Healthy Eating

Not only do chickpeas taste great, but they're also highly versatile in both main meals and snacks. For example, you can mash them and make your own homemade hummus dip for veggie sticks, or season them with cumin and chili powder and roast them on a tray in the oven. Bottom line: chickpeas can be enjoyed in a number of ways—almost all of which are highly nutritious. However, as is the case with just about any food (yes, even the healthiest ones!) there is one side effect you should be cognizant of, especially if you eat too…

It's no news that soda isn't great for you, but you may only be thinking in terms of your waistline or even your heart health. Your immune system, on the other hand, may be overlooked. Since soda is primarily made of sugar and sugar is known to weaken immune function, it's fair to say that soda can wreak havoc on your body's ability to combat illness, correct? Below, we break down just five ways routine soda consumption can pose a threat to your immunity, and after, don't miss 15 Underrated Weight Loss Tips That Actually…

The One Meals Dietitians Cannot Advocate Sufficient, is accessible, and most importantly, tastes great is sometimes easier said than done. And as a registered dietitian, I have a shortlist of foods that check all three boxes. And among my brief list, the one food that tops it is the humble strawberry. While there are other foods that pack a punch in the nutrition department, not many are as versatile and accepted as that juicy red berry that is loved by many. And if a food doesn't taste good, why bother eating it—am I…

What Occurs To Your Physique When You Eat Rice.When you need the perfect side dish, nothing hits the spot quite like rice. This grain can complement almost anything you can throw at it, and depending on the variety, can contain a wealth of health-boosting nutrients that keep you moving through the day. No one can argue that adding a side of rice to your meals can help fill you up, but have you ever wondered what actually happens to your body once you eat rice? With so many rice varieties on the market, learning the in's…

What Occurs To Your Physique When You Eat Broccoli. It’s green, it’s packed with good-for-you vitamins and minerals, and it may even make those visits to the bathroom more regular.

From salmon to sardines, Atlantic herring to Atlantic mackerel, there are multiple health benefits of eating fish. Packed with protein, vitamins, and minerals, fish is also a low-calorie, zero-carb food filled with polyunsaturated fatty acids, a type of healthy fat that falls under the category of essential nutrients. It's no wonder fish consumption has been on the rise. According to the latest statistics from the Fisheries of the United States report, which was compiled by the U.S. Department of Commerce, Americans enjoyed…

Tossing and turning at night is an all-too-common problem for countless people. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as of 2014, more than one-third of Americans got under seven hours of sleep at night, which can lead to a long list of health complications, from increasing your risk of heart disease to exacerbating mood disturbances. However, if you’re struggling to fall asleep or stay asleep, popping a pill isn’t the only way to help—the right tea can also make a major difference when it comes…

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…