Nutrition Corner

Eating kimchi every day could help stave off weight gain, new study says: Cabbage and radish kimchi, a popular fermented vegetable dish, in particular were effective in reducing the risk of obesity and abdominal obesity in both men and women.

Finasteride Hair Loss Drug May Also Help Lower Cholesterol: A new study has found that finasteride may be able to reduce cholesterol levels.

Recipe for The Day

Peanutty Dumpling Salad: Bulk up a nutty salad with frozen dumplings, a supermarket shortcut all-star.

Lifestyle & Fitness Focus

4 Fermented Foods for a Healthy Gut

• Yogurt: Yogurt is made by fermenting milk. Yogurt labeled with the "Live & Active Cultures" seal guarantees 100 million probiotic cultures per gram (about 17 billion cultures in a 6-ounce cup) at manufacturing time.

• Tempeh: Tempeh is made from naturally fermented soybeans. It's similar to tofu in that it's a plant-based protein made from soy, but unlike tofu, tempeh is fermented. It also has a firmer texture and a slightly nuttier flavor profile. Because it contains all the essential amino acids, it's a complete source of vegetarian protein.

• Miso: A fermented paste made from barley, rice or soybeans, miso adds a nice umami flavor to dishes. It's a bold taste, so a little goes a long way (which is good because it's also high in sodium).

• Kombucha: Kombucha is a tangy, effervescent, fermented tea that's rich in good-for-you yeast and bacteria. The drink is often flavored with herbs or fruit.

3 Ways to Cook Eggs That May Be New to You

• Sunny Side Up: Want to make it even easier on yourself? Don’t even bother flipping and the result is a sunny-side-up egg. Slide one over a grain bowl and you’ll have an instant sauce when you cut into it.

• Poached: Poached eggs are not something so fussy that they need to be reserved for expensive restaurant brunches. It’s easier than you think to achieve perfect poached eggs at home, thanks to a few tricks like adding a splash of vinegar to the poaching water to help the whites set. Relish this luxurious egg by serving it simply on good toast or by making your own eggs Benedict.

• En Cocotte: This hands-off method is très French — and très simple. Crack an egg into a buttered ramekin or other small oven-proof dish and bake until just set. Drizzling a little heavy cream onto the egg before baking makes it extra special and almost pudding-like.

3 Best Journaling Apps for Self-Reflection

• Reflectly: On top of encouraging a regular practice by motivating you to look inward, Reflectly uses positive psychology, mindfulness, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to teach you how to reduce stress, cultivate gratitude, and generally gain perspective in life. It also doubles as a mood tracker, thanks to AI-generated prompts and questions that are curated and personalized for you based on your past responses.

• Diaro: You can use this multiplatform digital journal across your devices, whether you want to tap out entries on your phone, tablet, or laptop. It’s beginner-friendly, with lots of easy-to-use features including the ability to attach photos or videos to your notes, personalize the theme and color scheme of your journal, and even organize your thoughts (by folder, tag, or location).

• DailyBean: One of the most straightforward options in this roundup, DailyBean is a user-friendly journaling app that encourages you to log your mood with whichever colorful bean best represents how you’re feeling. You can also jot down why you’re in a great mood, say, or what exactly you’re stressed about.

4 Exercises for Lower Back Pain

• Supine Bridge: Lie on your back with your arms on the floor at your sides, your legs bent at the knees and your feet flat on the floor. Tighten your abdomen and glutes and slowly lift your hips off the floor while keeping your back straight. Then, slowly lower your butt and hips back down to the floor. Do 10 repetitions.

• Bird Dog: Get down on all fours, with your hands on the floor directly under both shoulders and your knees directly under your hips. Keep your head in line with your spine and lift your right arm forward and your left leg straight behind you until they are both parallel to the floor. Pause, then return to the starting position. Repeat with the left arm and the right leg. Be sure to keep your abdominal muscles tight, your back flat and your hips level throughout the exercise. Do 10 repetitions on each side.

• Cat-Camel: Start on all fours, with your hands on the floor directly under your shoulders and your knees directly under your hips. Tuck your chin toward your chest and slowly round your back up toward the ceiling; pause for a couple of seconds, then slowly draw your shoulders away from your ears, relax your back and arch it slightly while gazing ahead of you. Return to the starting position. Do 10 repetitions.

• Child’s Pose: While you’re still on your hands and knees, push your butt back onto your heels, with your knees apart. Lower your upper body between your knees, stretch your arms along the floor above your head and place your forehead on or near the floor. Hold this position for 20 to 30 seconds. 

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