That jiggle in your tummy may be doing more harm than you know. Extra belly fat is a sign that you have dangerous visceral fat packed between your abdominal organs. Far scarier than subcutaneous fat, which sits just below the skin, visceral fat contributes to deadly diseases. According to Harvard Medical School, fat cells don’t … Continue reading
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Cracking the Shell: Does Coconut Water Live Up to the Hype?
Madonna’s touting it, fitness buffs are downing it and manufacturers claim that coconut water is the best sports drink on the planet. But is it really better than Gatorade, or even plain old water? First of all, let’s look at where it comes from. Unlike coconut milk, which is made by pureeing coconut with plain … Continue reading
Interval Training: The Best Exercise Routine?
The latest research shows that less really could really be more when it comes to exercise. Shorter workouts with brief spurts of heavy activity just might be the best way to boost metabolism, promote heart health and repel diabetes. So when it comes to overall fitness and weight loss, the most effective exercise routine could … Continue reading