Love boot-camp classes but in a time crunch? Good news: low-volume HIIT is just as effective. Less than 20 minutes of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) can reap just as many benefits as the traditional 30 minutes a day recommended by the surgeon general, according to new research published in the Journal of Physiology. “In many cases, the low-volume variations of HIIT provide comparable and, at times, superior improvements for a variety of health outcomes when compared to longer but lower-intensity aerobic training interventions,” says study author Angelo Sabag, Ph.D., of Western Sydney University in Australia.

Along with strong quads and a six-pack, perks of low-volume HIIT include a decrease in blood sugar levels and a stronger heart. “It improves the responsiveness of our muscles to insulin and allows us to better use blood glucose and fatty acids,” says Sabag. “HIIT also improves the heart’s ability to pump blood more effectively and circulate oxygen and nutrients to organs and muscles.”

Looking to give low-volume HIIT a try? Sabag suggests this favorite routine: 10 x 60 seconds running or cycling at 80-90 percent of max effort, with 60 seconds of active recovery (i.e. walking) at 30 to 50 percent effort between intervals. “If you are relatively untrained, start with five intervals and progressively increase the number until you can achieve 10 per session,” Sabag.

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To stoke your metabolism and prime your body to drop fat, you’ve got to go beyond the basics. Here are 100 tried-and-true methods to help you lose weight fast.1) Eat six small meals a day Stoking your body with food every three to four hours can rev your metabolism to the max. Not every one needs to be a sit-down affair.2) Run 10 100-yard sprints Sprinting can burn up to 500 calories.3) Wait 20 minutes before getting seconds Slow things down to avoid excessive food intake.4) Use a smaller dinner plate The smaller plate will limit how much you can pile on. Check out these other mind tricks for healthier eating.5) Use a blue dinner plate Studies show the color has an appetite-suppressing effect (as opposed to red and yellow plates).6) Sub in nonfat Greek yogurt for mayo and sour cream You’ll save 700 cals and 100 cals per half cup, respectively. See what other food swaps you can make to cut 500 calories a day.7) Eat peanuts from their shells You’ll nosh on 50% fewer nuts in a sitting just trying to peel before eating.8) Chew on sugar-free mint gum after a meal Mint flavors send signals to your brain that it’s time to stop eating.9) Snack on pistachios The nuts are much healthier than chips and pretzels.10) Take up power yoga You can burn up to 344 calories a class.11) Train fasted once a weekFasted workouts may help keep adrenaline high and blood sugar low.12) Run intervals to burn it up Turn your body into a fat-fighting furnace by alternating sprints with jogs. Here are 8 you can do on the treadmill.13) Replace your morning bagel Ditch the bread for a bowl of oatmeal and protein-packed eggs.14) Work out with your partner Couples who train together are 34% more likely to stick to their workouts.15) Eat at the kitchen table Don’t park on the couch when chowing down.16) Drink more water Being dehydrated can fool your body into feeling hungry.17) Poach (don’t fry) your proteinEggs, poultry, and fish are healthier when prepared this way.18) Hit the pool Swim laps or run in the water, if you can touch the bottom safely.19) Take a real “before” photo You’ll be more motivated knowing what you look like and where you want to go.20) Switch to skim milk for coffee Ditch the cream and sugar and save 105 calories. Try these other healthy add-ins, too.21) Bike to work Get pedaling to burn 500 calories an hour. More

You’ve probably heard of turmeric by now, the golden spice that’s been promoted for a host of health boons. But what exactly is it? Can turmeric benefits make a difference in your day-to-day life? And what are the best ways to consume it? Here’s everything you need to know.

What Is Turmeric
Turmeric is a spice that’s derived from the curcuma longa root, which is part of the ginger family. In fact, it looks remarkably similar to ginger root. The major difference, however, is turmeric has an intense golden-yellow color. That pigment comes from its active compound, curcumin (more on this below). The spice is used worldwide, but is especially common in Indian cuisine and as a remedy to treat certain health conditions such as arthritis and heart conditions.

Health Benefits of Turmeric
Turmeric contains many plant-based substances that have a number of proposed health benefits. One group of these substances is called curcuminoids, which provides the greatest health-promoting benefits. That includes the powerhouse we mentioned before, curcumin, which is revered for its anti-inflammatory, anti-aging, and antioxidant properties. In fact, it’s arguably the most potent, naturally occurring, anti-inflammatory agent around.
Now post-workout, inflammation increases in your body as a healing measure. But excess inflammation can be disruptive to healthy cellular processes, like metabolic function, and can damage certain cellular structures, like arteries. By prioritizing a spice like turmeric—and nixing bad behaviors like smoking, being sedentary, and consuming foods that are processed or high in saturated fat—you can boost recovery and overall well-being by lowering inflammation.
The downside to curcumin is that it isn’t absorbed very well in the gut when consumed. To get the dosage that’s going to be most beneficial, supplementation is often needed. Luckily there are many methods that can help increase absorption. Two of the most common: Pair turmeric with piperine (or black pepper extract), or combine it with fats. We’ll show you how below.
How to Consume Turmeric for the Greatest Health Benefits
It’s easier to combine fats and turmeric than you’d think. Add the spice with black pepper, avocado oil or coconut oil, and veggies, tofu, and/or chicken to boost its bioavailability. Golden lattes have also become incredibly popular: heat together coconut oil, almond milk, fresh turmeric, honey, and cinnamon. (Make it at home so you know you’re getting high-quality turmeric.) You can even blend turmeric into your post-workout or morning smoothie; just make sure you use almond milk or full-fat dairy as your liquid to get those healthy fats to bind to the turmeric. There’s one caveat: When you add the spice to meals, it might contain as little at 3 percent curcuminoids, the beneficial active compound. In this case, supplementation is your best bet to get the benefits of turmeric and curcumin.
Take 1,500 mg of curcumin with 60 mg of piperine per day. Or, try supplementing with Meriva, a patented form of curcumin; take 400–1,000 mg per day. Extracts like these are the most potent forms and yield the greatest health benefits.

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Jordan Mazur, M.S., R.D., is the coordinator of nutrition and team sports dietitian for the San Francisco 49ers.

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