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Whether you’re trying to lose weight, improve your skin, or have more energy, working one-on-one with a dietitian is a wonderful way to support your health goals. But as not everyone has had the chance to visit one, it appears that the general population has many looming questions about dietitians and their credentials.  To explain […]

I’ve read my fair share of diet books. But never have I read anything as thorough in its research and encouraging in its messaging than How Not to Diet by Dr. Michael Greger, MD, FACLM. “Diets don’t work by definition,” he explains, simply. “Going on a diet implies that, at some point, you will go […]

At HUM HQ, it’s our job to stay on top of the latest lifestyle and wellness trends. Fitness, of course, is no exception. Streaming workout classes are all the rage these days, and P.volve is one of the leaders of the pack. P.volve is a resistance-based, high-intensity, low-impact fitness method that strengthens and sculpts the […]

Which sweeteners are best to use and what to avoid? Here to give you the definitive guide to the best and worst sweeteners for your health is former HUM Nutritionist Jessica Bippen, MS, RD. From maple syrup, to dates, and stevia, we break down the best. Plus, the worst in sweeteners including the artificial kind. […]

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. […]

I tried the 30-day Lagree challenge, and this is what happened. If you’re lucky enough to have a Lagree studio near you, stop what you’re doing and book a class ASAP. I promise you won’t regret it. The double-tap worthy fitness technique is a high-intensity, low-impact full-body workout that centers around spring resistance and ultra-slow […]

What happens when you avoid added sugars for thirty days? Honestly, much more than we expected. Here were our physical results from our no sugar challenge along with five lessons. Why we tried the no sugar challenge I’ll admit it. I’m a total sugar addict. In my normal diet, I like to have a dessert […]

No gym? No problem. As a certified personal trainer, I assure you you can get a great at-home full-body workout using just your body weight and a few pieces of equipment. This workout will take you less than 30 minutes to complete and is my own go-to for an at-home full-body workout when I’m short […]

If you’ve ever dabbled with dieting, then you probably know that dinner should be the smallest meal of the day. It may seem like a crock given just how common 9 p.m. dinners can be—not to mention the familiar pangs of late-night cravings. However, there’s actually science to back up this advice. Keep reading to […]

If you follow celebrities or wellness influencers on Instagram, you’ve likely come across the trend of lymphatic drainage massage. If not, let me get you up to speed. To really break things down, I’ve enlisted the help of chiropractic and alternative medicine specialist Jonathan Leary, DC, of Remedy Place in LA. Here’s what your appointment […]

Can snacking be part of a healthy diet? Thankfully, yes. It is possible to lose weight and not give up snacks. Eating a snack helps curb hunger so that you won’t inhale your next meal. Keep in mind, however, that snacking all day can result in overeating if you’re not paying attention. Looking for healthy […]

Kayla Itsines’s Bikini Body Guide (BBG for short) is a 12-week long workout program that’s notorious for delivering dramatic results. It also has a reputation for being crazy hard with many people tapping out after only a few weeks. Each week consists of three strength-training circuit workouts and three days of cardio. In addition to […]