A 40-year-old woman took creatine for 100 days and shared everything that changed

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One woman shared how creatine helped her both at the gym and at work, hoping to prove that this popular supplement is suitable for “regular people” as well as “men in muscle vests and toning their biceps.” She decided to see if it was as effective as everyone said by taking it for 100 days … Read more

This 5-day diet helped Crohn’s disease patients get better quickly

This 5-day diet helped Crohn's disease patients get better quickly

“What should I eat?” is one of the most common questions people with inflammatory bowel disease ask their doctors. It’s also the most difficult question to answer. Inflammatory bowel diseases, such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease, are less well studied when it comes to diet. Large, well-controlled studies of dietary modification are limited. Now, … Read more

“The only thing missing from these towers is a feather boa.”

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In this week’s comment update, readers discuss Henriques Partners Architects’ designs for three Vancouver skyscrapers, including Vancouver’s first skyscraper. Once completed, the 314-meter (1,033-foot) skyscraper will be encased in a steel exoskeleton covered in white panels and glass. The studio says its shape and façade pattern are inspired by sea glass sponges. Vancouver’s first skyscraper … Read more

The shortlist for the 2026 World Food Photography Awards has been announced (35 photos)

The shortlist for the 2026 World Food Photography Awards has been announced (35 photos)

Now that the 2026 shortlist has been announced, we are pleased to share an overview of this year’s World Food Photography Awards, hosted by Bimi®. With thousands of entries from over 50 countries, this contest once again highlights the incredible diversity and creativity found in food photography from around the world. From growing and harvesting … Read more

I tried Pilates heel tap every day. Now I highly praise the low-impact movement.

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When it comes to Pilates, the smallest movements often have the biggest impact. I’ve tried enough of these moves to find that even the simplest-seeming exercises can activate muscles you didn’t realize needed attention. Try the Pilates heel tap. These are deceptively simple exercises that work your core muscles, improve coordination, and strengthen your lower … Read more

I’m a Pilates instructor in my 50s – these are the 5 bodyweight holds I prioritize to build strength and stability as I age

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Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission when you buy through links in our articles. Credit: Getty Images Regular physical activity is key to staying healthy and fit as you age, and guidelines recommend at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise each week. Swimming, running, strength training, and cycling are all good options, … Read more

Is all chocolate good for you? this is what science says

Is all chocolate good for you? this is what science says

Cacao has been linked to a variety of benefits, including heart health, delayed aging, and improved cognition. However, experts warn that there is a caveat to this. advertisement advertisement Studies link cocoa with flavanols, powerful plant-based bioactive compounds and antioxidants, and theobromine, a bitter natural stimulant found in the cocoa plant and chocolate, as key … Read more

Matsui and Van clash over health care, campaign funds and Gaza at packed forum

Congresswoman Doris Matsui (second from left) speaks at the CA District 7 Congressional Candidates Forum held at the Coloma Center in Sacramento on Thursday, April 2, 2026. Candidates from left listen: Enayat Nazat, Zakaria Wooden, Ralph Nwobi, Mai Vann, and Robbie Morin.

Congresswoman Doris Matsui (second from left) speaks at the CA District 7 Congressional Candidates Forum held at the Coloma Center in Sacramento on Thursday, April 2, 2026. Candidates from left listen: Enayat Nazat, Zakaria Wooden, Ralph Nwobi, Mai Vann, and Robbie Morin. Hannah Lehoff hruhoff@sacbee.com Longtime U.S. Rep Doris Matsui and challenger Mai Vang clashed … Read more

Taking too much vitamin D can cloud its benefits and pose health risks – Harvard Health

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Low blood levels of vitamin D are associated with increased risk for everything from heart disease, diabetes and cancer to mood disorders and dementia. So it may not be surprising that vitamin D supplements are popular. However, many people who take vitamin D supplements have no signs of vitamin D deficiency or underlying conditions that … Read more

Why sugar cravings don’t go away even if you stop eating sweets

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“Eating less sweets may not reduce your appetite or improve your overall health,” says a new study that challenges long-held beliefs about the “sweet tooth.” Dutch and British researchers found no significant differences in sweet food preferences among adults who ate more or less sweet-tasting foods over several months. Participants’ weight, diabetes and heart disease … Read more