This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. Life can get incredibly busy, and keeping up often hinges on having enough energy. But energy isn’t always in high supply, leaving many wondering […]

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. Zone 2 training is a type of cardio exercise where you use your heart rate as a guide to help you find the right […]

A hysterectomy can feel overwhelming for many women. Sure, it’s one of the most common procedures among women every year. But knowing that it’s widely performed doesn’t make the anticipation any less stressful, the surgery […]

With the holidays fast approaching, it’s never too early to start mapping out your Thanksgiving menu. And while turkey is the star of the show, side dishes are arguably just as (if not more) important. […]

According to the independent research and polling source KFF, one in eight Americans reported taking a GLP-1 receptor agonist drug in 2023. That number is likely even higher in 2024, with shortages making way for compounded GLP-1 […]

REM stands for rapid eye movement — a stage in the sleep cycle when your brain is almost as active as when you’re awake. Getting enough REM sleep is crucial, as it helps you store […]

Deep sleep refers to slow-wave sleep — a stage in the sleep cycle when brain waves slow down. Getting enough deep sleep is crucial for numerous bodily functions. But how to increase deep sleep isn’t always straightforward. Most adults […]

The short answer is yes, particularly during menopause. In fact, we can blame a lot on hormonal changes, from unexpected tears to hot flashes, drive fluctuations, and, you guessed it, hair loss and thinning. Estrogen, […]

What is TDEE, and how can it help you get fit or lose weight? TDEE stands for total daily energy expenditure. Think of it as your overall metabolism — or how many calories you burn […]

You may have heard about — or maybe even experienced — the short-term side effects of Ozempic® — such as nausea, vomiting, constipation, and diarrhea. But what about its long-term effects? Is Ozempic safe to use […]

Cozy cardio is a cute, catchy term, but does the social media fitness fad actually work? Things look promising. Ahead, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about the cozy cardio trend, why this […]

Sleep debt, also known as sleep deficit, sounds a little menacing. What is sleep debt, though? It doesn’t have anything to do with money loans or the economy. Sleep debt is basically another way of […]

Anxiety disorders — characterized by uneasiness, worry, and fear — can cause various symptoms that affect how you think and behave. This can include changes in appetite (aka your body’s internal desire to eat). Whether […]

Wegovy is a once-weekly injection approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat obesity in people 12 and over. But it’s not a miracle drug, so knowing what to eat on Wegovy […]

Semaglutide, the active ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy, is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist taken as a once-weekly injection. It’s administered with a tiny needle that punctures the top layer of your skin. Once […]

Ozempic has fast become a household name. In addition to helping people with diabetes manage their blood sugar levels, this GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonist) medication helps reduce appetite and curb food cravings. This leaves many […]

If you’re trying to get back into working out again — good for you! There’s nothing quite so empowering as starting to get back into shape. A new workout routine can give you a massive […]

Does testosterone make men gain weight? Nope, it doesn’t! In fact, the opposite is true: High testosterone levels seem to help stave off weight gain in men. One study found that lower percentages of body fat and […]

Maintaining a healthy weight is good for your body and can also help with self-esteem. If you’ve been trying to lose weight, it’s natural to want to see results quickly (what’s more motivating than seeing […]

Your body changes as you age and your exercise routine should change with it. Exercise recommendations do differ by age, but they always include a combination of cardio, strength training, and flexibility or balance training. When it […]

Few things are more precious than a good night’s sleep, but did you know that regularly oversleeping can actually do more harm than good? Oversleeping, also known as hypersomnia, is when you sleep more than […]