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When is the best time to exercise? Morning, noon, night? Here, leading fitness instructors clue us in. Your dad wakes up at the crack of dawn to start his day with yoga. Your best friend books a pre-work cycling sesh to get her juices flowing. Your mom prefers afternoon strolls. Your sister lives for late-night […]

The next time somebody tells you to take a hike, you should take them literally. After all, the benefits of hiking include—but go beyond—getting a good workout and fresh air. You can think of hiking as an all-encompassing self-care practice. It not only promotes physical fitness and longevity, but also improves mental health—so much so […]

Learn what triple board-certified allergist and immunologist Dr. Payel Gupta eats on a typical day to boost her immune system. While no one ever wants to get sick, it’s especially top of mind for immunologists. After all, their very work centers upon the idea that there are ways to strengthen defenses, treat symptoms, and prevent everything […]

We asked four doctors how they boost their immunity on a daily basis. Here’s what they shared. As Dr. Rachel Eva Dew points out, the immune system is the body’s natural defense system. “The body is designed to fight off [antigens] and heal itself,” she says. However, it’s only able to do so when it’s […]

Searching for the best supplement for immunity? Our Boost Sweet Boost™ immunity gummies have you covered. Maryam Tantawy, our Director of Product Marketing and Innovation, and HUM Nutritionist Gaby Vaca-Flores, RDN, share the ins and outs of our gummies for immune support. What Is Boost Sweet Boost? Formulated with vitamin C, zinc and elderberry, Boost […]

Gaby Vaca-Flores, RDN, CLE, answers a common question: How does the immune system work? You hear about boosting the immune system all the time, but what does that actually mean? There are many things that influence the immune system’s ability to function properly. So to best answer if you can really boost your immune system, […]

Chelsey Amer, MS, RDN, CDN, shares seven surprising reasons why your pee may smell bad. So you’re on the toilet and notice a funky odor to your pee. The first thing that comes to mind might be: Did I eat asparagus? Yet as pungent as “asparagus pee” can be, eating this veggie regularly isn’t the […]

Battling bloat? Chelsey Amer, MS, RDN, CDN, shares the top 10 foods that help with bloating. If you occasionally experience that *must unbutton your pants ASAP* feeling, you’re not alone! Bloating is a common complaint with various causes. Here’s a simple guide to the main causes of bloating, followed by the best foods that reduce […]

Does hypnosis really work for weight loss? Shavonne Morrison, MS, RD, LD, investigates. Our minds have more power than we realize. Some people believe that through certain practices, we may be able to persuade our minds in a way that physically affects our bodies. One of these practices is hypnosis. In this article, we’ll explore […]

What causes period pain? Learn more about period pain symptoms and how to alleviate them. For some, period pain is a mild experience every month. But for others, its intensity can mount to unpleasant extremes. Let’s explore common menstrual symptoms—followed by what helps period pain— so you can gain better control over your body and […]

Think something’s up with your hormones? Learn how to identify symptoms of hormonal imbalance and understand their causes. The word “hormones” may elicit memories of high school health class, in which a visibly uncomfortable teacher cringed through a lesson about puberty while fellow students tried—and usually failed—to keep straight faces. Whether your teacher was less […]

Miriam Jacobson, MS, RD, CNS, shares five foods that are good for liver health and detoxification. When it comes to organs, your liver might not be as top-of-mind as your heart, or even your stomach, but it’s still a vital organ—and it does a lot more than you think. The liver is a major detoxification […]