VERIFIED Health Benefits of a Balanced Diet: 7 Essential Nutrients You Need to Add to Your Diet A balanced diet gives your body all the nutrition it requires to operate effectively. This comprises fibre, water, vitamins, minerals, fat, carbohydrates, and protein. Maintaining a balanced diet means uncovering the intricate interplay […]
Editor’s note: Incorporating at least one yoga pose into your daily routine can work wonders for your overall health and well-being. Yoga is a holistic practice that not only improves physical flexibility and strength but also nurtures mental clarity and emotional balance. Karissa Brandhagen provides these poses weekly for Explore. […]
There are several different intermittent fasting methods. Popular options include: the 16:8 method the 5:2 diet the Warrior diet Eat Stop Eat alternate-day fasting (ADF) The 16/8 method The 16/8 intermittent fasting plan restricts food consumption and calorie-containing beverages to a set window of 8 hours per day. It requires […]
Key facts Climate change is directly contributing to humanitarian emergencies from heatwaves, wildfires, floods, tropical storms and hurricanes and they are increasing in scale, frequency and intensity. Research shows that 3.6 billion people already live in areas highly susceptible to climate change. Between 2030 and 2050, climate change is expected to […]
Turmeric has been used as a spice and medicine for thousands of years. And in recent decades, it’s become popular as a dietary supplement, often sold as curcumin — a chemical compound found in dried turmeric — with claims that it can soothe joint pain, reduce inflammation and improve mobility. […]
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Back pain affects more than 80% of people worldwide. Yoga stretches help decrease back pain for some people, though results are similar to the benefits of other types of exercise. Many yoga poses—such as cat-cow, downward-facing dog, and cobra pose—target the back, helping to relieve pain and increase flexibility. This […]
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If you asked 10 people how they would define “healthy diet,” you would likely get several different answers. The most basic definition of a healthy diet is that it best supports your overall health and wellness and prevents disease. While certain foods have been scientifically proven to fit this definition, […]
Fish oil, which contains omega-3 fatty acids, is promoted for a number of health benefits – from boosting our heart health, protecting our brain from dementia, and easing the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis. But what exactly are omega-3 fats and what does the evidence say about their benefits for keeping […]
