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Milk is a hotly debated topic these days, with some people loving it and others leaving it behind. Some of the benefits of drinking milk include increasing bone health and lowering your cholesterol levels, while some downsides include increased risk of heart disease and possible weight gain. Overall, milk has pretty mixed reviews. According to Harvard Health Publishing, milk is a source of nutrients that if consumed, should be done so in moderation. And what is important is that we balance out our milk consumption with leafy…

Whether you consistently find yourself rising before the sun despite trying to sleep in or have to drag yourself out of bed after a dozen or so alarms have gone off, we all have our less than stellar mornings from time to time. And while ensuring that you log an adequate number of hours in bed is a good place to start when it comes to waking up bright-eyed and bushy-tailed in the morning, the right supplements can make all the difference when it comes to your mood, your energy level, and your focus first thing in the…

Quinoa is one of the most nutritious foods out there, packing all nine essential amino acids, making it a complete protein. Still, as is the case with any food out there, you may experience some discomfort from a few side effects after eating quinoa, and that's completely normal. There are a few reasons why some people may have GI distress after eating their go-to quinoa recipe. Below, we outline just four possible side effects you could run into after eating quinoa. Then, don't miss these 8 Healthy, Low-Carb Grains For…

Even if you haven't been down the rabbit hole of nutrition trends, you've likely heard about how people have been consuming apple cider vinegar for its health benefits. While there is some evidence that shows taking apple cider vinegar as a dietary supplement can support your health, that evidence is limited and researchers are still working to understand these findings. Because many benefits of apple cider vinegar have been blown out of proportion (for example, there is no evidence to support that apple cider vinegar…

Bread is one of life's simple pleasures, right? But when it comes to losing weight, one of the first things you are probably preparing to cut back on is a good old fluffy bread. But it does not have to be that way - just like all food, bread is meant to be enjoyed. "We all have a mission to avoid bread, or so it seems," he says Tasneem Bhatia, MD, also known as "Dr. Taz", a weight loss expert and author of "What Doctors Eat" and "The 21-Day Belly Fix." "Filled with carbs and sometimes refined flour,…

Your diet impacts your cholesterol levels in a big way. "The research is rock solid," says Mark Drucker, MD, medical director of the Center for Advanced Medicine. "Eating too many calories and too much unhealthy saturated fats along with too much sugar and starch will cause elevated unbalanced cholesterol levels in most people." (Read more: Popular Foods Proven to Cause High Cholesterol, According to Science.) Let's say, however, that you've already tried eating oatmeal and other high-fiber foods, plus fish and flaxseeds for…

When you think of getting more fiber in, what food do you think about eating? Oatmeal is likely a top contender, given that it's always being pushed as a heart-healthy, fiber-rich breakfast option. And while both of these facts are true (and oatmeal is still considered the best breakfast for longevity), there are some foods on grocery shelves that actually have more fiber than oatmeal does! According to the American Heart Association (AHA), you should be consuming around 25 to 30 grams of fiber a day in order to keep your…

If you're new to the vegan diet and you miss comfort foods like mac and cheese, lasagna, and cheesy dips, it sounds like you're in desperate need of some new plant-based recipes. Contrary to what you may have been conditioned to believe, it is possible to recreate the salty, fatty, creamy goodness of cheese without dairy. By using ingredients like tofu, cashews, nutritional yeast, and cauliflower, you can add a smooth and silky texture to recipes without altering the flavor or character of the original dish. Our friends at…

Jennifer Aniston is one of the most timelessly glowing stars of our time. Jen is open about her commitment to self-care, feeling great, and staying in shape… but, at 52, exactly how does she stay looking so good? For years, word had it that Aniston banned one particular food from her diet and practiced serious willpower. But, she recently revealed something you might be able to relate to: She's finally letting herself enjoy it again. Keep reading to learn which food Jennifer Aniston has started allowing back on her plate.…

It's a rare moment when you're on social media without seeing something about CBD supplements, or when you can listen to a podcast without the hosts pitching the benefits of the gummies or other supplements. In the past few years, CBD supplements have become all the rage, with their ever-growing popularity being marketed all over the internet. But is it worth the hype? CBD, which stands for cannabidiol, is a chemical found in the cannabis sativa plant, but the chemical can also be taken from hemp plants. Unlike smoking pot,…