Wednesday, 19 March 2025

How 'dinosaur time' is getting kids to eat their vegetables

Should you drink a protein shake before or after your workout?

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The two astronauts who returned to Earth yesterday after a nine-month delay may experience "baby feet," back pain and other strange health issues. Plus, how "dinosaur time" is helping kids eat more vegetables, and dietitians weigh in on whether to drink a protein shake before or after a workout for the most benefits.

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Astronauts may have 'baby feet,' get shorter and face strange health problems upon return

NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore splashed down safely off the coast of Florida yesterday after an unexpected nine-month stay in space, but their health journey on Earth is just beginning. They may face problems like weaker bones and muscles, vision issues and "baby feet" as their bodies readjust to the planet's gravity.

Will 'dinosaur time' really help kids eat more greens? These parents swear by it

Parents are going back to the Jurassic era to try to solve a problem nearly as old as the dinosaurs: Getting kids to eat their vegetables. A new trend involves kids chomping on lettuce, raw spinach and kale like they're a triceratops or stegosaurus straight out of "Jurassic Park." "Offering veggies in different forms can make a big difference in helping kids develop a genuine taste for them over time," a dietitian told TODAY.com.

This is the best time to drink your protein shake for an optimal workout

A protein shake can be a quick way to help hit your daily amount of energy-boosting nutrients, but is it better to drink it before or after you work out? We spoke with experts about the best window of time to drink one to get the highest benefit from the carbohydrates, fluids and protein to repair and rebuild your muscles.