Diet & Nutrition focuses on healthy eating habits, meal planning, and the benefits of various nutrients, providing tips for maintaining a balanced diet and improving overall health.

The number of calories burned doing jumping jacks depends on how long and how vigorously you perform them, along with individual factors that influence your metabolic rate. Though jumping jacks may appear simple, they deliver meaningful benefits, such as improving cardiovascular health and toning muscles. They’re a plyometric, whole-body exercise suitable for any consistent workout […]

Vodka is very low in calories and contains no carbohydrates. It’s also gluten-free. A single shot generally contains under 100 calories. If you’re tracking calories or following a low-calorie eating plan and still want to drink alcohol, vodka can be a relatively low-calorie option. It also has 0 grams (g) of carbs, which makes distilled […]

Boosting your protein consumption and adding resistance training to your schedule can assist in reducing body fat while increasing muscle tissue. (img by Spren) Body composition describes the proportion of fat versus fat-free components (muscle, bone, and water) present in your body. Assessing body composition provides a clearer picture of health than screening tools that […]

Although an unopened bottle of wine generally lasts longer than one already opened, it can still spoil. Unopened wine may be safe to drink past the date stamped on the bottle if it still smells and tastes normal. If you’ve ever questioned whether an old or leftover bottle of wine is still drinkable, you’re in […]

Brewer’s yeast is an ingredient employed in brewing beer and baking bread. It is derived from Saccharomyces cerevisiae, a single-celled fungus. Brewer’s yeast has a distinctly bitter flavor. (img by Nature) It’s also taken as a dietary supplement. Brewer’s yeast is a notable source of chromium, which may assist the body in maintaining normal blood […]

Saffron is a seasoning derived from the blossoms of the crocus sativus Linné. These crocus plants are native to the Middle East and certain regions of Europe, with Iran, India, and Greece among the primary growers. (img by News-Medical.Net) The crocus blooms for roughly three to four weeks in October and November. Each bloom bears […]

A warm cup of tea can calm you and help you unwind — something many pregnant people appreciate. But have you ever wondered what’s actually in that cup? Some expectant parents turn to nettle tea to ease pregnancy-related discomforts. Could it be a good choice for you? Before you steep a mug, weigh the benefits […]

Because there’s limited research on weight changes related to IUDs, it’s hard to say definitively how your weight may respond after an IUD is taken out. More investigation is needed to clarify whether removal leads to weight loss or gain. An intrauterine device (IUD) is placed inside the uterus to prevent pregnancy for roughly 3 […]

You may have heard that you should avoid chewing on the side of a dental filling for at least 24 hours after a cavity is repaired. Still, your dentist will provide tailored guidance on when and what you can eat following the filling procedure. The required wait time can depend on the type of filling […]

Pee is a pretty handy measurement tool for health Because hydration influences many bodily processes — from brain function to sexual performance — it’s worth keeping an eye on the shade of your urine. The good part is you don’t need to collect a sample. You can judge the color simply by glancing into the […]