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How long does it take to see benefits from your new workout regimen?

Editor’s note: Before beginning any new exercise program, consult your doctor. Stop immediately if you experience pain. Summary Seeing benefits from new exercise routines typically takes at least two to four weeks, according to experts. Changes can require six to 12 weeks depending on factors like age, sex and metabolism. Exercise immediately improves blood flow…

Why you should take a week off from working out, according to science

If you were to think about the key to getting fit, you’d probably imagine you need to spend plenty of time in the gym. But many fitness influencers assert that taking time away from the gym every six to eight weeks — known as a “deload week” — is actually the key to improving fitness…

How to cook tofu so even meat-and-potatoes diners will dig it

Peek inside Jackie Akerberg’s refrigerator and you’ll see a rainbow-hued array of fresh fruits and vegetables, all washed, dried and transferred to glass food storage containers. They’re about to get featured in the bountiful bowls and salads that have become her signature on her Jackfruitful Kitchen Instagram account. But the real MVP of this recipe…

Portable clotting agent slows internal bleeding by 97% in mice

When it comes to traumatic injuries, it’s a race against time. A person with major hemorrhage can die from blood loss within minutes. Bleeding from the extremities can be slowed with compression but what about internal bleeding? In a hospital, internal bleeding can be controlled with the transfusion of clotting agents, such as platelets, but…

Lessons from a pandemic

The initial surge of COVID-19 patients in Boston-area hospitals has passed, but the memories of caring for them will forever remain with physicians involved in that care. We asked seven physician-scientists from the Broad Institute, who are also Harvard Medical School instructors, to talk about what they learned from their time helping COVID-19 patients, and…

How to understand COVID-19-related loss of smell

Temporary loss of smell, or anosmia, is the main neurological symptom and one of the earliest and most commonly reported indicators of COVID-19. Studies suggest it better predicts the disease than other well-known symptoms such as fever and cough, but the underlying mechanisms for loss of smell in patients with COVID-19 have been unclear. Now,…

Your boozy nightcap is disrupting your sleep. Try these tips instead

Do you find yourself reaching for an alcoholic drink to unwind and drift off to sleep? Whether it’s an old-fashioned, a hot toddy or even an espresso martini, many people have a favorite evening beverage that signals the end of a long day. But what’s the history behind this nightly ritual? The tradition of enjoying…

Wide-awake at night but tired in the morning? Here’s what could help, according to experts

Summary Feeling tired in the morning but alert at night is a common problem linked to disrupted sleep patterns or disorders. Experts recommend tracking sleep habits and maintaining consistent wake times, even on weekends. Neurologist Sonja Schütz from the University of Michigan advises dimming lights and avoiding electronics before bedtime. Morning routines that include light…

Socks could really improve your sleep, experts say

Summary Wearing socks to bed could help improve sleep by lowering core body temperature, according to Cleveland Clinic specialists. The process of warming feet opens blood vessels, increasing heat loss through skin and cooling the body. Men wearing socks fell asleep nearly eight minutes faster and slept 32 minutes longer, a small 2018 study found.…

Stay motivated to work out by using mottos or mantras

Editor’s note: Before beginning any new exercise program, consult your doctor. Stop immediately if you experience pain. Summary Motivational mantras and mottos can help people stay committed to their exercise routines, fitness experts say. Studies found self-talk enhances sports performance. Fitness coaches CNN spoke to incorporate personalized mantras as supplemental motivational tools for clients. Effective…

Heated workouts and hot yoga are all the rage. But are they actually good for you?

Summary Heated workouts may enhance flexibility by increasing blood flow and warming muscle tissue, according to Dr. Dominic King, a sports medicine physician. Higher temperatures don’t automatically improve fitness results and can reduce exercise intensity, experts say. Proper hydration before, during and after hot classes is essential to prevent heat-related health risks. Warning signs during…

Wellness perfectionism doesn’t exist. Focus on these sustainable habits

Summary Experts warn extreme wellness challenges can create a cycle of dissatisfaction and perfectionism. Dr. Thomas Curran says some people pursue drastic regimens hoping for transformation after life changes. Dietitian Renee McGregor advises cscrutinizing influencers who may profit from wellness products they promote. Small sustainable habits like eating more vegetables offer more health benefits than…

Working out can make your posture worse. Here’s how to correct that

Editor’s note: Dana Santas, known as the “Mobility Maker,” is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and mind-body coach in professional sports, and is the author of the book “Practical Solutions for Back Pain Relief.” If you’ve been hitting the gym regularly and feeling stronger — but also stiffer and more slouched — you may…

New federal Covid-19 vaccine policies are already keeping some people from getting shots

Vaccines Respiratory viruses Maternal health Women’s health See all topics Facebook Tweet Email Link Link Copied! Follow After federal health officials made abrupt changes to US Covid-19 vaccine recommendations for pregnant women last month, there’s new confusion and uncertainty about who can get the shots — and some reports that patients were turned away when…