Healthy Eating

Nine-time Olympic medalist Allyson Felix is set to compete in the 400-meter dash at the Tokyo Olympics next week in what will be her fifth and final Olympic Games. Felix, whose Olympic career began in 2004, is currently tied with Merlene Ottey of Jamaica (1980-2000) as the third most decorated track and field Olympian of all time. The track star was slated to compete in the mixed-gender 4×400 relay on Friday, but the U.S. team was disqualified due to an exchange between the first and second legs, Elija Godwin and Lynna Irby.…

Whether you can't imagine eating crudités or chips without a side of guacamole or love to add some sliced avocado to your toast in the morning, there's no denying that avocado is one delicious fruit. While many avocado aficionados may recognize that the fruit's high fat content makes it more satisfying than your average apple or pear, there's a surprising side effect of eating avocado even the biggest guac geeks may not know: as a good source of potassium, avocado may help soothe muscle pain. "Avocados contain more potassium…

The American Heart Association has stated that around 121.5 million Americans suffer from some form of cardiovascular disease (CVD), and that by the year 2035, 45% of all Americans will have some form of heart disease. Interestingly, if you're someone who's been diagnosed with heart disease and partake in occasional, moderate drinking, a new study suggests that particular pattern may not only be unnecessary for you to change, but it could actually help prevent you from experiencing more related conditions. This week, a team…

Dinner is an event. From dinner parties to dinner dates, we are often congregating around the final meal of the day in some semi-celebratory capacity. But even on more standard nights, dinner remains a staple for our health. The third and final meal delivers a necessary kick of nutrients, rounding out the day. Done right, it's a dietary must. Done wrong, and you could face the effects of partaking in these worst dinner habits for your waistline. We consulted nutritionist Joe Johnson, head of 9 to 5 Nutrition, and get his…

I can't tell you how many times I have had clients, friends, and family members ask for my tips on how to slow aging. A well-balanced diet, exercise, stress management, and adequate sleep are a collection of habits that serve the body well, but what about supplements that can possibly allow for a longer life? While there is not a capsule on the market that stops time and slows aging, there are certain nutrients that may be able to slow the hands of time and even reverse some damage. Antioxidants are your best friends when it…

Research has demonstrated time and time again that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Why? Besides increased alertness and concentration and having a higher quality diet, it can also help you lose belly fat or attain a flatter, bloat-free tummy. "Many of breakfast's benefits relate to reducing belly fat. Eating breakfast helps kick-starts metabolism and in doing so, reduces the risk for obesity," says Lauri Wright, PhD, RDN, LD, FADA, registered dietitian nutritionist and spokesperson for the Academy of…

Raise your hand if you agree that there's just no pick-me-up quite like cold brew. The bold flavor, frothy texture, and tantalizing chill of the coffee beverage have amassed a ton of fans. In fact, this week, the CEO of Starbucks reported that sales of the chain's cold beverages accounted for 74% of U.S. sales in the spring—beating out the popularity of the chain's hot beverages. Cold brew, we can only assume, probably had a huge hand in that movement. That said, there's still a lot more we can all learn about this trendy…

The Olympic Games usually bring to mind athletic physiques, healthy bodies, and strict nutritional guidelines for peak performance. But the amount of food the Olympic Village dining halls provide for their visiting athletes is absolutely mind-blowing. It's become the food court many of us can only construe in our dreams, offering every type of cuisine you can imagine, from junk food (Big Macs, churros, doughnuts), to Asian, Indian, Mexican, and Italian cuisines, to even regional delicacies from the hosting city (Lillehammer,…

Athletes require proper nutrition to help them fuel and recover from the hours worth of physical training they put in every single day in preparation for the Olympic Games. With such intentional dietary choices, this means there are several indulgences they admittedly steer clear of in the midst of their training. Sure, there are times where Olympians crave something sweet, like a sugary cereal or even candy—they're human after all! But, based on several interviews over the years, it's clear that Olympic athletes from all…

It's always fun to discover an easy, new addition to your diet that could deliver big health benefits. That may be the case for a particular kind of fresh fruit juice that a team of scientists have noted is so powerful, they're working to make it more available to you year-round. According to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, scientists at the University of Georgia's Department of Food Science and Technology have been looking into the potential benefits of products made from watermelons and cantaloupe. Specifically, they…