A little gland called the thyroid is positioned near the base of your neck, directly below the voice box. The medical term for thyroid is Glandula Thyreoidea. The thyroid gland is butterfly-shaped, and its two side lobes are joined at the front by a thin strip of tissue. These lobes rest against the windpipe and […]
Antioxidants are compounds found in several bright-coloured fruits and vegetables. The primary function of antioxidants is to protect our body’s cells from free radical damage. This, in turn, prevents premature ageing and various chronic diseases. If the levels of free radicals in your body go unchecked, these unstable molecules can accumulate. It can result in […]
Tea is the second most consumed beverage in the world after water. And India is the 2nd largest producer of tea in the world. Interestingly, around 80% of the total tea produced in India is consumed by the domestic population. Black tea is one of the most common tea varieties. It is a more oxidised […]
No one ever really plans to miss a workout — but sometimes life gets in the way. Whether you miss a workout for a fun reason (a weekend getaway, a party, a date) or a not-so-fun reason (an injury, a rough workday, a bad head cold) you may wonder what effect that missed workout will […]
Pose like an icon. Written by Robert Zeglinski Last updated on March 29, 2023 Ronnie Coleman pieced together an exemplary bodybuilding career on the strength of a massive physique and impeccable commitment to his training. In the process, he also developed a few “signature” moves that helped him win eight consecutive Mr. Olympia titles (1998-2005) […]
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Johnson and Clayton stood tall in South Carolina. Written by Robert Zeglinski Last updated on March 29, 2023 Sumer Johnson and Andrew Clayton are the respective strongwoman and strongman champions of the 2023 Clash on the Coast. The contest took place on Mar. 24-26, 2023, in Hilton Head, SC. The strongwoman division featured was U82KG. […]
Cutler believes the Men’s Open division is as stacked as it’s been in years. Written by Robert Zeglinski Last updated on March 29, 2023 At this point in time, the Men’s Open division resembles a loaded gauntlet. Usually, a bodybuilding class will feature a champion, in this case, Hadi Choopan, and only another worthy contender […]
Marcelle came, saw, conquered, and almost did it by accident. Written by Robert Zeglinski Last updated on March 29, 2023 An unmitigated powerhouse, Sherine Marcelle entered 2023 with big plans and a roadmap to fulfill them. The superstar powerlifter seems to have fulfilled her mission. On Mar 25, 2023, during the World Raw Powerlifting Federation […]
Fatty liver is a condition that occurs when too much fat builds up in the liver cells. It can lead to the liver becoming enlarged and swollen. In severe cases, fatty liver can lead to liver cirrhosis and failure. Luckily, fatty liver is reversible. One of the most praised qualities of the liver is its […]