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According to the World Health Organization, eating at least five 80-gram serving portions of a variety of fruits and vegetables every day lowers the risk of serious health problems. Recent studies have also proven that eating certain fruits can help with weight loss. These six amazing fruits can certainly help you lose those extra pounds: 1. Watermelon Because 90 percent of a watermelon’s weight is water, it’s one of the best fruits to eat if you’re trying to lose weight. A 100-gram serving contains only 30 calories. It’s also a great source of an amino acid called arginine, which helps burn fat quickly. In addition to helping...

Yoga, an ancient practice and meditation, has become increasingly popular in today's busy society. For many people, yoga provides a retreat from their chaotic and busy lives. This is true whether you're practicing downward facing dog posture on a mat in your bedroom, in an ashram in India or even in New York City's Times Square. Yoga provides many other mental and physical benefits. Some of these extend to the kitchen table. Types of Yoga There are many types of yoga. Hatha (a combination of many styles) is one of the most popular styles. It is a more physical type...

Weight loss, a strong and flexible body, glowing beautiful skin, peaceful mind, good health – whatever you may be looking for, yoga has it on offer. However, very often, yoga is only partially understood as being limited to asanas (yoga poses). As such, its benefits are only perceived to be at the body level and we fail to realize the immense benefits yoga offers in uniting the body, mind and breath. When you are in harmony, the journey through life is calmer, happier and more fulfilling. All-round fitness Weight loss Stress relief Inner peace Improved immunity Living with greater awareness Better relationships...

There’s a lot we don’t know about yoga’s history and origins. We know it started in India thousands of years ago, and sages passed down its teachings and wisdom for centuries. When yoga first “arrived” in the US, many people didn’t know what to make of it. It took some time for yoga to make it to the mainstream, which it did, in part, when influential people and celebrities started practicing and talking about its benefits. But it’s taken even longer for the medical community to come around and realize the real, tangible benefits that yoga offers. Now, though, it’s...

You don’t need to be a marathon runner to enjoy the health benefits of running. Even running for 20 minutes three times a week will get your heart pumping and give your muscles a good workout. Moreover, running is almost free, save for the cost of a pair of good running shoes.​ As a moderate to vigorous aerobic exercise, running offers many physiological, psychological and cardiovascular health benefits, even for a recreational runner. To reap the health benefits of running, you must be running fast enough to raise your heart rate, yet stay able to carry out a conversation while...