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Summer picnics and trips with friends sometimes suggest that the world can be divided into two groups of people: those who love spicy food and those who do not. If you are someone who is not crazy about spice but you have eaten it to increase your metabolism - or even if you Love spice and are convinced that it will help you get slim - yes ... it may be time to put down that small Tabasco bottle and listen. If you've ever made a spicy kitchen like Mexican or Indian (or even put a few drops of hot sauce in…

Is it really possible to pick one food to eat to reduce inflammation? Not exactly, according to Toby Smithson, MS, RDN, LD, CDCES, FAND, Diabetes Lifestyle Expert with DiabetesEveryDay and author of Diabetes Meal Planning and Nutrition for Dummies. "It is hard to pick just one food as the best food to reduce inflammation," says Smithson. "Reducing inflammation is an overall diet approach which follows the Mediterranean Diet guidelines. To be more specific, that is an eating plan that is high in fruits, vegetables, nuts,…

A plant-based diet rich in soy can have a significant effect on one of the most frustrating menopause symptoms, according to a study in the journal Menopause. Researchers recruited 38 women going through menopause who were having two or more hot flashes per day. Although they're often brief—usually between 30 seconds and 10 minutes—these hot flashes can interfere with sleep and everyday activities. One large, multinational study on the issue found that frequent hot flashes can severely impair quality of life. RELATED: Best…

Chicken is one of the most versatile forms of high-quality protein, which is why it's commonly found in so many recipes. From being baked in the oven to grilled and put on top of a salad or in a sandwich, eating chicken can be a healthy (and versatile) protein choice. But, at the same time, it can be fried or layered with cheese and not so healthy, too. Even though the preparation is crucial to making the healthiest choices, it's possible your chicken could be sabotaged before it even makes its way into your kitchen or onto…

The things we eat and certain lifestyle habits we adopt can affect our well-being in ways that we're just beginning to figure out. Still, we do know that making certain modifications to our diet and exercise routines can offer a whole host of benefits. Take, for instance, making the switch to a plant-based diet, which can do a ton of great things for your body. Now, researchers may have unveiled another advantage to eating plant foods. As it turns out, eating lots of plant-based foods could help fight the symptoms of…

While there are a lot of health benefits to eating potatoes on a regular basis (given that they are one of the best carbs to eat), many people prefer to eat sweet potatoes because they believe that the popular orange potato is "healthier" than its white counterpart. Even though there's almost no difference in terms of carbohydrate and fiber count between these two potatoes, the sweet potato is slightly higher in sugar (hence it is called "sweet") and it contains a few vital nutrients that can benefit your body's health. Out…

Perhaps you noticed that a handful of celebrities have released their own low-sugar wines this summer. (Yes, we're looking at you, Nicki Minaj!) Now that beloved Napa wineries are also beginning to drop their own no-added-sugar versions of favorite varietals, it seems like lighter wines are becoming more than just a fad. Not only are zero-sugar and lower-sugar wines better for your waistline, some can also lessen the likelihood of a hangover and eliminate that sugar-sick feeling that your favorite vino might give you,…

Studies have routinely shown that chronic inflammation is associated with various chronic diseases, including heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, Crohn's disease, and even cancer, just to name a few. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the prevalence of diseases associated with chronic inflammation is projected to increase persistently over the next three decades. In 2014, nearly 60% of Americans had at least one chronic condition, and globally, every three out of five people die due to chronic inflammatory…

It's arguably the most celebrated liquor on the planet… but sometimes just the thought of tequila can make your tummy turn and your temples pound. Cheers to this: With National Tequila Day happening July 24, the Head of Nutrition and Wellness at WW (formerly Weight Watchers)—who's a registered dietitian and tequila fan herself—offers tips for how you can make this spirited "holiday" a little lighter, fresher, and healthier than ever before. If you enjoy the occasional tequila drink, you're definitely not solo. Statista…

Skin problems can crop up for a lot of reasons—stress, going to sleep with a full-face of makeup, and hormonal imbalances (to name a few). But a major contributor to issues such as acne—an inflammatory reaction—is the food you eat. One of the biggest culprits, as you may have guessed after a chocolate binge, is sugar. A less obvious skin saboteur? Dairy. "Studies show that dairy can raise insulin levels, which increases the production of the hormones that produce sebum (an oily secretion), which may influence acne," says…