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Does lemon water help you lose weight? How about help you de-bloat, optimize digestion, and more? Dietitians debunk one of the internet’s favorite health fads—and explain why lemon water isn’t exactly the magic elixir people make it out to be. Health fads come and go, but drinking lemon water for weight loss is one that […]

The 80/20 diet is a balanced approach to eating that lets you still enjoy the foods you love. Gaby Vaca-Flores, RDN, HUM’s educational specialist, provides tips for applying the 80/20 diet rule. If your goal is to lose weight, you might be tempted to start dieting. Maybe you’ve started (and quit) a restrictive diet for weight […]

Whether you’re just starting your fitness journey or you’re looking to take it to the next level, workout challenges are a great place to start. Here’s everything you need to know about these programs, according to experts. So you want to be more active, but you’re not sure where to start. Going to the gym […]

Struggling with menopause weight gain? In this article, we break down what’s actually happening and how to handle it. Plus, the best supplements to support your symptoms and weight management. Depending on whether you’re in perimenopause, have reached menopause, or are post-menopausal, you could be experiencing any combination of symptoms: vacillating between chills and night […]

Change feels good. Whether it’s refreshing your hairstyle or color, pulling your cold-weather knits out of storage, or getting a pump of flavor in your morning latte, change keeps life interesting.  The same holds true for your workout routine. It’s amazing how simple tweaks like varying your running route or trying a new class can […]

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 […]

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 […]

Gaby Vaca-Flores, RD, CLE, explains why we need protein and how it’s so important for overall health. Plus: How much protein do you need daily? Everyone needs protein in their diets, primarily because it’s an essential nutrient. This means that the body relies on a regular supply of it from dietary sources to meet its […]

We recruited real people to try out HUM’s supplement to reduce cravings and boost metabolism. Here are their Counter Cravings™ reviews and results after 60 days. Cravings: They happen to the best of us. But instead of allowing unhealthy eating habits to get in the way of our wellness goals, we came up with a […]

Everybody’s got to eat, and it’s no surprise that chewing is an essential part of that process. With that in mind, how many times are you supposed to chew your food? Also, should you always strive for a specific number? Below, we look into the science of chewing as it relates to your health, as […]

Ranging from supercharged calorie burn to offsetting memory loss, the health benefits of strength training go way beyond flexing bigger biceps and posing for poolside pics. To get the lowdown on all things strength training, we chatted with Chris Tye-Walker, CSCS, a Master Trainer, fitness host, and the West Coast Head Trainer for Barry’s Bootcamp. […]