“Metabolic health” may sound like a snooze fest, but it is among our nation’s most serious challenges. The term describes what millions of Americans lack: trim waistlines, good blood pressure and optimal levels of blood sugar, triglycerides and cholesterol. The better-known results include epidemics of diabetes and heart disease, though some people also may develop…
Reviewed by Dietitian Kelli McGrane, M.S., RD Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist Christina Daley When you think of anti-inflammatory foods, fatty fish like salmon, sardines and mackerel might not be the first to come to mind—but registered dietitians agree that they should be. Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, fatty fish may…
Snooze to your heart’s content. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the US, claiming the lives of about 700,000 Americans each year. Heart health is influenced by several lifestyle factors, including diet, exercise, weight, stress, and sleep quality. A new study finds that just three nights of sleep deprivation can increase the…
While more people are embracing healthy eating habits, busy lives often get in the way, and managing time becomes a major hurdle. With that in mind, here is a guide to creating quick and easy mindful eating habits, incorporating meal prep and planning, the 80-20 rule, and the balanced plates concept. Meal planning A great…
Looking after our hearts isn’t just about keeping active, it’s also largely down to our diet and the food we consume. Getting a variety of nutrients in our meals, from protein to fibre and omega-3, and making sure we’re eating our five a day are essential for a healthy heart. Minimising the risk of heart…
A leading expert has revealed one common lifestyle habit many workers are guilty of that is as bad as smoking – and has shared how to keep on track and stay healthy 19:40, 11 Apr 2025Updated 19:48, 11 Apr 2025 The common lifestyle habit is something many people are guilty of(Image: Getty Images) While we…
Imagine a glowing couple in their 20s, working and partying hard, getting precious little sleep, says gastroenterologist Shilpa Ravella. Then fast-forward 30 years and the couple may have serious health issues such as Type 2 diabetes or heart disease. “Late nights, drinking and stress, all these things trigger low-level inflammation which can damage our tissues…
Do you eat breakfast? If so, what do you have? The first meal of the day has long been seen as the most important, with research showing links between having breakfast and better health through lower incidence of diabetes and heart disease and a lower body mass index. The rise in popularity of intermittent fasting…
Did you know that in the UK, men are nearly 60% more likely to die prematurely before the age of 75 than women? On average, men also die nearly four years earlier than women, and they are disproportionately affected by a number of serious health conditions, including certain cancers, heart disease and type 2 diabetes….
It’s long been known that certain lifestyle and health factors increase the risk of heart disease — but a new study highlights that they could affect women more than men. Eight specific habits — diet, sleep, physical activity, smoking, body mass index, blood glucose, lipids and blood pressure — appear to have twice the impact…