Healthy Eating

When you're really hungry for a snack, you may want to stay away from those online shopping sales. The hormone that tells your brain it's time to eat may also convince you it's time to spend money, suggests new research presented at the 2021 meeting of the Endocrine Society. Higher levels of the hormone ghrelin, the so-called "hunger hormone," which stimulates appetite, predicts a greater desire for speedy monetary rewards even when delaying the payday results in receiving more money, according to a study at Massachusetts…

Bread often gets a bad reputation. "There are too many carbs in bread" or "bread will make you bloat" are all common complaints associated with the popular bakery item. While these things are true if you eat two slices of bread more than once a day, and on a regular basis, bread can still fit into a healthy diet. The trick? In addition to limiting your intake, the key is to find a brand that contains quality ingredients. Sydney Greene, MS, RD, registered dietitian and member of our medical board, shares a few tips on how you…

Microwaves sure are convenient when it comes to heating up your food. You pop in your container or plate, let it heat up for a couple of minutes, and voila! Your food is ready. Or…is it? How many times have you gone to heat up a plate of food, only to find out that the food is still cold in the center? If this has happened to you while microwaving your meals, then you should be aware of the one major side effect of eating microwave meals, because if your food isn't heated through all of the way it could cause some serious…

It's the end of April, which means that beautiful flowers are in full bloom; and consequently, our eyes are itchier than ever and our noses are routinely runny. More than 50 million Americans suffer from allergies each year, and many of us are currently struggling the minute we walk out of the door. However, there may be a few foods that can help ease those pesky seasonal allergies. "A study that was released by the National Institute of Health found that the lack of diversity in the gut microbiota, aka good bacteria in the…

We challenge you to go over to any friend or family member's house and open their freezer to find it completely empty. Most of us will always have something stocked in the freezer with one thing top of mind: frozen foods are incredibly convenient. Pop them in the microwave, toss them in the oven, or throw them in a quick stir fry—they're an easy way to have a meal that's ready in minutes. But if you've read about things like 5 Worst Frozen Foods Making You Gain Weight, you may be considering tossing out your favorite freezer…

Our kitchens tend to be one of the most wasteful places in our homes. Food waste and plastic build-up are easily the most prominent forms of waste in our landfills. Between plastic packaging for our food products and waste-friendly products when we order takeout like cups, straws, napkins, and even plasticware, throwing out trash has become second nature to our society. According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the average American throws out 4.9 pounds of waste every single day, which is up by…

While most of us choose to start our day with a coffee and think nothing of it besides the fact that we're about to get a boost of energy, depending on your order, you may be in for something totally unexpected. Unfortunately, just because a drink has "coffee" in the name doesn't mean you'll actually reap the benefits of the antioxidant-rich bean. Yes, you may still get a jolt of energy from the caffeine, but if you order any of the unhealthiest coffee beverages, you're more likely to get bogged down under a blanket of…

Ever wonder why oatmeal is considered a heart-healthy breakfast? This morning staple is constantly recommended by doctors and dietitians when it comes to choosing a heart-healthy breakfast. But why exactly is oatmeal considered healthy for your heart? We asked a few experts the real reason behind why this breakfast food is considered healthy for your heart, and their answers did not disappoint. Here are a few surprising side effects oatmeal has on your heart (the good and the bad), and for even more healthy eating tips, be…

Today is Earth Day, and while we should take measures to take care of our planet daily, there's even more reason to go the extra mile on this day. From picking up trash at a public park or investing in a compost bin to reduce food waste, there are many ways you can give the environment a little extra tender, love, and care today. Aside from compost—a process that enables food scraps and other organic materials that would otherwise go to waste to be repurposed as fertilizer for plants—there are many ways you can reduce food…

Sleep is essential for your body to function properly, and if you're like most Americans, you're not getting nearly enough. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than a third of American adults are not getting enough sleep on a regular basis. And you should be getting at least seven hours per night in order to best maintain your health and wellbeing. There is good news (and incentive to make progress here!): Getting more sleep can help you drop unwanted pounds. If that's not as simple for…