Healthy

You might think caffeinated coffee is not good for your heart health, thanks to effects like the increase in heart rate and higher blood pressure. However, a team of researchers for the American Heart Association recently stirred up some surprising findings about the effects of coffee on the heart—including that decaf coffee leads to a higher risk of one serious heart condition. The American Heart Association recently backed a study that closely examined previously unidentified factors that lead to death from heart disease.…

There is absolutely nothing wrong with wanting to be healthy. Eating a healthy diet, moving your body, and getting an adequate amount of sleep are all massively important for your body's physical and mental happiness. However, if you're constantly hearing poor dieting advice straight from toxic diet culture, it can be difficult to decipher what's truly healthy and what's not. That's why we spoke with a few registered dietitians regarding popular diet habits that are completely wrecking your body. While restricting your food…

To eat eggs or to not eat eggs? There are plenty of health benefits tied to the food, however, as is the case with most foods—there are also some potential downsides to watch out for. But first, let's start with the positives. Egg yolks contain lutein, which is a type of vitamin called a carotenoid. It's also related to beta-carotene, which has antioxidant properties. The vitamin has been shown to help protect eye health by staving off cataracts and improving symptoms associated with age-related macular degeneration (AMD).…

Let's face it: weight loss can be difficult. You know you need to eat "healthy" foods, and that includes ditching refined carbohydrates and sugars. But it is a challenge to know what food is actually good for you. Foods with a "health halo" are deceptive and can actually cost hundreds of unwanted calories. At the end of the day, it is important for you to create a calorie deficit in order to finally lose weight. "Not all calories are created equal, where…

If you are trying to lose weight and keep it off, you are not alone. According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 17.1% of Americans are on a diet at any given time. But if you do not reach your weight loss goals or find the weight you have recently lost creeps back on, a surprising habit can stand between you and success. A study published on May 24 in the journal Obesity observed 4,305 individuals who had lost an average of 54.5…

If you noticed that you gained some weight during the pandemic, do not worry -You're not alone. According to a recent survey conducted by Google, about 38% of participants found that their eating habits had changed during the COVID-19 pandemic, and some of them consumed an average of 1,500 extra calories per day (which can add up to five pounds per month). . If we applied this percentage to all Americans, it would mean that an average of 100 million Americans…

Rebel Wilson has lost a staggering 60 pounds in the last year, and she's not shy about sharing how she did it. In a new interview, the actor, who plays in the upcoming film Almond and seahorse, reveals the exact changes she made to lose weight - and her plan is surprisingly easy to follow. Read on to discover how Wilson lost weight and keeps it off. And for more information on how your favorite stars are going down, check out Pioneer Woman Ree Drummond reveals…

Whether you use it to dunk cookies or pour it in your coffee or tea, drinking milk is part of many Americans' daily routines. And fortunately, that may not be a problem for people struggling with high cholesterol after all. A new study conducted by researchers at the University of Reading and published in the May 2021 volume of the International Journal of Obesity reviewed the milk consumption of 1,904,220 adults. Among these individuals, those who had a specific genetic variation associated with the consumption of milk…

When trying to lose weight, it is important to stay active. But you can run 50 miles a day and never drop a pound if you do not change your eating habits. One of the most effective ways to lose pounds is through macro tracking, which challenges you to eat a balanced amount of carbohydrates, protein and fat. People can often find that they have consumed a lot of fat and carbohydrates, but they are far behind when it comes to protein intake. By eating the right…

Trillions of cicadas are taking over some parts of the eastern U.S. for the first time in 17 years. While simply annoying, loud, and gross to some, others have waited almost two decades for this tasty treat, and they are revealing their cicada recipes. People are grilling, sauteeing, and serving up these bugs, called Brood X. And with about 1.5 million of them per acre, there's plenty to pass around the table, maybe as Spicy Popcorn Cicadas or Cicada Cookies? Filled with alternate, which is a sustainable protein, they…