Healthy Eating

Like all aspects of a balanced diet, we know that over-boozing isn't in our best interest. Alcohol impacts almost every system in our body, hence the hit-by-a-train feeling when we end up drinking too much alcohol at once. First and foremost, alcohol impacts digestion. Alcohol actually delays digestion by slowing stomach emptying. This mechanism has serious downstream consequences when repeated long term. While slower digestion may seem benign on the surface, it is associated with many serious effects like weight gain,…

If we're being honest, all fruit is great to eat! Not only is fruit delicious, but having a variety of fruits in your diet can also ensure you are getting a variety of nutrients that your body needs. However, if you had to choose the best fruit to eat, it would have to be berries. Here's why a dietitian says you should eat berries regularly, and for even more healthy eating tips, be sure to read up on our list of The 7 Healthiest Foods to Eat Right Now. "When it comes to fruit, berries really top the charts," says Amy…

Protein shakes are heaven-sent for the on-the-go crowd who understands the importance of the muscle-building macro. But, understanding why people need to boost their protein intake and actually getting in the right amount of protein are not always one and the same. (Related: This Is Exactly How Much Protein To Eat A Day For Weight Loss.) Yes, cooking up a chicken breast or other piece of meat will give your body muscle-building protein. But in reality, most people don't have the time (or energy) to do that every single day.…

Women who have a history of yo-yo dieting—also called weight cycling—are significantly more likely to have insomnia and other sleep problems, even if they've only had one incidence of losing and regaining 10 pounds, according to a new study in The Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing. Researchers looked at data on 506 women, average age 37, who are taking part in a research project for the American Heart Association. About 72% of participants reported one or more episodes of weight cycling, excluding pregnancy, and this…

Firing up the grill this summer? While there are plenty of grilling recipes you can make during the warmer months, there are always a few tried-and-true foods to throw on the grill that everyone loves: burgers, hot dogs, and sausages. While having these foods once in a blue moon won't make a difference for your health, if you're eating processed meats regularly, you could be experiencing some not-so-great side effects down the line. This is why it's important to know what happens to your body when you eat sausage on a…

Having a tough time buttoning your jeans or are you not loving the way your belly looks when you try on that bikini from last summer? Whether it is because of an uptick in eating too many bloat-inducing foods or due to your preference for binging Netflix on the couch instead of hitting the gym, there are many reasons for having a mid-section that doesn't look or feel the way that you want it to be. And while the best ways to support a flat belly are to exercise, reduce your salt intake, maintain your gut health, and eat a…

Irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, is a condition that affects between 25 and 45 million people in the United States. It is a condition that upsets part of the intestines and is linked to symptoms like abdominal pain, cramping, diarrhea, and constipation. Unfortunately, symptoms can vary from person to person, which makes providing definitive dietary guidelines to manage symptoms difficult. When people try to manage their IBS symptoms, they may have to do a little trial and error before they find what works best for them.…

There's nothing quite as satisfying as sinking your teeth into a plump and juicy watermelon wedge, especially when it's over 80 degrees outside. Aside from nibbling on a chilled wedge, there are so many fun ways to enjoy watermelon in the summer. For example, you can grill the wedge along with other BBQ favorites, or cube the melon and make a salad with feta cheese, balsamic vinegar, and fresh mint. You could even blend the fruit into a refreshing juice to enjoy either by itself or as a mixer with your alcohol of choice.…

Summer is practically here, which means it's time to bust out the cocktail shaker and whip up some refreshing drinks for you and your friends. Cocktails, unfortunately, can hide a lot of added sugars, between the mixers and flavored syrups. So, instead of blowing two day's worth of added sugars on a single beverage, why not try modifying your go-to cocktail recipe by swapping out that artificial mixer for a more natural one? We turned to an expert mixologist to share tips on how you can make healthier, better-tasting…

Sneezing like crazy? Itchy nose and eyes? The air has been thick with pollen this spring, causing many to experience severe seasonal allergy symptoms. And while the pollen in the air can create an allergic reaction, there are some cases where popular foods can cause the same types of reactions in your body—and can make your allergies feel even worse. Dr. Andrea Burke, MD and Board Certified Allergist & Clinical Immunologist, says that this is known as Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS), which is when your body will react to…