Healthy Eating

Diabetes affects an estimated 34.2 million people in the U.S., or 10.5% of the country's total population, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Diabetes Statistics Report 2020. For those with the condition, carefully monitored food intake is essential to staying healthy and reducing potential complications. Fortunately, there's one food you may already have on hand that experts consider a near-perfect addition to your diabetes diet: walnuts. "Walnuts are a fantastic food to include in a…

There are 52 IKEA locations in 26 states across the U.S., and hundreds of thousands of products are sold in stores and online every day. If you've purchased certain kitchenware from the retailer anytime between August 2019 and May 2021, anyone who uses it could be at risk. IKEA has issued a recall of 148,000 plates, bowls, and mugs because they could become brittle and break, according to an announcement posted on its website. If this happens when hot food or liquid is in one of the recalled products, it could pose a burn…

We're going to let you in on some very important information—less than 10% of Americans consume the recommended 2.5-3 cups of vegetables per day. That means there's likely a good chance you're not eating enough veggies in your diet. We get it, though—veggies aren't necessarily the most exciting food option around. But they do pack a ton of health benefits, including key vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that your body needs. They also keep you fuller longer and support good gut health (thank you, fiber!), and they even…

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…