Exercise, Diet and Nutrition | The Basics

A healthy lifestyle can manage fat cells to prevent chronic disease and erectile dysfunction.

You may have retired from work, but it's not the time to stop working out.

Diet culture may be outdated, but concerns over caloric intake still raise health questions.

All that energy for sex might come from carbohydrates.

Determine if structured training is good for your fitness journey with a few questions.

It may not feel like it, but 2.5 percent of your body is metal—and sometimes you need a top-off.

This approach alone may not save us from climate change, but it's good for you…and the planet.

You are what you eat—and that's not always a good thing.

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Experts say food restrictions fundamentally won't succeed for sustainable weight loss.

Before you reach for a prescription, ask your doctor about steps you can take on your own.

What was once a marketing slogan remains in our cultural conscience, because breakfast matters.

Watch out for the tipping point between self-improvement and self-destruction.

Exercising in the cold has some added bonuses, but it's not right for everyone.

Getting the perfect booty doesn't have to mean spending thousands of dollars on surgery.

The benefits and risks of time-restricted food consumption largely depend on the individual.

You could take a supplement or a medication, but the best solution might be today's lunch.

Your food has a long journey from being picked to being displayed on store shelves.

Your exercise program can make a difference to your diagnosis, recovery and future recurrence.

Exercise doesn't just do your muscles good, it can also improve your cognitive function.

ACV has long been touted as a cure-all, but does it really deliver?

Pay less attention to catchy marketing and more attention to Mother Nature.

Knowing the origin of your food allows you to make educated choices for a healthy body and mind.

As you age, how you exercise can help protect, and even improve, your bone strength.

You can ditch meat, for whatever reason, without losing your mind.

What are they, who's in charge of them and how did they get into your food?

Get to know more about what you’re consuming—it’s all there, in black and white.

They enhance the flavors, the colors and the aroma of food—and they're good for you, too.

A Colorado hiking group is breaking body stigma in outdoor spaces.

Don't let fad diets dictate what's healthy and what's not.

Not feeling right? You might not be getting enough water, even if you have your daily 64 ounces.

Delayed onset muscle soreness can be alleviated with a few tried-and-true exercises.

Carbs, proteins and fat all play a role in complete nutrition.

It's not uncommon for a weight-loss trend to go viral, but this one looks a little different.

No matter how a product is advertised, check the ingredient and nutrition labels first.

Be warned, you can't believe everything you read on a label.

Don't just sit there—you could be working out and finishing the day feeling great.

While autoimmunity remains incurable and its cause unknown, dietary changes may help.

Put down that cup of joe. Try these instead and cut down on the jitters.

Not all exercise routines are created equal, so prevent injury by easing into your next one.

The popular diet trend requires a major tweak to truly be healthy.

Don't believe every piece of nutrition advice that gets posted on social media.

Working out is also great for your health and confidence.

Changing your diet and introducing exercise to your regimen may up your odds of stopping cancer

Leaking urine while exercising is common, but it isn't normal. Your core plays a vital role.

Choose how you want to drop pounds, but be careful of ineffective or dangerous practices.

Changes to your eating and lifestyle could be the key to managing chronic bowel symptoms.

No motivation to get up and go exercise? Try a different approach.

Exercising with your children sets a positive example as you squeeze in a bit of self-care.

The obsession with taking up less space damages self-esteem and health. Gaining muscle can help.

One of the most underrated fitness skills that'll benefit you in old age.

The low-intensity poses of restorative yoga can calm your endocrine system and enhance wellness.

If you're skeptical about the benefits and safety of fasting, here's what you should know.

We all know activity is good for you, but what is it that makes you feel so mentally refreshed?

Here’s how to get your mind and body ready to make it to the finish line of your first 5K.

A distorted view of your body can cause chaos in your life and relationships.

So, you booked your first Spartan race. What’s next?

Getting back to the grind can be an uphill battle.

Arthritis pain and stiffness can both be reduced with exercise, but easy does it.

Don't panic if you pee a little during Pilates—it's common in adult women of all ages.

Running is a straightforward and accessible exercise, but that doesn't make it the best choice.

Going for a few laps around your neighborhood may do more for you than you think.

A 2019 study shows that high-intensity gym rats are more likely to get injured than beginners.

Can you strive for fitness while appreciating your natural form?

With heavily restricted diets picking up in popularity, here's how they can affect your body.

Celebrate a healthy new start by resuming your pre-pandemic exercise regimen. Just be careful.

The challenges of menopause require a special focus on exercise.

Enjoy your veggies but don't want to give up meat entirely? Try flexitarianism.

Eating dairy-free doesn't have to hurt—your favorite snacks and meals are still within reach.

Your own body is the best piece of workout equipment you could ask for.

The much-touted benefits of the HIIT workout may not outweigh the risks. Proceed with caution.

As exercise, running is an excellent option, but it could contribute to urinary issues.

Ignore the conflicting information out there about how to get in shape. Here's the bottom line.

Even if workouts aren't doable, everyone should welcome stretching into their daily routine.

Part of staying healthy and active as you age means taking control of your bone health.

There are a number of fallacies around soy and what it does, or doesn't do, to your body.

It might be easier than you think to find a fun, rewarding way to get your move on.

Your daily multivitamin may not be giving you all the essential nutrients that you need.

Untreated eating disorders can lead to serious health problems, including heart complications.

Osteoporosis is avoidable, but if you have it, exercise isn't prohibited. Know the facts.

Jumping on the latest fitness craze might be a waste of time and money. Get the facts.

Take the gym to wherever you want it: Visit local parks, use phone apps and watch videos.

You started working out but somehow fell off the wagon? Here’s how to get back on—and stay on.

If you want to get fit at home, you don’t need to spend a fortune on fancy exercise machines.