5 ways to rethink what a 'balanced diet' means

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September 16, 2024

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Nutrition Corner

Best Foods for Thyroid Health: The thyroid gland is the only organ in our body that produces thyroid hormone, which is key in maintaining the normal functioning of all our body’s organs – from our heart beating to passing bowel movements.

5 ways to rethink what a 'balanced diet' means: Finding balance in your diet also is more than just adding up numbers, said Dr. Shilpa Bhupathiraju, an assistant professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School in Boston. "If I tell you, 'You should eat so many milligrams of a certain nutrient,' you'll be like, 'Well, what does that mean?'" Even for an experienced nutritionist like her, that's tough to envision.

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Baked Omelet Recipe:Tailor your omelette to suit your taste. Whether you want a traditional French omelette or Japanese style, we have these omelette recipes ready. It’s a classic breakfast that’s easy to prepare and garnish with your favorite flavors.

Lifestyle & Fitness Focus

The overhead press is a key exercise that targets the deltoids, triceps, upper pecs, and core. It’s essential for enhancing upper body strength, muscle size, and coordination. Here’s a quick guide to mastering it:

  1. Grip & Position: Place your hands shoulder-width apart on the barbell and start with it resting on your shoulders.

  2. Stance: Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, core tight, and back straight.

  3. Lift: Press the bar straight up while slightly moving your head back. Fully extend your arms overhead.

  4. Return: Lower the bar back to your shoulders in a controlled manner.

Benefits:

  • Increases shoulder strength and stability.

  • Develops upper body and core strength.

  • Boosts metabolism by engaging large muscle groups.

  • Improves posture, balance, and functional fitness for daily activities.

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