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You may think that you live in a pretty healthy country, but do you really? Forbes.com has done some research by examining statistics per country such as pollution, the percentage of a country's population with access to improved drinking water and sanitation, infant mortality rates, the rate of prevalence of tuberculosis, the density of physicians per 1,000 people, undernourishment rates, and Read more
Yesterday's best in show judging capped off four days of canine cavorting at the 2012 Crufts Dog Show in Birmingham, England. One of the largest dog events in the world, this year's Crufts saw more than 21,000 canines compete for best in show alone. But Crufts is so much more than an arena dog show: the event boasts contests for obedience, agility, flyball, cross-country, and heelwork set to Read more
We are pumped to share one of our favorite stories from Health.com here on our site. From pouring on the olive oil like the Greeks to slashing stress like the Scandinavians, what we can learn from the happiest, slimmest, longest-living cultures around the globe. The secret to a long, healthy life in America? According to longevity researchers, it may be to act like you live somewhere else. It Read more
Celebrities spend thousands of dollars to work one-on-one with trainers like Tracy Anderson and Harley Pasternak. This year, we got the star treatment and chatted with a host of celeb trainers about what it takes to be healthy and fit. Keep reading to see what some of their best advice was this year! Tara Stiles on letting go: From mastering a pose to worrying about slipping on your mat, yoga Read more
Celeb trainer Harley Pasternak may have clients working out every day, but he also knows that often, the best ways to be healthy are also the simplest. Here are five tips straight from Harley himself that you can easily incorporate into your daily routine. No fancy gym membership required! Go global with your diet — Exposing your palate to different cuisines can help you find foods that are Read more
Harley Pasternak says that if you follow his 5 Factor diet, you will see results. First, eat five times a day: two meals and three snacks. Next, everything you eat should have five components: lean protein, low glycemic carbs, healthy fats, fiber, and a sugar-free beverage. And to keep it real, there's a cheat day once a week. The in-demand trainer recently came out with a new book — the 5 Read more
