'Tis the season for lots of sweet treats. The good news: Enjoying seasonal desserts and maintaining a healthy diet don't have to be mutually exclusive. Try these creative recipes for cookies, brownies and fruit crisps that come with heart health benefits. Plus, if toning or strengthening the abs is one of your goals, learning to properly activate the core is key. And Pilates exercises will teach you to do it. Start learning with these simple exercises. |
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Today's workout is a 15-minute aerobics routine and 5-minute abs. When it comes to working the abs efficiently, making sure we know how to properly engage the core is key. In Pilates, the focus is on making small, precise movements with the arms and legs that forces us to use our core for stability. "Whether you're looking to relieve back pain or want to tone and flatten your stomach, everyone can benefit from incorporating Pilates-inspired exercises into their routine," says personal trainer Stephanie Mansour. Tone your core with these simple Pilates exercises. |
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Salmon is loaded with heart-protective omega-3 fats, and this easy marinade makes it the perfect thing to cook when you don't want to fuss in the kitchen. The recipe calls for soy sauce, but we'd suggest swapping that with lower-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos — a milder, less salty alternative. Serve your salmon with broccoli and brown rice (frozen or microwavable to save time). Breakfast: Pumpkin Overnight Oats with Greek Yogurt Lunch: Chicken Quinoa Salad Dinner: 4-Ingredient Air Fryer Salmon |
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11 heart-healthy dessert ideas that dietitians love — and 2 ingredients they avoid |
If you're hoping to prevent heart disease or manage your health with a heart issue, you may think holiday desserts are off-limits. But dessert can still be part of a heart-healthy menu. It's about choosing recipes that allow you to get some nutritional benefits from your favorite sweet treats. "Everything can fit into a healthy diet," says registered dietitian Theresa Gentile. Making your own desserts at home is the best way to minimize unhealthy oils and hydrogenated fats and incorporate more fiber, which is an important nutrient for heart health, she adds. Ready to get baking? These 11 dietitian-approved dessert ideas are good for your heart. |
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| The recall affects certain varieties of Quaker granola bars and boxed cereals. |
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| A highly mutated COVID-19 variant, JN.1, is now the fastest growing variant in the US, the CDC says. What to know about symptoms, transmission, and vaccines. |
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| As the seasons change, your skin-care routine might need to change too. Prevent and soothe dry, irritated winter skin with these 12 dermatologist-approved tips. |
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