Six more states are changing the rules around what foods you can and can’t purchase using the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) revealed this week. According to the announcement, SNAP waivers for West Virginia, Florida, Colorado, Louisiana, Oklahoma, and Texas were signed on August 3, amending…
Women do not develop bulky muscles like men. Strength training is often overlooked in conversations about health, especially among South Asian women. Yet, this form of exercise offers unique and crucial benefits tailored to their specific health challenges. From teenage years to menopause and beyond, resistance exercise can transform physical and mental well-being. South Asian…
Matcha, a finely ground powder made from specially grown and processed green tea leaves, has long been celebrated in Japanese culture, especially in traditional tea ceremonies. However, beyond the ritual, matcha is also gaining momentum globally due to its potential health benefits. Unlike regular green teamatcha contains the nutrients from the entire tea leaf, providing…
Summer is when we typically crave something cold and refreshing, and what better drink could make you survive under this blistering heat other than a lassi? If you have yet to discover or have never tasted this drink, a lassi is a traditional yogurt-based Indian drink that tastes sweet and sour. It’s an ideal and…
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What if your daily meals came almost entirely from trees, vines, and bushes? You can really live out your Tarzan fantasy with this one — no vine-swinging required. On a fruitarian diet plan, raw fruit makes up the bulk of your plate at mealtime. Some people may also add a handful of nuts, seeds, or…
Walking is one of those things that most of us do every single day, but don’t think much about. It’s not just a way to get us from point A to point B, but it can also be a powerful health tool. More recently, I’ve been intentionally incorporating more walks into my day, and here’s…