Eating disorders are incredibly prevalent. More than 28 million Americans will have an eating disorder in their lifetime, which means it's very likely that you'll know someone at some point in your life who's struggling. Fortunately, there are ways you can help. Compassionate, knowledgeable friends and loved ones can play a significant role in a person's recovery from an eating disorder. POPSUGAR spoke with two psychologists to find out how you can better support a friend who's...

Starting a new fitness routine is nothing short of exhilarating. Within the first week, you’ll likely find yourself with more energy, better sleep, a boosted mood, and the feeling of accomplishment that comes along with knowing that you’re doing something good for your body. But while any sort of movement deserves to be celebrated, there are a few beginner workout mistakes a trainer wants you to stop making in order to reap the full benefits of your new regimen. Below,&...

Intuitive eating—a science-backed approach to food that rejects diets and rules, encourages body acceptance, and shows you how to tune into your body’s hunger, fullness, cravings, and needs—has recently become incredibly popular. The hashtag has over 1 million posts on Instagram and 300 million views on TikTok to date, and the approach has been making headlines for years. It would be wrong to call it a fad, though. Rather, intuitive eating, which goes hand-in-hand with the Health at Ev...

A strong lower body powers your stride and wards off injury. Incorporating resistance moves like squats into your strength-training routine is an essential—and easy—way to round out your training. Squats are a functional exercise that benefit your joint and muscle health, as well as your posture—all of which are important for improving your running form and speed, explains Noam Tamir, C.S.C.S., CEO and founder of TS Fitness in New York City. But the...

You’ve probably heard about Tabata training. But what is a Tabata workout, exactly — is it the same as HIIT, or high intensity interval training? And should these super high-intensity drills be part of your workout? Interval training — alternating periods of higher and lower intensity during a workout — has been around for decades, used by elite athletes looking to amp up their sports performance. A specific protocol lasting four minutes with 20 seconds of work alternating with 10 seconds ...

Yoga is a type of mind-body exercise that has been around for thousands of years, and as yoga became more prevalent in the West, adding heat became more popular and enticing. What is hot yoga? The term "hot yoga" often refers to Bikram yoga and similar styles where you practice for 90 minutes in a 104 or 105-degrees-Fahrenheit room with 40% humidity. Bikram yoga - the original form of Western hot yoga - originated in the 1970s, and it involves a set of 26 postures. Sometimes, "hot...

At this point, you're probably aware oatmeal can do a lot for your body. It's a good, natural, complex carbohydrate, it's full of vitamins and minerals, and it's incredibly versatile (hello, overnight oats). And yet, while there's a lot about oatmeal that we love, there's one major side effect of eating oatmeal that we can't help but point out, and that's how oatmeal can keep you feeling full for hours. Here's why oatmeal is one of the best breakfast...

Oils are fats in liquid form at room temperature. While they are found in a variety of foods - such as nuts, fish, avocado, and olives - cooking oils are one of the most common forms of oil consumption. And some cooking oils are healthier than others.  We spoke to dietitians about the eight healthy oils you should be incorporating in your diet and which cooking oils you should avoid.  Understanding healthy cooking oils  The healthiest cooking oils typically have more ...

What is ballistic stretching? You might not be familiar with the term "ballistic stretching," but chances are you've tried this type of stretching at some point in your life. Remember the butterfly stretch from elementary school gym class? You'd sit on the ground, feet together and knees opened outward before "flapping the butterfly wings"—bouncing your knees up and down to deepen the stretch. If you've done that, you've done ballistic stretching. Likewise, if you were ever ...

Whether you’re using it to flavor your curry or adding it to your lattes, there’s no denying that turmeric is having a major moment right now. However, the colorful spice has benefits that extend well past your taste buds. From how it interacts with other foods to how it can lower your risk of chronic disease, read on to discover the benefits of turmeric and why you should be eating it right now. 1. It may boost the nutrient properties of other foods. If you want to get ...