Author: Asma Abdullah

It’s pie season, people! This strawberry apple pie is a fun twist on a classic apple pie, and features a yummy oatmeal crumble topping. Even better? It features a store-bought crust, which significantly cuts down on the prep time. I have no shortage of apple recipes on Fit Foodie Finds! With so many apple orchards around us in the Minneapolis area, apples are bountiful this time of year. I love coming up with delicious ways to bake with apples like this brown butter apple galette and these apple cinnamon rolls. Today’s heavenly strawberry apple pie has similarly delicious flavors to this apple crisp and apple tart,…

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Senior Beauty & Lifestyle DirectorBy Alexandra EnglerSenior Beauty & Lifestyle DirectorAlexandra Engler is the senior beauty and lifestyle director at mindbodygreen and host of the beauty podcast Clean Beauty School. Previously, she’s held beauty roles at Harper’s Bazaar, Marie Claire, SELF, and Cosmopolitan; her byline has appeared in Esquire, Sports Illustrated, and Allure.com.Image by mihailomilovanovic / iStockJune 24, 2025As we kick off summer, we’ll be sharing our best advice for achieving Healthy Summer Skin—read all June long. Here’s to a summer of feeling good, living well, and keeping your skin safe under the sun.Skin care is personal. The products that make…

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Measles was once considered a disease that was completely eliminated, thanks to modern science. And now, many people are caught off guard by the sudden return of this once-forgotten illness. Researchers and medical professionals around the world are putting in endless effort to stop measles and eradicate its worrying resurgence. Prevention is the only option until measles is completely under control once more. Until measles is fully under control again, prevention is the only way forward. We have some tips for you that actually work to keep you safe from measles outbreak and its comeback. What Is Measles? Measles is…

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Article by Dr Manasa S, B.A.M.S Introduction Type 5 diabetes is a distinct, underrecognized subtype of diabetes mellitus that primarily affects undernourished adolescents and young adults (BMI <18.5 kg/m²). It differs etiologically and clinically from Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. Whereas Type 1 is autoimmune and Type 2 is driven by insulin resistance, Type 5 arises from chronic malnutrition leading to irreversible pancreatic damage and significantly reduced insulin secretion. Emerging evidence indicates insulin production may be up to 70% lower in affected individuals compared to healthy controls, despite the absence of insulin resistance. Predominantly found in regions with high…

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For anyone passionate about holistic health and glowing skin, the idea of supercharging your smoothie with collagen is both intriguing and practical. Collagen supplements are celebrated for their potential to support everything from joint health to hair strength, but many wonder if they’ll mix well with their daily smoothie routine. Let’s explore how you can effortlessly incorporate collagen into your smoothies, maximizing benefits while keeping your blends delicious and satisfying. What Is Collagen? Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body, serving as a vital building block for skin, hair, nails, joints, and connective tissues. It acts like…

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Ready to strengthen and sculpt your legs, booty and back today? This workout is for you! I included a great sequence of posterior chain strength with low-impact lower body moves to leave you strong and sculpted! The fastest results happen when we are consistent with our training, and follow a balanced plan that targets our body in complementary sessions. If you’re ready to get a jump on Summer and follow a fun and motivating plan with balanced strength training, join us in Rock Your Life for the SHREDDED SUMMER CHALLENGE! Now let’s workout! Join us for the Shredded Summer Challenge…

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Charity is something that people think that they understand, until they try to explain it. For most people it means giving to something bigger than themselves, but there’s so much more to it than that. Real charity is less about money and more about connection. The act of giving (whether it’s time or effort or resources) ties people to each other in ways that still matter, even in a world where everyone feels pulled in different directions. What giving actually supports A lot of people assume large charities have everything they need but the truth is that donations often fill…

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My go-to peanut butter banana protein shake is a nutritious, dessert-flavored shake that’s ready in 5 minutes with only 4 ingredients. I love making this as quick breakfast on the go or for a post-workout protein boost. A super simple protein shake that uses only 4 ingredients. Make it in 5 minutes flat aka perfect for busy moms like me. Protein-packed! I’m talking 17g of protein / serving. Toddler-friendly ingredients because we all know if mom is drinking a smoothie, they’re going to want a slurp or two 😅❤️. Ingredients to Gather Cottage cheese: my protein-packed bestie! I prefer using…

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Cellulite is overfilled fat pockets right under the skin due to enlarging the fat cells to take up more space between the skin’s connective tissues than normal. These additional fats deposit just below the surface of the skin gives the appearance of lumpiness, dimpled skin. Cellulite generally appears on the skin in the thighs, buttocks, pelvic region, breasts, and abdomen. It is not a serious medical condition but can be unsightly and make you conscious while wearing shots or swimming suits. Moreover, cellulite may occur in men and women both but is more common in women due to having particular…

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The 4th chapter of Chikitsasthana of Sushruta Samhita is named as Vātavyādhi Cikitsitam Adhyaya. This chapter deals with Treatment of Neurological Diseases. अथातोवातव्याधिचिकित्सितंव्याख्यास्यामः।।१।।यथोवाचभगवान्धन्वन्तरिः।।२।। We will now expound Vātavyādhi cikitsita – treatment of diseases caused by (aggravated) vāta (diseases of the nervous system); as revealed by the venerable Dhanvantari. Āśayagata vāta cikitsă  आमाशयगतेवातेच्छर्दयित्वायथाक्रमम्।।देय :षड्धरणोयोगःसप्तरात्रंसुखाम्बुना।।३।।चित्रकेन्द्रयवेपाठाकटुकाऽतिविषाऽभया।।वातव्याधिप्रशमनोयोगःषड्धरणःस्मृतः।।४।। Chardana – In Amashayagata Vata i.e. aggravated vata lodged in the stomach – chardana / vamana – emesis therapy should be administered. Shaddharana Yoga – After vamana, Shaddharana Yoga i.e. Shaddharana Churna should be given mixed with lukewarm water for a period of seven days. Alternatively warm…

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