Healthy Eating

Maintaining your mental health is no easy task. Everything from sleep to exercise to diet can play a role and sometimes it's hard to know exactly what to do in order to get to a point of feeling your best. Your diet could be mentally weighing you down, so making some simple changes could be a great place to start. We're not talking about switching up your whole diet, of course, because that can be tough. Instead, we were curious to find out if there's one food making our mental health worse. In order to do so, we consulted…

If the thought of cracking open an ice-cold beer on a hot summer day sounds irresistibly appealing, you may want to hit pause on the beer commercial running through your brain and tune into this PSA: Kicking the beer can (or bottle or draft) can have amazing health benefits. And you don't have to be in the habit of doing keg-stands to reap the rewards. Below, some of the potential side effects of easing up on the ale. Don't think you need to cut back? You might want to check out these 5 subtle signs you're drinking too much…

Though you may look forward to your weekly wine night or thirsty Thursday, alcohol consumption should be practiced in moderation as with any vice. Having too much booze isn't just problematic for our waistline, but it can also impact other areas of our bodies, including major organs, like our heart. If you ever notice questionable reactions after an evening of drinking, you may need to cut back. Here, a nutrition expert divulges the secret side effects drinking alcohol can have on your body—specifically your heart. Then, for…

Milk is often touted for bone health because of its calcium and vitamin D levels—which both play a role in bone growth—but a new study in the International Journal of Obesity suggests it could also be beneficial for your heart, as well. Researchers assessed genetic biomarkers for just 417,000 people and found that those who consumed milk regularly had a higher amount of body fat compared to non-drinkers, but they also tended to have lower cholesterol and reduced risk of heart disease. The study's lead researcher, Elina…

Cherries, grapes, white peaches. Bananas, apricots, cantaloupe. Watermelon, apples, pears. We could go on and on, but we'll get to the heart of it: Fruit is refreshing, delicious, and affordable. It's also really darn good for you and can help amp up your weight loss efforts—big time. To that end, we tapped dietitians to share all the amazing ways fruit can fill you up and slim you down. Read on, and for more on how to eat healthy, don't miss 15 Underrated Weight Loss Tips That Actually Work.…

You fell in love with your at-home coffee routine during the pandemic, but you might be left with a different taste in your mouth as you begin to sip your daily cup of joe on-the-go again. Thankfully, a psychology expert has revealed that there's a scientific reason why the coffee in your to-go mug tastes simply tastes different than it does in the comfort of your own place. For regular coffee drinkers, pouring a cup of joe every morning is somewhat of a religious practice. No matter how you feel about your to-go coffee…

These days, there are so many different types of yogurts to choose from that it's almost overwhelming. However, a recent survey of 1,014 Americans reveals that a majority of consumers still prefer one specific type of yogurt. Despite an impressive increase in plant-based alternatives to dairy products, Americans remain drawn to dairy-based yogurt, cheese, milk, and ice cream. According to a new survey conducted by the International Food Information Council (IFIC), 72% of adults who consume dairy foods or beverages do so…

Whether you've been looking for vegan alternatives to your favorite animal-based fats or just love adding a touch of tropical flavor to your dishes, odds are you've considered—or tried—incorporating coconut oil into your cooking. And it's not just coconut oil's trendiness that makes it deserving of a spot on your menu—there's some evidence that this flavorful fat packs an impressive résumé when it comes to your health and wellbeing. However, there is some bad that comes along with the good, and there are some not-so-pleasant…

When figures on social media promote a dare that involves your body, it's wise to consider if there's any chance it could affect your health… even if the challenge seems harmless. Unfortunately, a young woman learned this the hard way after she tried what some TikTok users are calling "dry scooping" before her workout. Now that she's survived a heart attack that was caused by the experiment, she's speaking out about her mistake, with nutrition experts joining in to share their warnings. The New York Post recently reported…

Humans have been kicking their legs up and pouring a glass of wine (or, perhaps more accurately, a goblet) as far back in history as we know of. Modern wine-lovers have no shortage of ways to consume. From a myriad of different types and flavors to a growing list of inventive sipping accessories. In the United States alone, the wine industry contributes $220 billion to our economy annually—a statistic that came to light pre-pandemic and, therefore, could definitely skew low comparatively. But as summer rolls out promises or…