Healthy

More than 4.5 million Americans have been diagnosed with chronic liver disease, and the condition is associated with over 44,000 deaths in the U.S. each year. It's not just a genetic predisposition to liver health issues or bad luck that causes this chronic ailment, however. In many cases, what you eat and drink could be causing liver damage over time. If you want to keep this vital organ healthy and avoid serious illness, read on to discover which of your eating habits could be contributing to liver damage, according to…

The weather is getting warmer outside, which can only mean one thing—it's picnic weather! Enjoying the sunshine, sitting on a blanket, eating delicious foods, and hanging out with friends is the epitome of summer perfection. However, if you're packing your picnic baskets with foods that aren't going to make you feel your best—or even make you feel hungrier—then it sort of kills that perfect summer vibe. That's why having some healthy picnic foods that will nourish and energize you is important! We asked a few registered…

There are more than 4,000 varieties of native potatoes in the world? Aside from russet potatoes, maybe you also enjoy cooking with more colorful varieties as well, such as sweet potatoes, blue potatoes, Japanese purple sweet potatoes, or even red skin potatoes—the list goes on. However, there's one color you should avoid eating at all costs: a green potato. No shade to the color green, but no potato that's green should be considered edible. At the very least, if parts of the potato look salvageable, cut the green parts out…

Summer is nearly here which means it's time for more park hangs, outdoor sports (whether in the water or on land), and parties—and you'll need all of the energy you can get to keep up with all of your upcoming epic plans. Unfortunately, some of your usual, go-to foods and beverages in the summertime—from sweetened coffee drinks to fried food at state fairs and music festivals—may interfere with your energy levels. You can't afford to have that happen after a year of lockdown, right? Below, we asked three registered…

As summer is quickly approaching, you might be planning to finally dust off the grill and get to whipping up some meals that are perfect for, well, the summertime. There really is nothing like a little outdoor grilling action. While so many things taste better grilled, there are some foods you should never put on a grill. Whether for safety reasons or because you'll be sacrificing flavor, these foods are better kept far away from your grill grates. And for more food fun, don't miss these 15 Classic American Desserts That…

After a year's worth of being confined to your home, do you feel like you've exhausted every omelet recipe? Or, have you found that the spices in your cabinet just don't give your morning eggs the flavor they need, and they rightfully deserve? Cue in the latest food trend: pesto eggs. Aside from tuning in to one of the many cooking shows on the Food Network or scrolling through recipes online, TikTok has become the platform for driving new ideas. You can find everything from quirky kitchen hacks to beauty tips on there!…

How often do you consider your liver while sitting down to dinner? Unless your doctor has specifically told you that you have already been diagnosed with a liver issue—such as bile duct disease, cirrhosis, fatty liver disease, hemochromatosis, Hepatitis C, or Wilson Disease—most of us don't think of our liver too often. Although maybe if you have taken part in binge drinking, you'll crack a joke about a beer being at the expense of your liver. Even still, your liver plays a crucial role in regulating the body's functions.…

Having you at home during the pandemic probably made your dog's tail wag. But while most Americans say they feed their pets better food than ever, new data from a pet insurance company reveals how significantly America's poor eating habits have affected our pets' health over the past year. The animal health insurance company Pumpkin.com and Fi, the smart dog technology company, conducted a joint survey released this week. Together, they asked nearly 1,000 dog…

Broccoli, cabbage, and Brussels sprouts—oh my! These are just a few of the hearty veggies in a larger class of produce called cruciferous vegetables. As a dietitian, I advocate for eating a variety of vegetables. However, if I had to discriminate, the cruciferous vegetables would be my top choice for the best vegetable to eat! These veggies are loaded with nutrients, fiber, and cancer-fighting effects. Cruciferous veggies are loaded with water-soluble and fat-soluble vitamins. Namely, they are packed with vitamin C, A, E,…

The secret to lasting weight loss is that weight loss begins ... before you eat anything. "The idea that you just have to eat less or exercise more to lose weight is not helpful," he says Samantha Cassetty, MS, RD, NYC-based nutrition and health expert and co-author of Sugar shock. "Healthy weight loss involves developing a set of skills to help you decide which foods to eat and your lifestyle habits." There are so many factors that come into play, she says,…