I’d always been lucky enough to have a relatively flat stomach. Then, when I turned 33, it happened—the dreaded pooch appeared. And I’m not alone: In a Health.com poll, 83 percent of you said your tummy is your number-one body complaint. Read More
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Conquer Your Stomach Pooch
March 20, 2008
Conquer Your Stomach Pooch: Should You Get a Tummy Tuck?
March 20, 2008
The tummy tuck. Not only is it how Hollywood moms get their flat midsections back, but it’s an increasingly popular option for regular women (the number of procedures performed is up 407 percent since 1997). Wonder if you’d benefit from this surgery that involves removing excess fat and skin, and tightening the fascia (the deep layer of connective tissue that covers muscles)? Read More
Conquer Your Stomach Pooch: The Best Stretch for Flat Abs
March 20, 2008
Noticed how many celebs with great bodies say they do yoga and Pilates? They may be on to something. An Auburn University at Montgomery study found that key Pilates moves challenge abdominal muscles to a substantially greater degree than crunches do. Read More
The Best (and Worst!) New Diet Books
March 20, 2008
Ready to start your New Year diet? Don’t get caught up in the hype. Health magazine looked at this year’s hottest new diet books and compiled this tip sheet for you. Read More
A New Sip for Healthy Joints
March 20, 2008
Stiff joints? You’ve probably heard about glucosamine’s ability to help ease this annoying symptom. But now you don’t have to swallow a huge pill to get a daily dose. A new beverage called Elations ($1.49, 8-ounces; www.elations.com) promises healthier joints with its formula of glucosamine, calcium, and vitamin C. And, there’s no medicinal taste either (though it is a little on the sweet side). If you have mild to moderate joint pain, Elations could be worth a try.
Smaller Produce, Bigger Benefits
March 20, 2008
The next time you’re in the produce aisle, try thinking small. The larger your produce, the fewer nutrients it packs per ounce, according to the Organic Center, a nonprofit research organization. Their new report examined several recent studies and revealed some interesting findings. For instance, they found that the more a tomato weighs, the lower its concentration of the antioxidant lycopene—even if it’s organic. Researchers believe that high-yield farming, which often focuses on the quantity of crops, rather than their quality, may be to blame. Bottom line: Fill your cart with petite fruits and vegetables.
Cranberries Fight Ovarian Cancer
March 20, 2008
You already turn to cranberries to ward off urinary-tract infections, but these tart berries might help fight a far scarier illness: ovarian cancer. According to a new Rutgers University study, cranberries may significantly boost the effectiveness of cancer drugs. What’s more, these powerful berries may even stop the growth and spread of some cancer cells. If you or a loved one is battling ovarian cancer, the researchers say the berries or a few glasses of cranberry juice a day (make sure it has at least 27 percent juice) might be a good idea.
Cheese Made From Beans?
March 20, 2008
Yes, you read that right. According to a recent study, scientists have developed a new low-fat cheese that is a healthier alternative to the regular high-fat version. The new cheese is made from something called vetch, a lentil-like legume grown in Pakistan, which is blended with powdered cow’s milk to create a higher-protein cheese. The resulting product is a heart-healthy cheese that tastes like full-fat mozzarella. There’s no word yet on when it will make its way to your favorite neighborhood pizza place. In the meantime, you can top your dishes with tasty low-fat cheeses, like those from Cabot and Weight Watchers instead.
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