Strong core muscles support cardio health by helping people stay active. Easy core exercises, such as walk-and-carry #exercises, are especially helpful because they strengthen many muscles at the same time and simulate real-life activities: https://bit.ly/3qgJsWD#HarvardHealth
Probiotics are good bacteria that keep the gut healthy and help fight infections and #inflammation. Fermented foods like yogurt, pickles, sauerkraut, and sourdough bread are great sources: https://bit.ly/3zPQxl4#HarvardHealth
Smoothies are a quick and easy way to get probiotics. Here is a recipe that is ideal for a breakfast, snack, or post-workout drink. Combine all the ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
Simple Fruit Smoothie
1 cup plain nonfat yogurt
1/4 cup orange juice
1/2 banana, cut into pieces
1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
1/2 cup ice
Servings: 1
Serving size: 12 ounces
Nutrition: 260 calories, 0.5 g total fat, 0 g saturated fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 110 mg sodium, 42 g total carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 26 g total sugars (includes 0 g added sugar), 24 g protein
Source: The Harvard Medical School 6-Week Plan for Healthy Eating.
Did you know Greek yogurt has almost twice as much protein as other yogurts? It takes longer to leave your stomach, keeping you satisfied longer. Plus, you burn more calories digesting protein than carbs. https://wb.md/3BbzYB7
WebMD@WebMD·2h Both the juice and the peel of lemons or limes could help lower blood pressure. Squeeze some in your water before and after you go for a walk. 🍋 https://wb.md/3rYF7JC
WebMD@WebMD·2h Both the juice and the peel of lemons or limes could help lower blood pressure. Squeeze some in your water before and after you go for a walk. 🍋 https://wb.md/3rYF7JC
Did you know Greek yogurt has almost twice as much protein as other yogurts? It takes longer to leave your stomach, keeping you satisfied longer. Plus, you burn more calories digesting protein than carbs. https://wb.md/3BbzYB7