Healthy

When you think of fast food, it is unlikely that "healthy" will come to mind. However, a registered dietitian suggests that eating a meal from McDonald's as often is not as bad for your health as you might think. In fact, there are some options The beloved fast food chain can offer some good nutrition — especially for those who have limited options. For some people, McDonald's (or a similar establishment) is the closest place to their home where they can go and have a hot meal. In 2009, the USDA estimated that…

An estimated 1 in 10 women of childbearing age have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), according to Office on Women's Health (OWH). However, there is still much we do not know about the hormonal disorder. Given how common it is, the condition is insufficiently studied, especially when one considers how disruptive it can be to daily life, Heather G. Huddleston, MD, specialist in reproductive endocrinology and infertility, and head of the PCOS Clinic at UCSF Health, says Eat this, not that!. She is also an advisor to Allara,…

If you love it when science confirms that your favorite things are actually good for you, here's another winner to add to the list: A new study by orthopedic and physiological researchers has revealed that coffee can help maintain strong muscles (and therefore greater mobility) as you age. With coffee being as popular as ever, it's exciting that the beloved beverage has recently been linked to remarkable health effects such as improved liver health, weight loss and more. Keep reading to learn what the latest study found on…

Who would not want to be toned down and feel stronger? There is nothing like feeling safe in the skin you are in. When your stomach is not swollen and your body feels toned and lean, there is certainly an increase in self-confidence that comes with it. And while there are many different tricks that can help you get toned - from exercise to healthy eating - there is one eating trick in particular if you want to keep your body lean, and that is to prioritize healthy carbohydrates. Carbohydratereally? While you may have…

What is good for the body is good for the brain. For example, getting a lot of exercise, reducing stress, going light on alcohol and not smoking are all good brain enhancers that you have heard about. But what has received more attention these days is the surprising link between your gray matter and your diet. "The nutrients from food affect chemicals that directly and indirectly affect your brain and in turn change the way you think and feel," says nutritional psychiatrists. Uma Naidoo, MD, a professional chef,…

Coffee has a way of filtering into a person's morning routine until it becomes a habit. And for many, "habit" may not even be a bold enough word. Call it what you will — ritual, addiction, obsession — a cross-border caffeine addiction is generally considered manageable, if not beneficial. Several studies (perhaps conducted by hopeful coffee lovers) point to how Java can be healthy. As we have reported before, coffee can help you live longer, give you better eyesight, even increase your metabolism. "Caffeine can improve…

Whether you usually start your morning by removing a carton of OJ or making your own freshly squeezed version on the weekends, orange juice is a tasty part of many people's usual routines. Although you may recognize the popular drink as an excellent source of vitamin C - often packing more than RDA of the nutrient in each cup - that's not all you get for every sip. Before you pour yourself another glass of this golden elixir, read on to discover the secret side effects of drinking orange juice, according to science. And…

It is no secret that soft drinks are not good for your overall health. After all, the first ingredient after carbonated water is sugar! But sometimes you're just in the mood to sip something that is both carbonated and sweet. And even if it's good, can we interest you in choosing a low-fat reading alternative instead? Even if you are not a regular soft drinker, you may find that the occasional splurge is harmless. But the combination of sugar, chemicals and carbonation required to make your favorite carbonated beverage…

Even if you have not made any major changes in your diet and lifestyle, when you have turned 50 years old, you may notice the weight slowly creeping up on your body. Whether we like it or not, weight loss is more difficult to achieve as we get older, partly due to a reduction of fatty acid metabolism in adipose tissue It happens naturally as we get older, which makes it easier for the body to gain weight. And for women, natural hormonal changes that occur during menopause can make weight gain more likely regardless of…

Wholemeal bread is a popular choice for those who want to enjoy their favorite sandwich while consuming more nutrients than a classic slice of white bread. Wholemeal bread can give us an increase in fiber, lower inflammation and help us have a healthy gut. But what about the potential disadvantages of eating whole wheat? It is a great side effect of eating wholemeal bread it can possibly cause gastrointestinal problems for people with IBS, such as bloating, stomach cramps and constipation. We spoke with Lauren…