As a quick refresher: “Strength training is the practice of using resistance to train skeletal muscles to make them stronger by improving their endurance, strength, or size (or all three),” Arrington says in his guide. “There are many ways to strength train and various types of strength goals.” Dumbbells, for example, can be a tool … Read more
When you increase your intake of plants, you will naturally increase the amount of fiber you are eating, but be sure to include plenty of high fiber foodslike beans, chia seeds, flaxseeds, lentils, berries, and psyllium, back in the day. Fiber, especially prebiotic fiber, feeds your gut bacteria, and when metabolized, short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) … Read more
Probiotic supplements can have many functions. Diversifying the gut microbial landscape is important, says Gandhi, which helps maintain balance in the gut microbiome.* While promoting gut health is an obvious benefit, research has also shown that certain strains of probiotics can help reduce swellingaids in proper nutrient absorption, promotes regularity, and supports a healthy weight.* … Read more