Healthy Eating

Foods that are rich in omega-3 fatty acids have been shown to be very beneficial for your heart health, which is why some people opt to get their daily dose in the form of a supplement if they can't get it through diet alone. However, new research suggests that not all omega-3 supplements provide health benefits for your heart. First of all, there are three main types of omega-3 fatty acids: alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA). ALA is found primarily in plant-based oils,…

When cancer runs in your family, it's only natural to want to do whatever you can to mitigate your risk. Because the food we eat can have a direct correlation with the development of cancer or increased risk of cancer, it's important to monitor your diet. Especially if you have family members who have had cancer, you'll want to do what you can to lower your chance of getting it yourself, right? In most cases, that means focusing on living a generally healthy lifestyle. For most, that could mean steering clear of certain…

The summer heat is underway which means it's time to become reacquainted with your go-to summer drink orders. Most of us would agree that on some of the hottest days, the first thing you want to do, whether on your commute to work during the week or en route to a walk around the park on the weekend, is pick up an ice-cold coffee drink. However, it's really easy to overdo it on the calories first thing in the morning when you choose an iced or frozen coffee drink. Toby Amidor, MS, RD, CDN, FAND award-winning nutrition expert…

Memorial Day is just around the corner which means it's time to amp up your recipe game and get ready to entertain family members and friends. However, if you're trying to eat more plant-based foods, the holiday could set you back as some of our favorite cookout-friendly dishes typically contain some type of meat, dairy, or eggs. Fortunately, our friends at Meatless Monday compiled a list of 15 beloved meals from food bloggers that swap out meat out for plant-based ingredients. This Memorial Day weekend, try shaking the menu…

Rob Lowe has been a fixture in Hollywood for over four decades, from his star-making turn in The Outsiders to his current role on 9-1-1: Lone Star, now in its second season. It's not talent alone that's enabled Lowe, 57, to maintain a decades-spanning career in an industry where success is so elusive. In an exclusive interview with Eat This, Not That!, Lowe opens up about how his healthy lifestyle has kept him, fit, focused, and able to tackle long hours on set. Read on to discover the habits Lowe credits for his well-being…

Whether you're sprinkling some on your salad or adding a few pinches to your homemade pasta sauce, adding salt to food is a regular part of many people's culinary routines. However, while the 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that adults consume no more than 2,300 milligrams of sodium per day, most people in the U.S. are getting significantly more than that on a daily basis. According to a 2018 study published in JAMA, the average U.S. adult consumes an estimated 3,608 milligrams of sodium per day—and that…

The popular refrain, when it comes to vitamin C, seems to be its immune-boosting abilities. Mid-pandemic, scarfing down packets of the nutrient became habitual; research even showed us how this vitamin can help lower your COVID-19 risk. But, while getting plenty of vitamin C can help prevent you from getting sick, not getting a healthy amount can have more dire consequences. It may sound mythical, like an ailment from another era, but after consulting with experts we discovered that the number one side effect of vitamin C…

You've probably heard some buzz that tart cherry juice is loaded with antioxidants that help to decrease inflammation, and vitamins and minerals that may relieve joint pain and help you recover from physical activity. But when it comes time to wind down for the day, a team of pro athletes were among the first to discover that tart cherry juice can also be a major player in how well you sleep. In recent years, tart cherry juice came onto the scene in a big way. A registered dietitian for Healthline says tart cherries—also…

The benefits of your coffee habit go beyond that morning perk you crave. Not only is coffee said to be good for your liver (yes, really), now brand new research is suggesting that coffee may also add years to your life. Researchers at Korea's Chung-Ang University, in collaboration with the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency, conducted a new study that's been published in the latest issue of the peer-reviewed Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Looking specifically at their population, the study aimed…

For years now, coconut water brands have been thought to deliver the ultimate hydration benefits (yes, including for a hangover). That's not entirely so, a registered dietitian has just warned. If you're not sure of exactly what you're buying, coconut water can lead to one rather undesirable effect. Registered dietitian Lizzie Streit, M.S., R.D., L.D.N., has explained to Healthline that while coconut water is a natural source of minerals that provide hydration, it can have one uncomfortable effect. RELATED: The One Vitamin…