Fitness & Nutrition
via BlackDoctor: The whole thinking behind “zero-calorie foods” is that they contain fewer calories than the body uses to break them down. But just because they have very little calories don’t mean they have to have very little taste. The following foods are big on taste and have such a slight caloric load they won’t […]
via BlackDoctor: Let’s be honest, during the winter time, for most of us, it’s hard to get outside to exercise and the cold weather gives you even one more excuse to stay in bed. So while many Americans are sitting more often during the day, why not tone up your lower body right there from […]
via BlackDoctor: If you have trouble keeping slim, don’t put all the blame on your DNA. People carrying so-called “obesity” genes tend to gain more weight if they don’t work out or don’t get enough sleep, said Timothy Frayling, a professor with the University of Exeter Medical School in England. “You can’t change your genes […]
via BlackDoctor: Oprah Winfrey, the host, actress and media mogul has been the queen of TV or a long time. Now she wants to be the Queen of the grocery store aisle as well. Winfrey has launched O, That’s Good!, a line of health-conscious, heat-and-eat foods in collaboration with Kraft Heinz, the star tells PEOPLE exclusively in […]
via BlackDoctor: As students are back in the full swing of college, there are many things to focus on: classes, studying, working, extracurriculars and making time for their social life. Unfortunately, healthy eating is one of those considerations that goes on the back burner. There are several reasons that explain why students are falling behind […]
In our humble opinion, steak is best topped with sweet caramelized onions and salty Gorgonzola cheese. We recommend seeking out good-quality Gorgonzola for the best flavor, but any will work. Serve with garlic mashed potatoes and steamed carrots. Seared Steaks with Caramelized Onions & Gorgonzola Ingredients: 2 tablespoons canola oil, divided 2 large onions, […]
via BlackDoctor: A large, 18-country study may turn current nutritional thinking on its head. The new research suggests that it’s not the fat in your diet that’s raising your risk of premature death, it’s too many carbohydrates — especially the refined, processed kinds of carbs — that may be the real killer. The research also […]
No matter how you slice it, meatloaf is a classic comfort food dish that makes an appearance on family dinner tables night after night, with wildly varying ingredients. The budget-friendly main (cold leftover meatloaf sandwich, anyone?) is different from its cousins meatballs and hamburgers in both simplicity of preparation and size, and most […]
via BlackDoctor: Walking to lose weight but don’t know where to start? Here’s what you need to know to stroll your way to weight loss, at any age. According to researchers from the University of Virginia, intensity is key. In fact, women who power walked three times weekly for a short period – in addition to […]
via BlackDoctor: Trouble sleeping? Adding these foods to your diet may help to increase your odds of a successful slumber. Almonds Containing both tryptophan and magnesium – a mineral needed for sleep quality – this healthy snack may reduce muscle and nerve function, as well as steady your heart rhythm, naturally. A study published in […]
via BlackDoctor: Back spasms are painful contractions or cramps in the muscles of the back. Back spasms can be the result of injuries to the muscles, tendons, and ligaments in the back or it can be related to more serious medical conditions. Heavy lifting is a common cause of back spasms. Any activity that puts […]
via BlackDoctor: It’s a no-brainer to stretch in the morning when you get out of bed. Sometimes, it seems like it’s your body’s automatic response to waking up. But if you don’t stretch long enough or the right body parts, or the wrong way, it could be doing damage to your body and internal organs […]