Ria Bhagwat

4 days ago | realsimple.com | Ria Bhagwat

Credit: Vaaseenaa/Getty Images Key TakeawaysLight activity like walking or slow biking can help your body use energy more efficiently and support blood sugar regulation, especially after a large meal. High-intensity exercise too soon after eating can lead to cramping or discomfort. Wait 30–60 minutes, especially after a heavy or rich meal, before doing anything strenuous. Whether you exercise before or after meals, the key is tuning into what feels best for your body and routine.

1 week ago | realsimple.com | Ria Bhagwat

Credit: Manuta/Getty Images The time in between lunch and dinner can feel like a marathon. You’ve likely experienced multiple weeknights where you’re itching for dinner soon after lunch, and you’re not alone in that—after all, dinner is traditionally the largest meal of the day (and for some, the most delicious). When you’d like to wait until an appropriate dinner time, snacks are a great option to help you feel full.

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Ria Bhagwat

Healthy aging is not only defined by how long you live, but also the quality of your life as you get older—quality over quantity, as they say. “Healthy aging can be quantified in so many different ways, but at its core, it is about growing into yourself with strength and intention,” says Dr. Michaela Robbins, DNP, nurse practitioner and hormone and longevity expert.

2 weeks ago | realsimple.com | Ria Bhagwat

Credit: Olga Dobrovolska/Getty Images Healthy aging is not only defined by how long you live, but also the quality of your life as you get older—quality over quantity, as they say. “Healthy aging can be quantified in so many different ways, but at its core, it is about growing into yourself with strength and intention,” says Dr. Michaela Robbins, DNP, nurse practitioner and hormone and longevity expert.

2 weeks ago | realsimple.com | Ria Bhagwat

Credit: Rob Kim/Getty Images Summer calls for an indefinite amount of time spent grilling—and whether you’re an amateur or seasoned griller, Ina Garten just shared her foolproof secret to making perfectly cooked steak, every time. “I used to be so nervous about overcooking steaks on the grill,” the Barefoot Contessa says in her recent Instagram post.