Healthy

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…

If a slice of apple pie with vanilla ice cream on top makes you smile now but leaves you feeling guilty an hour later, you'll want to know about one major side effect of giving up that dessert: Happiness. That's right. Just saying "no" to dessert can ultimately make you smile, suggest the results of three clinical experiments exploring self-control and life satisfaction published in the Journal of Personality. While the experiments had nothing to do with ditching dessert, they did show how exercising self-control boosts…

If you take your coffee decaffeinated each day or even just as the occasional after-dinner companion to dessert, you'll want to know this: A report is revealing that many of the best-selling decaf coffee products on the market contain the active ingredient in paint stripper, which comes with a host of potential dangers to your health. We're sharing the brands that tested positive, along with how you can research your favorite. The Clean Label Project, a non-profit consumer advocacy group performing safety research on food…

If you live on the coasts, it's very likely that oysters are one of the several dishes you and your friends order for the table during happy hour. However, if you're living on the west coast, you may want to hold off on eating raw oysters for a while. According to KING5, a local news outlet in Seattle, Washington, at least 52 cases of vibriosis have been reported in July, which surpasses previous records for the month. Vibriosis is a bacterial illness that's contracted by eating raw or undercooked shellfish, but especially…

Have you ever felt a bit off after eating roasted chickpeas or carrots with a generous dollop of hummus? Well, know that it's very normal to experience some gastrointestinal issues after eating the healthy legume. It's one of the few minor side effects you may experience after eating chickpeas. Here's what to expect, and for even more tips, be sure to read 5 Ways Eating Chickpeas Can Help You Lose Weight, Say Dietitians! You may become bloated. Chickpeas, even when cooked, can be very…