Healthy Eating

Hamburgare—en tidlös klassiker som har kommit att definiera amerikansk komfortmat. Tänk dig en sommargrill där doftande hamburgare vänds och vänds på grillgallret, en syn som är lika ikonisk som själva smaken. Men trots att dessa saftiga skapelser är en huvudattraktion på många menyer, har de också fått en del kritik som ohälsosamma. Fullpackade med feta nötköttspatties och kaloririka toppings kan en ordentlig hamburgermåltid ibland förvandla dig till en bekymrad kaloribomb. Men låt oss vara tydliga: inte alla hamburgare…

Visst kan snabbmat vara en frestande bekvämlighet, men när vi pratar om våra hälsoval, är det värt att titta närmare på vad som verkligen gömmer sig bakom den där saftiga hamburgaren. Stephanie McNally, en nutritionist på Lifetime Fitness, varnar oss: "Snabbmat är ofta smyckad med dolda ingredienser såsom hydrerade oljor, kemiska konserveringsmedel och konstgjorda smakämnen. Dessa ämnen passar liksom inte kroppen, särskilt inte i längden,” säger hon. ”En engångshamburgare är helt okej, men låt våra dagliga måltider kretsa…

Kommer Coca-Cola att svänga över till riktigt socker istället för den omtalade majssirapen med hög fruktos? Det verkar som om president Trump tror det, och Pepsi har också meddelat att de är beredda att tänka om, förutsatt att konsumenterna efterfrågar det. "Vi uppskattar verkligen president Trumps entusiasm för vårt älskade Coca-Cola-varumärke. Snart kommer vi att dela med oss av mer info om våra spännande nya produkter,” sade Coca-Cola i ett uttalande den 16 juli. (Men för att klargöra, de kommer att introducera en helt ny…

Ah, the simple pleasure of cracking open a cold beer at day’s end or sharing a few laughs over drinks with friends on the weekend—it feels harmless, doesn't it? But let’s pump the brakes here. Regularly indulging in that frosty brew can take a surprising toll on your health. Sure, it might help you unwind on a scorching summer afternoon, yet, drinking beer every single day can lead to some serious complications. From sleepless nights to dental woes, let’s dive into five eye-opening ways your daily beer habit could be harming…

We all know water reigns supreme when it comes to hydration, but let’s be honest—sometimes, you just want a little more flair in your drink. From juices that promise revitalization to sodas that fizz with nostalgia, the beverage aisle is packed with options. However, lurking behind many of these seemingly innocent bottles is a sweet surprise that can be downright alarming. Some of these drinks pack more sugar than you’d find in an entire candy bar! According to the American Heart Association, men shouldn’t exceed nine…

Mornings can feel like a whirlwind, can't they? Between scrambling to get ready for work, wrangling the kids, and taking the dog for a brisk walk, preparing a wholesome breakfast sometimes feels like an exercise in futility. Most of us want to kickstart our day with something nutritious, and many people instinctively reach for instant oatmeal as a seemingly healthy choice. But hold your horses! Many brands pack more sugar and artificial ingredients than you'd expect—almost rivaling your favorite guilty pleasures. According…

Protein isn't just the star of the nutritional show—it's essential for keeping our bodies running smoothly. Think of it as the building blocks of life; from maintaining tissues to regulating hormones, it plays an invaluable role in our overall health. But here’s the kicker: protein doesn’t just help with bodily functions; it’s also your ally in the epic battle against hunger. By keeping you feeling fuller for longer, it can help reduce those pesky cravings that often lead us down the treacherous path of overeating. After…

When you think of fast food, images of crispy fried chicken nuggets and mouth-watering chicken sandwiches probably dance in your head. But let’s be honest—“healthy” isn’t usually the word that springs to mind. Yet, if you swing by Chick-fil-A, there’s a surprising array of options that can actually be good for you. Curious about what to order? We reached out to Tara Collingwood, MS, RDN, CSSD, LD/N, ACSM-CPT—a board-certified sports dietitian and co-author of the Flat Belly Cookbook for Dummies—to get the scoop on her go-to…

In today’s world of ever-evolving culinary trends, the term “ultra-processed foods” seems to pop up more often than a kid at a candy store. These foods, which you might know as highly processed, are chock-full of fats, sugars, salts, and various ingredients that have been extracted, refined, and repackaged. The Cleveland Clinic describes them as a "patchwork of ingredients, additives, and preservatives." Sure, they’re shelf-stable, but the health drawbacks? Yikes! Thankfully, you don't have to navigate this food maze alone.…

Livsmedelsåterkallelser har blivit en allt vanligare företeelse i vårt nutida samhälle. Enligt Traceone, en ledande erfarenhet inom regelefterlevnad, har antalet återkallelser utfärdade av Food and Drug Administration (FDA) och Department of Agriculture ökat med imponerande 15 % mellan 2020 och 2024. Dessa återkallelser kan ha samband med många olika faktorer, från oavsiktliga ingrediensföroreningar till brister i hygienrutiner under tillverkningen. Nyligen har vi sett en stor återkallelse av en Dr Pepper-produkt som kanske…