Halloween is just around the corner, and that's the perfect time to take a hard look at all the candy, carbs, and sugars associated with the holiday. This week, we're going to look at detoxing from sugar, and how to successfully pull it off. The first step Congratulations...
Halloween is just around the corner, and that's the perfect time to take a hard look at all the candy, carbs, and sugars associated with the holiday. This week, we're going to look at quitting junk food, and a controversial study that equated kicking sweets with...
Halloween is just around the corner—the perfect time to take a hard look at all the candy, carbs, and sugars associated with the holiday. This week, we're going to look at sugar cravings, and how to stop 'em in their tracks with healthy alternatives. Sugar cravings are...
In Part 2 of 2 on our in-depth look at psoraisis, we'll tackle a variety of treatments, diet choices, living with psoraisis, and more. If you missed out on Part 1, check it out! Treatment options for psoriasis Psoriasis has no cure. Treatments aim to reduce inflammation...
You can't eat your sunscreen. But what you can eat may help against sun damage. Everyone knows to slather on the sunscreen to block the sun's UV rays, but there's one crucial step your sun-protection routine might be missing: Breakfast! Diet is an often-overlooked part of how...
Not all healthy foods are created equal. Last week, we explored 5 superfoods that are especially helpful for those with diabetes, or at risk of developing diabetes. And now, here's Part 2 of 2! (If you missed it, here's Part 1) 6 Wild Salmon (and other fish...
Not all healthy foods are created equal. Greens may be good for you, but the nutrients in iceberg lettuce may not be as plentiful as those in kale, spinach, and Swiss chard. Besides nutrient content, the glycemic index (GI) of a food may also help you make...
Spoiler alert: they’re all delicious. Heart health is not a subject to take lightly. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States. An estimated 44 million U.S. women are affected by cardiovascular disease, causing 1 in 3 women’s deaths each year. And one of the most...
Pumpkin is a type of winter squash that belongs to the Cucurbitaceae family. It’s native to North America and particularly popular around Thanksgiving and Halloween (1). In the US, pumpkin typically refers to Cucurbita pepo, an orange type of winter squash. In other regions, such as Australia, pumpkin may refer...
When you’re so hungry you’re hangry, there may be more causing those irritable feelings than your growling stomach. We’ve all been there. You can’t concentrate. You feel a headache piercing your skull. Your stomach is growling so loudly that everyone near you can hear it. And if...
What is cholesterol? Cholesterol is a type of lipid. It’s a waxy, fat-like substance that your liver produces naturally. It’s vital for the formation of cell membranes, certain hormones, and vitamin D. Cholesterol doesn’t dissolve in water, so it can’t travel through your blood on its own. To...
Finding new, healthy recipes to try when you have diabetes can be a challenge. In order to keep your blood sugar under control, you ideally want to pick recipes that are lower in carbohydrates and higher in protein, healthy fats, and fiber. Here are 6 recipes to try, straight from nutritionists...
If you've ever tried to cut back on junk food, you may have realized that it’s easier said than done. People tend to get cravings when the brain starts calling for these foods. Even though people’s rational, conscious mind "knows" that they are unhealthy, some other part...
When used alongside healthy lifestyle changes, certain beverages are more effective than others at promoting weight loss. Beverages like green tea, coffee and high-protein drinks have been shown to boost metabolism, promote fullness and decrease hunger, all of which may encourage weight loss. Here are eight drinks...
Why eating more collagen helps with aging You’ve probably seen a lot of advertising for collagen peptides or bone broth collagen scattered throughout your social feeds. And there’s a reason for the collagen spotlight right now: Collagen is the most abundant protein in our bodies. It’s what’s found in...