Healthy

It is a cruel irony that one of the safest and healthiest things we can do immediately became one of the most dangerous during the COVID era. Hardcore training classes - spin classes, HIIT circuit lessons, Zumba raves, you name it - can make your heart rate pump and ultimately help you lose weight, be happier and live longer, but they are also usually conducted in a windowless gym room where people breathe extra hard and push virus particles further than they…

This popular meal or snack can be made at home or ordered at a restaurant. Your basic avocado toast is made with crusty or toasted bread topped with the buttery flavor of mashed, ripe avocado and sprinkled with salt and pepper. There are many variations to this beloved breakfast—I love mine drizzled with a balsamic glaze, my daughter prefers hers topped with sliced strawberries, and my son insists on his topped with an over-easy egg. No matter what your preference—the basic stays the same: bread, avocado, and salt. If…

Coffee can definitely be defined as a health elixir. It's been found to reduce prostate cancer risk, reduce heart failure risk and even lower your risk of hearing loss. And drinking a dark roast may even help you lose weight. But for certain people, coffee may actually have more negative side effects than positive. We asked nutritionists about the people that should skip drinking coffee for better health, and here's what they said. Read on, and for more on healthy eating, don't miss What Happens To Your Body When You…

So many great things come with age—but new research has discovered that as many of us get older, wisdom and discipline don't always dictate our choices. In fact, when it comes to diet, a new study has found overwhelming evidence that how our tastes evolve over time may put us at greater risk for two of the most common (and most threatening) medical events. For decades, we've known that too much sodium can lead to problems like cardiovascular disease and high blood pressure, which can cause stroke. Researchers in Japan…

Imagine your perfect Sunday breakfast. Maybe it includes a morning cup of coffee, a stack of pancakes, a glass of orange juice, and of course, a plate of fluffy, perfectly cooked scrambled eggs. This tantalizing breakfast can get us daydreaming about the weekend, but truly realizing this vision, especially the perfect plate of scrambled eggs, is easier said than done. Anytime we pour whisked eggs into a hot pan, we immediately open the floodgates to cooking challenges, ranging from using the wrong amount of heat, all the way…

Even before a global pandemic arrived last year, constant stress had become so ubiquitous many of our lives that most of us had simply learned to live with it. But according to a 2020 survey put together by the American Psychological Association, it’s time we take greater action, as stress levels in America have now reached "national mental health crisis" levels. While it's true that a certain level of stress is unavoidable—and perhaps even healthy—there are a number of signs that stress is not only controlling your life…

Incorporating simple healthy eating habits into your day is one of the best things you can do for your body. It can make a huge difference in how you feel and look in the long run, which is why we consulted our new Eat This, Not That! Medical Expert Board members to share some of their favorite healthy eating habits that you can easily start right now. This group of certified and world-renowned doctors, nutritionists, dietitians, chefs, personal trainers, and other experts have been hand-selected by Eat This, Not That! to…

There's plenty of research out there that suggests drinking moderate amounts of wine, and particularly red wine may offer beneficial side effects, such as lower cholesterol levels and a reduced risk of heart disease or stroke. In fact, pairing red wine with cheese is even associated with greater cognitive activity in older adults. Resveratrol, a compound found in red wine and a number of other dietary sources such as the skin of grapes, peanuts, soy, and berries, has come into the spotlight in recent years for its…

If someone asked you what is your favorite condiment, do you know what you would say? For many, hot sauce is likely at the top of the list. Aside from having to pour a glass of milk to cool down your mouth after eating several chicken wings that are drenched in the stuff, do you know what else can happen to your body after eating hot sauce? Maryann Walsh, MFN, RD, CDE explains why and how three very common reactions occur after you eat something like Sriracha or Harissa. She also gives context as to what problems may…

According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 145 million American adults prefer to walk "as part of a physically active lifestyle", whether it is a daily constitutional, performing a walking exercise or simply participating in activities such as walking the dog. This is of course good. As the CDC notes, walking can help lower the risk of heart disease, stroke, depression and even certain cancers. As we have reported, walking for just…