Enter the World of Exercise Entertainment

The inside of a gym probably is one of the least scenic places on earth—rows of machines, sweating bodies, and mats on the floor. However, when you hook up to a new generation of fitness-related equipment, you can transport yourself a world away or simply make your living room a fun place to...

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Next to quitting smoking, what’s the best way to reduce my chances of heart attack?

Pamela S. Douglas, MD, president of the American College of Cardiology, responds: Committing to a healthy lifestyle is the best way you can reduce your chances of a heart attack. Good health doesn't happen overnight, and there are some risk factors you can’t change—like your age, gender, and family history. But by...

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Ice-Cream Topping Treats

If you're just not a plain Jane or John, you can flavor your next scoop of reduced-fat ice cream with smart toppings like these: 1 teaspoon of chopped walnuts, pistachios, almonds, or dark chocolate mini chips. How about 1 tablespoon of crushed cereal made with whole grain, pureed strawberries, mango salsa, or all-fruit preserves. Another option is to try a few banana slices, or try apple pieces (microwave with 1...