Healthy Eating

You might think caffeinated coffee is not good for your heart health, thanks to effects like the increase in heart rate and higher blood pressure. However, a team of researchers for the American Heart Association recently stirred up some surprising findings about the effects of coffee on the heart—including that decaf coffee leads to a higher risk of one serious heart condition. The American Heart Association recently backed a study that closely examined previously unidentified factors that lead to death from heart disease.…

There is absolutely nothing wrong with wanting to be healthy. Eating a healthy diet, moving your body, and getting an adequate amount of sleep are all massively important for your body's physical and mental happiness. However, if you're constantly hearing poor dieting advice straight from toxic diet culture, it can be difficult to decipher what's truly healthy and what's not. That's why we spoke with a few registered dietitians regarding popular diet habits that are completely wrecking your body. While restricting your food…

To eat eggs or to not eat eggs? There are plenty of health benefits tied to the food, however, as is the case with most foods—there are also some potential downsides to watch out for. But first, let's start with the positives. Egg yolks contain lutein, which is a type of vitamin called a carotenoid. It's also related to beta-carotene, which has antioxidant properties. The vitamin has been shown to help protect eye health by staving off cataracts and improving symptoms associated with age-related macular degeneration (AMD).…

Whether you use it to dunk cookies or pour it in your coffee or tea, drinking milk is part of many Americans' daily routines. And fortunately, that may not be a problem for people struggling with high cholesterol after all. A new study conducted by researchers at the University of Reading and published in the May 2021 volume of the International Journal of Obesity reviewed the milk consumption of 1,904,220 adults. Among these individuals, those who had a specific genetic variation associated with the consumption of milk…

Trillions of cicadas are taking over some parts of the eastern U.S. for the first time in 17 years. While simply annoying, loud, and gross to some, others have waited almost two decades for this tasty treat, and they are revealing their cicada recipes. People are grilling, sauteeing, and serving up these bugs, called Brood X. And with about 1.5 million of them per acre, there's plenty to pass around the table, maybe as Spicy Popcorn Cicadas or Cicada Cookies? Filled with alternate, which is a sustainable protein, they…

Whether it's a cola with dinner or a lemon-lime soda at the movies, drinking soda is part of everyday life for many Americans. According to Healthy Food America's "Sugary Drinks in America" report, the average American drinks at least one sugary drink per day, with soda being the most popular sweetened beverage in the country. However, if you're considering ditching those sugary drinks—or have already scaled back—you might just notice more than a few positive changes in your health. Read on to discover exactly what happens…

If you didn't think eating certain foods could help you live a long and happy life, think again! There are plenty of nutritious foods that can help extend your lifespan. While eating a diet rich in nutritious wholesome foods can help you live a longer life, there are a few particular popular foods that have been proven in multiple studies to add years to your life. So, what are those foods, and are they easy to obtain? Absolutely! Here are the popular foods proven to make you live longer to stock up on right now. Then, be…

The pandemic caused all of us to go a little out of control with our eating habits—and for valid reasons! However, instead of trying to test out a crash diet (which isn't sustainable and often causes stress) why not try consciously unlearning the habits you picked up during quarantine? In a recent survey executed by Google and supervised by Glenn Livingston, PhD, psychologist, and author of "Never Binge Again," it was found that Americans, on average, consumed 4,200+ extra calories per week due to COVD-19. "Many are planning…

Anxiety disorders are among the most common mental illnesses in the U.S., affecting about 18% of the population each year. While they're treatable, less than 37% of those who have one don't receive treatment for it. Some people are opposed to taking medication—between deeply ingrained mental health stigmas and fear of side effects, there are plenty of reasons why someone may not feel comfortable taking an antidepressant. However, recent research has demonstrated some promising results. A new study published in Cell Reports…

There are many health benefits of taking a vitamin D supplement. From supporting your immune system and helping fight off infectious diseases (such as COVID-19) to improving mental health, the vitamin is not one to leave out in your diet. Below, we pinpoint four surprising side effects you likely wouldn't have thought could occur from having insufficient vitamin D levels. Then, be sure to check out The One Vitamin Doctors Are Urging Everyone to Take Right Now.…