Belly fat refers to the extra weight around the middle section of the body. Usually, there are two forms of this fat. The first type is subcutaneous fat, which accounts for approximately 90% of the fat. The remaining 10% is visceral or intra-abdominal fat. This fat, which is located deep inside the abdomen and gathers […]
Proteins, often referred to as the building blocks of life, play a fundamental role in our overall health. These vital nutrients break down into amino acids, supporting cell growth and repair within our bodies. Moreover, proteins offer the benefit of prolonged satiety, helping us maintain a healthy weight. A common misconception is that only non-vegetarian […]
As a tennis player who turned pro when she was just 14 years old, Parris Todd never thought she would find herself on a pickleball court, let alone that she would play the game—which she knew about primarily from her grandparents—professionally. The pandemic and resultant pickleball mania that swept the country changed everything. “I started […]
As someone with diagnosed complex post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and anxiety, I’ll try just about anything in the pursuit of improved mental health. I’ve experimented with different types of psychotherapy, meditation, and breathing exercises. I’ve written in a gratitude journal and done digital detoxes. I’d thought I’d attempted it all. Then I heard about the […]
Of all the things that TikTok makes you buy, the weighted hula hoops may be worth your money. I’ve been using a weighted hula hoop for 15 years and I am here to tell you they are both fun and effective. Weighted hula hoops are having a moment on TikTok for a few reasons. Number […]