If you’ve set a weight loss goal for yourself, you may be aware of the frustration that comes with trying to lose fat specifically in your abdominal region. This type of fat around your belly, also known as visceral fat, can be stubborn and difficult to target. However, it is also one of the more dangerous types of fat, as carrying too much of it can lead to diseases and other health complications. If you’re looking for help with this […]

The product recommendations in this post are recommendations by the writer and/or expert(s) interviewed and do not contain affiliate links. Meaning: If you use these links to buy something, we will not earn a commission. What’s not to love about the classic chicken nugget? They’re accessible, relatively cheap, easy to eat with one hand, and they’re oh-so delectable. But those little nuggets can be deceiving. While they are an easy source of protein, some varieties can be packed with sodium, […]

LONDON — Hoxton Farms, a company that produces animal-free cultivated fat, has opened a pilot plant in London. The new facility is 14,000 square feet and features cell culturing laboratories, a food development kitchen and office space. “It’s no secret that the traditional meat industry is broken, but consumers are disappointed when they seek quality alternatives,” said Max Jamilly, co-founder of Hoxton Farms. “But as people turn away from meat because of concerns over health, environmental impact, or animal welfare, […]

It’s no secret that regular exercise plays a crucial role in sculpting your midsection. However, the saying “abs are made in the kitchen” exists for a reason. Whether your goal is to reveal those hidden muscles or maintain your hard-earned six-pack, the foods you eat play a pivotal role in ab definition. “Diet plays a crucial role in achieving more defined abs because it directly affects your body fat percentage and overall body composition,” says Trista Best, RD, a registered […]

When your world feels like it’s falling to pieces — and just dragging yourself out of bed and into the kitchen to shove a few Oreos into your mouth can feel like a herculean task — shopping for and cooking something can feel downright impossible. If your friend or family member is going through a terrible ordeal, making something delicious and delivering it to their door with a sweet little note may not scare away the monsters, but it can […]

Comment on this storyComment Next time you feel like starting a fight, mention calories. And that, in order to lose weight, you have to burn more of them than you absorb. I did that last month, and the responses tended to fall into one of three categories: 1. Duh! Captain Obvious is a Washington Post columnist! To those folks, I suggest they read the comments and the social media commentary, and they will find many people with the second objection: […]

Getting rid of a not-so-trim midsection can seem like an uphill battle. From diet to exercise to all-around healthy lifestyle choices, losing weight and slimming down your belly takes hard work and dedication. There’s no need to deprive your body of the foods you love most or spend countless hours in the weight room, but you do need to come up with a sustainable game plan that works best for you—and stick with it. Making tweaks to your shopping list, […]

Low-carb recipes are *wonderful* because they serve up a mix of heart-healthy fats, protein, and healthy carbs (like veggies) that may help lower your risk for certain conditions like Type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Got too much on your plate to cook those healthy low-carb meals that take literal hours? We got you. Just set aside an hour tops, and you can have a balanced meal on the table (and leftovers for lunch!) all week long. Here are some […]

This regular publication by DLA Piper lawyers focuses on helping clients navigate the ever-changing business, legal and regulatory landscape. HHS to DEA: reclassify marijuana to Schedule III. In a non-public letter sent earlier this week, the US Department of Health and Human Services recommended to the US Drug Enforcement Administration that marijuana be re-classified under the Controlled Substances Act from Schedule I to Schedule III. The recommendation is a step towards changing the legal status of marijuana, which was originally […]

Fish is fresh and plentiful here in Seattle, and my family and I eat a lot of it at home. But the common complaints — it’s difficult to cook well (especially when distracted by an active household), it’s messy to handle, it can leave the house smelling for days — all ring true, even for someone who has cooked professionally for years. Steaming fish, as in the classic Cantonese dish 清蒸鱼, whole steamed fish, neatly solves these problems. When I […]