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#1 The Most Popular Cocktail in Every State, We've all been taking part in Zoom happy hours with friends, family, and coworkers this past year, which has led to us honing in on our bartending skills to go along with all of the banana bread we've been making. Staying at home the past year has led to an increase in alcohol sales across the United States as people have become their own bartenders. Home bar carts are stocked with unique glasses, shakers, favorite brands of tequila and bourbon, and all the extras to make a…

#1 Major Side Effect of Eating Processed Meat, A charcuterie board is one of the best things to serve at a social gathering. Often decked out with an assortment of cured meats and artisan cheeses, a charcuterie board is the ultimate savory spread. Not to mention, it also requires minimal preparations. However, a study may encourage you to cut back on how frequently you serve this type of food platter to your guests. New research published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition suggests that regularly eating…

Do you Know What Happens to Your Body When You Give Up Processed Food. Everyone has heard the phrase "processed foods" by now, but many people don't really know what life would be like without them. Here's a hint: Your health, mood, and appearance will improve—dramatically! Processed foods are chemical-laden, highly-addictive foods that are carefully curated to appeal to your taste buds—even if it means causing havoc to your health. "These foods are so hard to say no to because they are loaded with added sugars and fats,…

One Major Side Effect of Eating Berries, Whether they're in a smoothie, a pastry, or any other recipe they can be added to, berries are a delicious, and nutritious fruit choice. There are many benefits to eating berries, including weight loss, as berries are high in fiber and phytonutrients. These act as "antioxidants in the body," especially blueberries, according to Lisa Richards, a nutritionist with The Candida Diet. Richards added that strawberries in particular are packed with vitamin C, which helps to improve the…

Drinking soda is an easy habit to fall back into—it's everywhere, and it's easy to consider diet versions to be a relatively harmless vice. A sip for nostalgia's sake or a quick caffeine hit can lead back to a three-a-day habit. We had two diet experts tell us what happens to your body once you finally give up the colorful carbonated menace for good. Once you drop the fizzy stuff, you're going to feel so much better. Trust us. Read on, and for more on how to eat healthy, don't miss Simple Ways to Start Losing Weight…

There are so many delicious ways to cook up Brussels sprouts. Between roasting them with different flavors or frying them up in a pan, Brussels sprouts are a tasty cruciferous vegetable that can do a lot for your body's health. But what exactly happens when you eat Brussels sprouts with your dinner or a tasty snack with a glass of wine? We spoke with a few registered dietitians regarding all the amazing reasons why you should eat Brussels sprouts regularly. Here's what they had to say, and for even more healthy tips, be sure…

According to behavioral psychologists, successful weight loss is not just the result of you choosing to exercise more and fill your food basket with more fruits and vegetables. It's about gaining a much greater understanding of your daily habits and behaviors - as well as your environment - and knowing how these factors interact to influence the choices you make for your health. The popular weight loss app Noom, for example, is completely built on the process of…

Many Americans take vitamins and minerals in the form of a supplement on a daily basis. Whether it's to help improve skin health or keep the immune system in optimal condition, there are many benefits of taking a supplement. Right now, the spotlight is on one such mineral for its potential ability to protect against obesity. According to new research published in eLife, adding selenium to your diet may help protect against obesity—at least, that was the case for mice. The results from this study may lead to interventions…

If you can, walking is without a doubt the easiest and most effective way to exercise regularly for good health and fitness. After all, the learning curve is non-existent. Ah, but is it really? The only way, in fact the best way, to get the most out of your daily walk is to learn about how to go, suggest many studies and a walking expert we talked to who says The key to making your daily walk more efficient is to simply shorten the step. "We are so…

While more and more people are getting the COVID vaccine each day, there is still something to keep in mind: The coronavirus itself is still spreading across the country and the world. And while there aren't foods that can prevent you from contracting COVID-19, there are ways to make viral symptoms less painful and keep you at your healthiest. In the same way you'd do during flu season, now is still a great time to load up on nutrients like vitamin C, as well as to keep practicing hygiene measures like proper hand-washing.…