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YOU are avoiding takeaways, big portions and maybe alcohol, too.  But reaching for the ‘healthy’ alternatives may be your biggest mistake if you’re trying to lose weight.  Sign up for The Sun newsletter Thank you! Snacking is not always bad for weight loss, but choose wisely – some ‘healthy’ snacks should be questionedCredit: Getty It’s not just the obvious snacks like crisps, chocolate and pastry that are worth avoiding. Those labelled ‘perfect for dieting’, such as ‘low-fat’ or ‘low-calorie’, could ironically be sabotaging your progress.  Choosing these foods can trigger MORE cravings, cause bloating and ultimately, slow weight loss progress. …

Before I had Sidney, I knew I wanted to breastfeed, so I set out to make the best lactation cookie recipe that I could to stash in the freezer. I heard tales of women having supply issues, so I thought, why not make a really freakin’ good, healthy cookie that helps with milk production! It took me a couple of tries, but I can confidently say that these lactation cookies are truly the BEST! They taste like chewy oatmeal chocolate chip cookies and are both vegan and gluten-free, so ALL mamas can have them. Bonus: I even include the option…

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Every human who has walked the Earth has at some point stopped to gaze into the sunset, knowing that darkness will only last until that first light of the next day. Thousands of years later, we still can’t help but be moved by the display of sunset colours or feel energized by a bright, sunny morning.Yet beyond the dazzling colours of each sunset and refreshing sunrise, natural light has been deeply entwined with our existence, regulating our circadian rhythm, which influences sleep patterns, hormone release, appetite, and digestion as well as, indirectly, our metabolic health, temperature, and immune function. Oh,…

A twitchy eyelid is annoying, and it’s easy to assume it must be a magnesium deficiency. That was my first thought too when my upper eyelid started twitching. But after digging into the research, I realised it’s not that simple. Sometimes magnesium is part of the picture and sometimes it isn’t, so let’s look at the most common causes, the simple fixes that often work fast, and the signs that mean it’s time to get it checked. The short version Most of the time, eyelid twitching isn’t a clear sign of magnesium deficiency. It’s usually triggered by tiredness, stress, caffeine,…

Let’s be honest: most people skip leg day. And when you’re working out at home, it’s even easier to neglect your legs. You can’t use the leg press machine. You don’t have access to a squat rack loaded with plates. Building serious leg strength at home is impossible. Wrong. You can build powerful, muscular legs at home with minimal equipment. Your legs are designed to support your entire body weight throughout the day. They respond amazingly well to creative training, whether you have a full home gym or just a small amount of floor space. I’m going to show you…

SEATTLE, Wash., Jan. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — For many Washington residents enrolled in Apple Health (Medicaid), finding timely outpatient mental health care can feel out of reach. With community resources stretched thin and long waitlists statewide, Mindful Therapy Group today announced a major expansion. It is now opening its Washington provider network to serve Apple Health members, significantly expanding access to outpatient therapy and psychiatric services statewide. This expansion represents a meaningful increase in outpatient capacity, with Mindful Therapy Group’s more than 1,500 licensed clinicians and 11 in-person locations across Washington serving major metro areas including Seattle, Bellevue, Olympia, Vancouver,…

Oprah Winfrey flaunted her slimmed-down figure while stopping by the gym in the Santa Barbara area on Friday. The former talk show host – who is preparing to celebrate her 72nd birthday later this month on January 29 – was seen strolling towards her car after enjoying a fitness session. Back in 2023, the star had admitted to taking weight loss medication – like Ozempic or Wegovy – which she used as ‘a tool’ to drop pounds.Winfrey sported a pair of fitted blue leggings as well as a long-sleeved, white top and comfy sneakers. Her locks were pushed back with a thick headband and…

Alex & SonjaHi there! We’re Alex & Sonja Overhiser, authors of two cookbooks, busy parents, and a real life couple who cooks together. We founded the A Couple Cooks website in 2010 to share simple, seasonal recipes and the joy of cooking. We now offer thousands of original recipes, cooking tips, and meal planning ideas—all written and photographed by the two of us (and tested on our kids!).

Heads also supporting more staff members with mental health issues as stress levels climb Heads also supporting more staff members with mental health issues as stress levels climb Almost half of school leaders needed mental health support in the past year, with nearly three quarters saying their job has affected their wellbeing, a new survey has found. The annual poll by school leaders’ union NAHT found the vast majority of heads said their role affected their sleep, with many reporting they are supporting more staff members with mental health issues. NAHT’s general secretary Paul Whiteman said findings were “extremely worrying”…