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Turkey Wing Fat, Better Sleep, and #1 Spice To Lower Cholesterol
Cut Back on These 11 Foods and Take Control of Your Health
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Nutrition Corner
20 Healthy Sandwiches to Pack for Work and School: Sandwiches are the ultimate comfort food
Consumers are Hungry for Personalized Nutrition: Consumers are hungry for healthy foods.
Recipe for The Day
Black Bean Breakfast Burrito: The eggs and black beans are both great sources of protein which help you stay fuller for longer.
Lifestyle & Fitness Focus
Health benefits of coriander: Spice up your health with this nutritional powerhouse in soups, salads, and salsa
Protects your cells: Coriander is rich in antioxidants, like quercetin and terpenoids, which help combat free radicals. They protect your cells from oxidative stress. These antioxidants have also been linked to a reduced risk of chronic diseases.
Gut-feeling happy: Coriander's essential oils can stimulate digestive enzymes, easing indigestion and bloating. Moreover, its antimicrobial properties can help maintain a healthy gut microbiome, reducing the risk of gastrointestinal issues.
Fight inflammation: Coriander contains anti-inflammatory properties that aid in reducing inflammation associated with conditions like arthritis. It can be a natural way to lessen the pain and improve joint mobility.
Control your cholesterol: High cholesterol levels are harmful for heart health. Coriander has been found to help lower LDL (bad) cholesterol levels, thus supporting cardiovascular health.
‘It’s a very powerful tool’: Roshni Chopra shares 3 steps to journal every morning
Start by writing five things you are grateful for.
Write down three things you want in the present tense as they have already happened.
Write about good feelings and thoughts and watch the miracles unfold. Focus more on the good feelings and creating that vibration for yourself as it acts as a magnet for magic the rest of the day.
How to Get Better Sleep In Just 3 Simple Steps
Stay Consistent: Consistency in your lifestyle across the board will help your body know what to expect — including when to wind down and turn in. A regular schedule is especially important in terms of wake-up time.
Schedule Time For Stress-Relieving Activities: About 75 percent of his patients who have been diagnosed with insomnia have anxiety, which really fuels their lack of sleep. On a biological level, anxiety increases heart rate, blood pressure, and cognition; three things you certainly don’t want to increase either before bed or while you are trying to fall asleep. Overscheduling, trying to "have it all," as well as amplified stress for whatever reason, can affect our arousal threshold.
Fuel Wisely: An excess of fatty and spicy foods — and calories in general — can keep you up at night, the National Sleep Foundation says. On the flip side, foods and drinks that deliver a dose of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, melatonin, and tryptophan tend to promote better sleep.
4 Best At-Home Workouts to Strip Away 'Turkey Wing' Fat
Pushup Variations: Pushups are a classic and highly effective exercise for toning and strengthening the entire upper body, including the arms. The varied hand positions engage different muscle groups, making it an excellent choice for targeting turkey wing fat.
Arm Circles: Arm circles are a deceptively simple yet highly effective exercise for toning the shoulders, biceps, and triceps. This workout engages the arm muscles throughout the entire range of motion, helping to reduce fat and build strength.
Dumbbell Bicep Curls: Dumbbell bicep curls are a staple in arm workouts, focusing on sculpting the biceps and reducing excess fat. This exercise requires minimal equipment, making it perfect for at-home workouts.
Tricep Dips: Tricep dips are an excellent exercise for targeting the back of the arms, specifically the triceps. This bodyweight exercise can be done using a sturdy chair or bench.
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