15 Summer Superfoods for Absolutely Gorgeous, Glowing Skin

Load your meals with these delicious superfoods,
and you’ll have a beautiful complexion all summer long.

10 Easy Ways to Stay Healthy This Summer (That Don’t Ruin All the Fun)

Summer is that magical time of year
where hours of day-drinking, sunbathing, and barbecue-feasting leave us feeling both giddy and kind of gross. And as easy as it might be, we really shouldn’t ignore our health this time of year. Warm weather means extra exposure to the sun’s UV rays, plus hotter temps that can make us feel bloated and dehydrated. Then there’s the whole wanting to look good in a swimsuit thing. (We say you look great, but you do you.)

6 Ways to Get Fit for Summer

Spring is in full swing and those pounds you put on over the winter
don’t match anything you have in your swimsuit collection. It’s not too late to get lean before pool season begins, and spring is the perfect time to begin changing your habits to meet a healthier lifestyle.

8 ways to spring clean your health routine

Use the change in season as your cue to make these mental and physical shifts.
Longer days, warmer weather and fresh starts are the hallmarks of spring. It inspires many to bust open closets and cabinets to bring new life to neglected areas at home — which is a smart move. Decluttering can work wonders for your mental clarity and focus. We all know how cathartic it is watching those bags of junk leave the house after giving a room a thorough clean out.

The Secrets to a Super-Happy Winter

Freezing temps?
Check. Gray skies? Check. Crabby mood? Check again. But not for long! It may be gloomy outside, but your outlook doesn’t have to be.

“There are simple things you can do to stay positive,” says Sonja Lyubomirsky, PhD, a professor of psychology at the University of California, Riverside, and author of The How of Happiness. “It’s important to keep your mood up because it can help you avoid everything from gaining extra pounds to feeling lethargic.” Try these techniques to stay sunny all winter long—no trip to the Bahamas required!

How to Achieve Your Healthy New Year’s Resolutions in 4 Steps

1.Set precise goals
Resolutions are your goals for the next year, so you should go about them the same way you go about developing business goals. This means you need to make concrete achievable resolutions.

19 FALL BUCKET LIST ACTIVITIES THAT ARE ACTUALLY HEALTHY

As summertime comes to an end, we’re looking forward to crisp outdoor runs, feeling cozy in fleece and flannel, and roasting s’mores over the fire. But while it can be easy to get caught up in the gooey chocolate-marshmallow goodness of one of our favorite cool weather treats, there’s a lot more autumn-themed fun you can have that actually boosts your health too.

How to Recover from a Thanksgiving Eating Binge—the Right Way

Don’t panic when you see grandma’s marshmallow sweet potato casserole or that to-die-for pumpkin pie. Fitness and nutrition experts dish on how you can get back on track after you’ve had one too many portions of well, just about everything during Thanksgiving.

10 Tips to Fall Into Fitness

The beginning of fall is like January 1. People make resolutions. Summer is over, and it’s easy to get motivated to get into a routine and take your fitness to the next level. Here’s a list of the 10 workout and nutrition guidelines to ensure you fall into fitness and reach your goals.

Laughter Truly is the Best Medicine

True stories and jokes about health and the people who make it happen.
Scene: The operating room. I’m reviewing the surgical checklist with the nurses.
Me: We have the surgical equipment, the heart-lung machine, antibiotics, and the replacement heart valve on hand.

How to Stay Cool in Sweltering Summer Heat

The grass is always greener on the other side, and that’s especially true when it comes to seasons.

8 Beauty Tips That Will Also Improve Your Health

Treat yourself right, from the inside out. Here are eight beauty habits that will also boost your health.

11 THINGS HEALTHY PEOPLE DO BEFORE 10 A.M.

Early birds get the worm. You know how the old adage, but do you know how to put it into practice? Here, experts share what healthy people do before 10 a.m… every single day.

WHY SUNLIGHT IS ACTUALLY GOOD FOR YOU

For decades, we have been shying away from the sun, given its ties to skin cancer and premature aging. But a growing body of scientific research suggests that completely shunning sunlight isn’t such a good idea. Here is why you should soak up some sunshine every day:

WINTER-PROOF YOUR WORKOUT

Hibernating isn’t going to burn you any calories. Winter-proof your workout and your waistline with our seasonal survival guide.
Winter Woe: Your body’s chemical switch has flipped to storing more fat.
Fix-it trick: Get your motor running. When University of Colorado researchers studied a group of 12 women and six men in both summer and winter, they discovered that their production of ATLPL, a chemical that promotes fat storage, almost doubled during the winter and dropped during the summer. But you’re not doomed to don fat pants all season, scientists say. Exercise may increase SMLPL, the muscle enzyme that promotes the burning of fat, to offset the pudge-promoting effects of ATLPL. “We found that people who are normally physically active are more protected from weight gain,” says study author Robert E. Eckel, MD. Get in at least 30 minutes of exercise on most days, whether it’s Spinning, snowshoeing, or building a snowman.

20 Resolutions Diet Experts Want You to Make

Reasonable, purposeful suggestions from nutrition experts that will make a huge impact on your health.
Every New Year’s Eve as the ball drops, you tell yourself that this will be the year you’re finally going to shed those pounds. While we give you major props for wanting to lose weight and make a healthy change in your life, the only issue is that resolutions—more often than not—don’t work.

9 Stay-Healthy Tips for the Holidays

Keep the focus on fun, not food
Most holidays are associated with certain foods. Christmas at your house might not be the same without your aunt’s green been casserole, but that doesn’t mean food has to be the main focus. Instead, throw yourself into the other rituals a holiday brings, whether it’s caroling or tree trimming.

How To Build A Healthier Thanksgiving Plate

Experts estimate the average American can consume thousands of calories at Thanksgiving dinner. Here’s how to approach the holiday like a nutrition pro.

THE AUTUMN FOODS THAT WILL IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH

As the seasons change so do our tastes in food. Even the healthiest eater will feel less tempted by a salad at this time of year.

But just because we crave different dishes as the weather turns colder does not mean they have to be unhealthy.

In fact much of the produce traditionally harvested at this time of year is incredibly good for our health. Did you know, for example, that pumpkins and squashes can protect against cancer and mushrooms can ward off colds, flu, heart attacks and strokes?

Quiz: How safe is your food?

Most food-related illnesses are due to careless food preparation at home. Test yourself with our quiz’and take your family’s food safety into your own hands

Summer Travelers: Are Your Immunizations Current?

Nothing spoils a trip faster than getting sick. And a good way to protect yourself is by getting certain vaccinations before you leave home.

WHAT’S YOUR UV IQ?

The skin is the body’s largest organ. It protects against heat, sunlight, injury, and infection.Yet, some of us don’t consider the necessity of protecting our skin

HOW TO LOSE BELLY FAT

The secret to losing fat is actually no secret at all. What it comes down to is this: Clean, balanced eating, consistent workouts and regular, restorative sleep.

NATIONAL PHYSICAL FITNESS AND SPORTS MONTH

May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, designated in 1983 by the President’s Council on Fitness to promote healthy lifestyles

HOME REMEDIES FOR ALLERGIES: WHAT WORKS?

From Neti pots to spicy food, natural ways to ease congestion and fight allergy symptoms.

30 SIMPLE HEALTH TIPS TO TRY EACH DAY OF MARCH

Unlike “National Pancake Month” or “National Whipped Cream Month,” National Nutrition Month is a yearly occasion that you can and should celebrate for 30 days straight.

February is National Heart Month: How Healthy is Yours?

Aside from celebrating it by giving your loved one heart-shaped chocolates, what are you doing to protect your ticker?

10 Great Tips for Keeping Your Resolutions This Year

The start of a new year is the perfect time to turn a new page, which is probably why so many people create New Year’s Resolutions.

10 Ways to Stay Healthy During the Holidays

Whether you’re at the mall, at a party, or on a train or plane, you can stop yourself from getting sick and out of shape. Learn the easy ways to stay well all season long.

7 Money-Saving, Stress-Less Holiday Shopping Tips

Shopping Survival Tricks

The leftover turkey is wrapped up and stowed in your refrigerator, the Thanksgiving pies have been devoured, and you’re ready for a long vacation.