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The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland located below in the neck, just under the Adam’s apple. This gland may be small, but it plays a critical role in regulating important hormones that affect energy and metabolism. Think of your thyroid as a fundamental organ in a very complicated machine.  All cells in the body have thyroid hormone receptors. If this …

When it comes to dieting, we are inundated with information about what we should do while losing weight. But what about diet don’ts? What diet no-nos should we avoid to lose weight healthily? In today’s post, we are listing down all the things you have you to avoid when you are on a diet: Eating Too Fast Eating too fast …

It happens to the best of us, making simple and perfectly avoidable makeup mistakes for one reason or another. The good news is, you don’t have to be a makeup expert to fix common makeup mistakes! To ensure a flawless face, avoid these common makeup mistakes: 1. Wrong Foundation Shade Your base can make or break your look. Wearing two …

Going gluten-free means avoiding foods made from certain grains, including barley, rye, and wheat. Certain types of grains contain gluten, a compound that affects digestion and causes intestinal inflammation among those afflicted with celiac disease. If you are going gluten-free, make sure to avoid these foods at all cost: Creamy Soups Did you know that most creamy soups contain flour? …

Contrary to popular notion, snacking is not bad to the waistline. When done right, snacking can actually help you lose weight and enhance satiety after every meal. Eating a snack or two between meals curbs hunger. This way, you don’t overeat on your next meal. The key to smart snacking is being selective with the kind of snacks you indulge …

Dashing from a swim, racing on a bike, and running in one swift motion is hard to master if you are training to be a pro triathlete. But avoiding common pitfalls is one way to improve your performance. To help you on your journey, we’ve prepared a list of triathlon dos and don’ts to keep in mind: Triathlon Dos Do …

Sweating is a natural biological response to the heat. When the body excretes water through the skin, moisture evaporates, helping the body stay cool. Sweating is also triggered during an emotional situation (when agitated, frightened, nervous, or embarrassed). But excessive, trigger-free sweating is caused by hyperactive sweat glands. Hyperhidrosis is a medical condition that affects the sweat glands. This condition …

Millions of people die from diseases associated with obesity each year. The fight to lose weight may be a struggle for most people but there are many ways to slim down and achieve a healthy body. In today’s post, we are listing down painless ways to maintain a normal weight: Learn to Say “NO” “Would you like a bite of …

Man boobs – medically known as Gynecomastia – is a condition wherein a male patient’s breasts are enlarged. Gynecomastia is not a serious health problem. However, it can be a source of embarrassment among young men, especially those who are self-conscious about their bodies. This condition is caused by unbalanced testosterone and estrogen levels. By rebalancing the hormone levels, man …

The core is a group of muscles that surrounds the spine.  These muscles include the erector spinae, multifidi, diaphragm, transversus and rectus abdominis, external and internal obliques, lumbar and latissimus dorsi, hip flexors, hip adductors and all three gluteal muscles. With a strong core, the body’s stability and strength improve. You can do all sorts of intense exercises if your …