Wellness

“],”filter”:{“nextExceptions”:”img, blockquote, div”,”nextContainsExceptions”:”img, blockquote, a.btn, a.o-button”},”renderIntial”:true,”wordCount”:350}”> The most famous joke in music involves a lost tourist in Manhattan who asks a passing musician how to get to Carnegie Hall. The reply: “Practice, practice, practice.” This quip popped to mind when I was reading a new study about the caloric requirements of 100-mile mountain ultramarathons. You’ll … Read more

These Black Bean Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are filled with hearty beans, corn, zesty salsa, and topped with guacamole for a 30-minute vegan dinner perfect for a weeknight! Even though we’re not vegan, I like to add plant-based meals to our menu once in a while. I think it’s good to give our bodies a rest from the … Read more

I debunk the myth of protein as the most satiating macronutrient. The importance of satiety is underscored by a rare genetic condition known as Prader-Willi syndrome. Children with the disorder are born with impaired signaling between their digestive system and their brain, so they don’t know when they’re full. “Because no sensation of satiety tells … Read more

Travel retail a major growth opportunity for confectionery brands – Summary Travel sweets and snacks market valued at $4.8bn and growing fast Expected to reach $7.7bn by 2030 with 8.3% CAGR Travel retail offers captive, affluent audience for impulse purchases Mondelēz uses exclusive packaging and experiences to drive engagement Sector shift opens strategic opportunities for … Read more

Big Food uses our hard-wired drive for dietary diversity against us. How did we evolve to solve the daunting task of selecting a diet that supplies all the essential nutrients? Dietary diversity. By eating a variety of foods, we increase our chances of hitting all the bases. If we only ate for pleasure, we might … Read more

When I first started Wellness Mama I couldn’t have imagined where this journey would take me. All of the research, connecting with you, and interviewing dozens of health experts. I still pinch myself that this has become such a shared adventure. It’s humbling, a little surreal, and deeply meaningful to reflect on everything I’ve learned, … Read more

What’s a typical rate of muscle gain? Every body responds a little differently to strength training, so the short answer is “it depends.” One review of research on how resistance training impacts muscle growth found a range of amounts for muscle gained over time. But in general, the average exerciser can expect to gain anywhere … Read more