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Fad diets come and go—and most often, it’s for the best. (We’re looking at you, Master Cleanse!) But thankfully, there’s been a recent influx of popular diets that focus on nutrition—rather than restriction—for weight loss. One of the newest on the scene is the satiating diet. Stave off hanger while still eating some of my […]

Can exposure to chemicals outweigh the benefits of sunscreen? Sunscreen has one main purpose: to protect your skin from harmful UV rays. Hopefully, we’ve all made a habit to use it. (Yes, even year round!) And most likely, we aim to buy the best—and sometimes priciest—formula for our skin. But if you haven’t heard, not […]

Yoga curious but don’t know where to start? Or maybe you’ve been hitting up the same old style for a while and want to switch things up. Here’s a refresher on nine totally different types of yoga and what they each can offer you. 1. Vinyasa Yoga This is the most common type of yoga […]

You know your vinyasa class is about to get a bit sweatier when the instructor throws the option to chaturanga into upward facing dog after flowing through a couple of baby cobras. Want to give chaturanga a try during class? Go for the challenge. But the tricky part is knowing how to chaturanga correctly and […]

Beginning a yoga practice may seem awkward and intimidating at first. But don’t stress; good studios and instructors take care to foster a warm, welcoming environment. You can also do your part to get in sync with yoga culture. Whether you’re new to yoga or need a refresher on studio etiquette, here are some tips […]

As a dietitian and personal trainer, I get asked this hopeful question a lot. Unfortunately, it doesn’t really work that way. In fact, fat distribution is very dependent on genetics, among some other variables. Things like age, hormones, medications, smoking, and stress can all affect where you gain weight in your body. Still, the myth […]

Wondering what to eat before a workout? Jessica Nelson, RDN, CPT, writes the ultimate workout nutrition guide—including what to eat before and after a workout. If you want to get the most out of your workout, what you eat beforehand can make a serious difference. Fueling your body properly before exercise can help you extend […]

For your gut, of course! We all know that eating an abundance of plant foods is ideal for a healthy diet. But how do you measure that abundance? In volume or variety? In fact, one of the biggest takeaways from the world’s largest microbiome study is that eating more than 30 different plants per week […]

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There’s plenty of debate about the best diets to lose weight. Keto? Whole30? Intermittent fasting? But, in fact, experts say it’s much simpler than subscribing to any of these strict protocols. Here are four registered dietitian nutritionists sharing their best diet advice to lose weight. Know Your Why “To help clients lose weight, I take […]

Lagree Fitness classes are on the rise. Try one and you’ll see why. They offer an incredible low-resistant, full-body workout. Even celebrities swear by the results. But let’s be real: Those machines are downright scary. And what’s with the little nubby socks you have to wear? We ask all of our beginner questions to Lisa […]