What to Eat Two Days Before a Half-Marathon
You've been training for months for your half-marathon, and are excited and eager for the big day. You've even been paying close attention to your diet to improve your workouts and your race.
Negative Effects of Boxing
Boxing is one of the best ways to get in shape and improve your health. However, head injuries can be dangerous and precautions need to be taken.
Meal Plan for Distance Runners
As a distance runner, you carefully plot a training plan to improve your time, speed and endurance. Plot a nutritious meal plan in the same way to keep your body healthy, as well as fuel your training throughout the week.
What Are the Health Benefits of Boxing?
Boxing improves your cardiovascular health, makes you stronger, and even relieves stress. It has so many health benefits that it increases your life expectancy.
What's REALLY Inside McDonald's French Fries?
Uncover the surprising truth behind McDonald's French Fries, from their non-vegetarian ingredients to the questionable preservatives used. Learn how to make better food choices and understand the importance of reading nutrition labels.
10 Trendy Health Foods That Can Threaten Your Waistline
Before your next smoothie bowl or mini meal of nuts, check yourself before you wreck your diet. First off, it's key to know whether the recommended serving size of your beloved healthy ingredients are teaspoons or tablespoons.
Are Shrubs the New Kombucha?
Shrubs are flavored vinegars that taste great and promote gut health. Plus they can be used in your favorite cocktails
These Stress-Fighting Adaptogens Are the New Superfoods
Feeling [stressed](https://www.livestrong.com/slideshow/1011067-15-stressreducing-techniques/)? The better question would be who isn’t feeling stressed these days? But if stress turns you into a hot mess, you may want to ask your doctor about adaptogens.
Have We Been Wrong About White Bread This Whole Time?
According to a new study that blew our minds, white bread may not actually be any worse for us than brown bread, after all.
Is Alkaline Water Extra Healthy or a Hoax?
Many alternative health experts say that alkaline water -- whether purchased in bottles or created from your own tap with a pricey do-it-yourself ionizing purifier -- is an extra-healthy type of water to drink, with claims that it slows the aging process, increases energy, helps people with fertility issues, regulates
The Magic Number of Meals a Day You Need to Lose Weight
How many meals a day do you really need? Every body and every schedule is different, and that means what works for your best friend or co-worker might not work for you.
Healthy Alternatives to Gatorade
Sports drinks like Gatorade are designed to give you an [energy boost](https://www.livestrong.com/slideshow/1011517-8-noncaffeine-ways-boost-energy/) before and during training or sporting competition and help you [recover afterward](https://www.livestrong.