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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 […]

Always on the lookout for clean eating tips, we asked four nutritionists how they take their coffee. Here’s a look at their orders, timing, caffeine capacities, and hacks for brewing coffee for wellness. For some people, coffee is the sweet nectar of the gods. For others, it can lead to acid reflux and digestive distress. […]

When you think of stress, certain connotations—like being burned out and overwhelmed—come to mind. While these are very real reactions to repeatedly handling stressful situations, some stress isn’t as negative as you might think. That’s where positive stress comes in. With the help of Clarity Health Solutions psychotherapist Sharron Frederick, LCSW, we’ll learn to distinguish […]

Separate fact from fiction when it comes to myths about intermittent fasting. If you’re practicing intermittent fasting—or considering practicing it—it’s important to get the right information. With the facts in hand, you’re more likely to fast properly. And when you fast properly, you’re more likely to experience the fat loss, stable energy, and reduced cravings […]

Carrie Gabriel, MS, RDN, outlines the best healthy foods for energy, equally divided amongst proteins, carbs, and fats. If we’re talking energy boosters, sure, a good night’s sleep plays an important role. But more often, the type and quantity of the food we eat significantly impact our energy levels. What foods give you energy? It […]

Keto expert and cookbook author Brian Stanton offers an easy-to-follow guide to keto for beginners. If you’re thinking about going keto—for weight loss, brain health, or any other reason—you may be a little overwhelmed with information. There’s so much advice on the keto diet. How do you sift through it all? And how do you […]

HUM Nutritionist Jessica Bippen, MS, RD, answers the pressing question: “How many cups of coffee per day are healthy?” If a morning without coffee leaves you feeling like a walking zombie, you’re not alone. The energy boost it provides makes coffee an essential part of most Americans’ morning routine. Once you’ve finished your first cup, […]

For those naysayers who feel that breathwork is too “woo woo,” it’s time to bring your thinking outside the box… or rather, in it. Box breathing is essentially controlled breathing in four easy steps of four counts each. (Hence, it’s square nomenclature.) This practice gained recent fame after Navy SEALs touted its many benefits during […]

Jessica Nelson, RDN, advises the best time to take supplements and other tips for optimal supplement efficacy. Simply put, the best time to take supplements depends on which ones you choose. Many vitamins work better if you take them at specific times of day, with certain foods, and/or when combined with other vitamins and minerals. […]

So long, summer Fridays and long weekends jetting from one beach to the next. Summer has come and gone, which means it’s time to jump right back into the swing of things. Now it’s all about designing your most productive schedule to finish the year on a high note. But how exactly does one switch […]

Love a solid morning workout but loathe taking the extra time to head back home before work? You’re not alone. Time is of the essence in the morning, and sometimes you have to prioritize. Do you want to wake up extra early to get to the gym and back home in time to shower, get […]

Although spirulina may be a new superfood for many, it actually dates back to the 9th century. Recently, it’s gained popularity as spirulina benefits come to light. Here’s a primer on spirulina nutrition facts, beauty and health benefits, plus easy recipes to incorporate this blue-green alga into your diet. Spirulina Nutrition Spirulina’s robust nutritional profile […]