Healthy Eating

Beans are having a moment. As plant-based lifestyles continue to trend, consumers are increasingly looking for new ways to eat protein. Nowadays, weaning off animal products is made possible by imitation-meat and every kind of supplement imaginable. But before all that, there was the original, all-natural protein source for vegetarians: beans. And in this new plant-based craze, beans have not been forgotten. In addition to the long-standing bean burger, the market has also been flooded with everything from bean…

Sometimes, we have a few extra pounds to lose, but instead of turning to crash dieting, why not just pick up a piece of fruit? Naturally sweet and high in vitamins, minerals, and satiating fiber, fruit is the way to go when it comes to achieving sustainable weight loss. Below, we hand-picked just five delicious options that may help curb hunger so you don't overeat. And then, don't miss 15 Underrated Weight Loss Tips That Actually Work for additional insight! Bananas Bananas are quite filling, especially if you…

Despite the increased rollout of COVID-19 vaccines, the pandemic isn't over yet. In fact, in some states, the seven-day averages in new cases are slightly on the rise once again. So, even though one-third of U.S. adults have received at least one dose of the vaccine it's still important to do everything you can to keep your body's first line of defense strong—your immune system. While there are many foods that can support immune function, there's also a list of snacks and meals to limit your intake of, as they could suppress…

Did you know your diet plays a critical role in maintaining a healthy, well-functioning immune system? Some foods pack a particularly powerful combination of nutrients that play a part in immune health—and oatmeal happens to be one of them. Not only are oats incredibly rich in cholesterol-lowering fiber, high-quality protein, but they also contain a wide range of essential minerals and other compounds with a high level of antioxidant activity. Need another excuse to dig into a hearty bowl of oats? Below, we've rounded…

Snag a snack that's healthful to the core: an apple!  While apples aren't the first thing you think of when you say "superfood," this fruit is one of the best. Eating apples has been linked to a reduced risk of countless diseases, from type 2 diabetes to cardiovascular disease. Researchers believe its apples' rich concentration of bioactive polyphenol compounds, antioxidants, and fiber that contribute to their wide-reaching health benefits. If you aren't already eating apples, these are the convincing reasons why you…

You have probably heard many different opinions about sandwiches over the years. While some may avoid them altogether because of the carb-dense bread, others relish being able to have a complete meal compacted into a handheld option. The good news is sandwiches are incredibly customizable, and, based on your food preferences, you can get creative with your ingredients to build a meal suitable for your energy and nutrient needs. (See: 25 Healthy Sandwich Recipes Under 500 Calories.) Variety in food choices is valuable…

While filling your pantry with all kinds of healthy staples is a smart thing to do, your freezer can also be your secret weapon for storing healthy foods that would otherwise go bad in the fridge. From easy frozen dinners to simply stocking up on lean proteins, veggies, and fruits, your freezer can be a one-stop-shop for making a healthy meal every single night. If you're looking to stock up on healthy freezer foods for the first time, there's one frozen item in particular that you should reach for first, and that's a…

Don't break out the champagne just yet. If getting the COVID-19 vaccine has you brainstorming the ways you'll celebrate, one specific beverage choice could cost you—and not in the way you might think. For anyone wondering whether drinking alcohol after getting the COVID-19 vaccine could weaken your immune system, we have your answer… with an important point to keep in mind. There's been a good bit of research and chatter about the things you should, and shouldn't, do surrounding the moment you get the COVID-19 vaccine.…

It turns out you've been slicing and storing apples wrong all this time. We know, we had questions at first too. How else can an apple divide, if not down one side and then the other, leaving two awkward smaller chunks around the core? Is there another way, besides laying the semi-circle chunks flat-side-down and cutting them into several thinner pieces from there? And is there a way to store those slices so the apples stay fresh for longer? There is, and its benefits are tenfold. Here's what you need to do, and for even…

It's been widely reported that alcohol sales saw a boom this past year, as the COVID-19 lockdown put many of us in a frenzy of stress without a lot of methods to ease it. If your drinking habit has been on your mind, a new study is providing more insight into why moderation may be key. A new analysis of past studies that will soon be published in the journal Alcohol and Alcoholism looked at 80 samples of 63,000 study participants. The past studies had largely examined three independent variables: How much and how…