Healthy Eating

If you enjoy drinking a glass of wine every now and then but wouldn't go as far as to describe yourself as an oenophile, buying wine can all too often feel like a crap-shoot. After all, most regular wine shoppers—myself included—care little about things like acidity, yeast strains, tannins, soil, and provenance, and are far more concerned about two things: the color and the price. The taste? Most of the time, we're simply hoping for the best. Savvier non-wine snobs, meanwhile, may know a few handy tricks for spotting good…

If you're trying to eat healthier, you probably know that you should swap out red meat and other foods loaded in saturated fat for lean protein options with healthy fats, such as salmon. Still, you could be putting yourself at risk for hypertension (also referred to as high blood pressure) and certain cancers if you're not factoring in inflammation as well. Now, researchers have identified a diet that can help prevent inflammation. As it turns out, the traditional Tanzanian diet yields significantly less inflammation than…

Protein is an essential component of your diet, but not all protein is equally good for you. One of the most controversial proteins is red meat, which is a source of high-quality protein and rich in essential nutrients like iron. At the same time, public health officials urge people to minimize their intake because of the various health risks associated with eating red meat, including increased cholesterol levels in your blood. (Related: The 7 Healthiest Foods to Eat Right Now). A new study that involved over 100,000…

When you turn 40, it's natural for you to take a close look at your diet and habits. There's a good chance you'll realize it's time to eliminate what's not working for you anymore. For most, the first thing that needs some adjustment is the list of foods you may be eating. What you need to properly fuel your body in your 40s isn't the same as what was needed in your 20s! You don't want to feel any aches and pains, and you want to help slow down the aging process as best you can. That starts with getting rid of certain foods…

For most coffee drinkers, there is a clear evolution over time. In your early days—maybe in college—your daily java was likely filled with milk and sugar. As you started actually to enjoy the taste of coffee, you gradually removed additives. And eventually, you grew accustomed to black coffee since it didn’t need anything additional to make it drinkable. If you're in this last stage, you're in luck: black coffee on its own, whether hot or iced, is beneficial for our health. Here, amazing things that happen to your body when…

Food trends come and go—from the rise and fall of the cronut to the days when activated charcoal was giving a goth look to everything from ice cream to bread. However, if you’re looking for a food trend that’s more than just Instagram fodder, there’s one superfood experts are going wild for right now: hemp seeds. "Hemp seeds are one of the few plant sources of omega-3 fatty acids which are great for heart health and reduced inflammation," explains Shena Jaramillo, MS, RD, of Peace & Nutrition. "They are a good source of…

You already know how important it is to take care of your eyes so you can avoid diseases like age-related macular degeneration and cataracts later in life. However, the latest research has given us another good reason to focus on our eye health. In addition to improving your quality of life, it could actually help you live longer. In a February 2021 meta-analysis published in The Lancet Global Health, researchers looked at the data of 48,000 people from 17 studies. They found that the risk of mortality was 29% higher in…

Turmeric is one of the most healing spices you can get your hands on and it's what gives curry its vibrant yellow, borderline orange pigment. Research has routinely demonstrated the centuries-old spice exhibits both anti-inflammatory and medicinal properties, which in turn, may help to reduce the risk of various chronic diseases and conditions. However, according to Dr. Vikki Petersen, certified nutritionist, chiropractor, and functional medicine doctor, there are a few groups of people who should avoid turmeric—especially…

Garlic is one of those rare and wonderful foods that's not only extremely flavorful, but also almost unequivocally healthy. You can feel good about loading up on garlicky veggies, piquant bruschetta, or creamy hummus just about any time (except maybe right before a date)! But what exactly happens to your body when you eat garlic? Used for centuries in folk medicine to treat a number of health complaints, garlic has a long history as a home remedy. These days, science shows its benefits are based on solid evidence. Check out…

A banana a day… keeps your gut health in check. So it's not exactly a catchy rhyme or widespread saying, but it is true. When it comes to the benefits of eating bananas every day, it's all in what the fruit does for your gut. Here's why, and for even more healthy tips, be sure to check out our list of The 7 Healthiest Foods to Eat Right Now. Nutritionist Heather Hanks explained that bananas are one of the only foods that contain prebiotic fiber, "a type of fiber that 'feeds' the good bacteria in your gut." The benefits of…