As the famous saying goes, “Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.” But what makes the morning meal so special? The energy our bodies use to function throughout the day is given to us through food. When you first wake up, your body is very low on energy because you haven’t eaten in several hours. In order to start filling those depleted energy levels, you need to brea ...

Whole grains have become a hot topic in recent years due to their health benefits. In fact, a recent nutrition guide released by the USDA recommends that at least half of the grains you consume are whole grains. What does the term whole grain mean, and what exactly are whole grain foods? A grain is a whole grain if it contains the three key parts of a seed: the bran, germ and e ...

What does it mean to pay it forward? Paying it forward is similar to performing random acts of kindness. It is doing something for another person out of the kindness of your heart, with no motive other than to help them out. Doing these acts is a way to connect with others, even if the connection is with a stranger for five minutes. Plus, when you pay it forward, it makes the p ...

The push-up is arguably one of the best bodyweight exercises for building strength and muscle in your chest and arms. While push-ups are a tried-and-true exercise, some may find them challenging. Others may want to take theirs to the next level. Below, we’ve listed five push-up variations in order from easiest to most difficult. Utilize them to challenge yourself and improve yo ...

Moving more throughout the day is a guaranteed way to improve your health. Researchers say that the more non-exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT) you do throughout the day, the healthier you become and the more calories you burn. So, what is NEAT? NEAT is any movement you do that is not part of a planned workout routine. NEAT helps to prevents chronic diseases and improves yo ...