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In recent years, lots of studies have looked at the relationship between eating healthy fats and one's heart health. However, a new paper has zeroed in on how one particular fatty acid impacts not only cardiovascular health, but also overall wellness and longevity. From the researchers' conclusion—and their approach to the analysis—the effect of this diet upgrade seems clear. A meta-anlysis by Fatty Acids and Outcomes Research (FORCE) was published this week in Nature Communications. This paper summarizes findings based on…

You've eaten so many eggs in your lifetime (around 279 a year, on average, according to the American Egg Board), you probably think you know all there is to know about eggs. But do you? There are some straightforward facts about eggs. For example, "They're very nutrient-rich in vitamin D, folate, vitamin B2, selenium, iron, vitamins A and E and other nutrients. There are 6 grams of protein in 1 large egg (that's a lot for just one little egg) and very little saturated fat (1.6 grams per egg). Eggs also help increase HDL,…

When you need to top off a burger or make the perfect grilled cheese, nothing does the trick like a slice or two of American cheese. This iconic sandwich essential has graced cookouts, family meals, and quick snacks for decades, but has attracted its fair share of flack due to some less than wholesome ingredients. "American 'cheese' isn't really cheese," says Jay Cowin, ASYSTEM's registered nutritionist and director of formulations. "It contains less than 51% of cheese curds making it a 'cheese product.' The rest is made up…

When you're pressed for time and need a quick and easy meal, canned goods seem like a smart alternative. And sometimes, they are. But other times, they come with some risk factors. Such is the case with canned chicken. Though you may believe you're receiving the same meat from the butcher in a different form, that's not always the case. Fresh chicken typically comes out of a farm to a grocery store and straight into your oven. On the other hand, canned chicken is processed and sterilized under high heat to avoid bacteria…

Whether you follow a low-carb way of eating or stick to a vegan diet, there are likely some obvious examples of how your eating habits affect your body, from your energy level to your weight to your digestion. However, there's one surprising organ that may be suffering due to your dietary choices—and you might not realize anything's amiss until something's seriously wrong. Studies say a number of popular diets can cause liver damage over time, so read on to find out if your food choices could be putting this vital organ at…

Common wisdom is that a calorie is a calorie—for example, 500 calories worth of vegetables is the same as 500 calories worth of ice cream, they just have very different nutrient profiles. But a new study is challenging that assumption when it comes to almonds. Research published in Mayo Clinic Proceedings looked at 22 men and women with high cholesterol who undertook a series of dietary interventions over a three-month period. Two of the interventions involved almonds, eaten for seven consecutive days, and researchers…

For many, popping open a can of beer or pouring a glass of vino sounds like just the thing you need to unwind after a long day. While there can be many benefits to having that glass of wine on the regular, at what point does that routine become an unhealthy habit, and even worse, a cause for risk factors of disease? We outlined just four side effects excess alcohol can have on your heart, so you have extra incentive to take it easy at happy hour (especially if you're a regular). After, don't miss The 7 Healthiest Foods to…

While certain diets are lauded for their dramatic weight loss effects, that doesn't necessarily mean they're good for your heart health. With 1 in every 4 deaths in the U.S. attributable to heart disease, the need to take care of your cardiovascular system through diet and lifestyle habits is critical. Here, Dr. Elizabeth Klodas, MD, FACC, cardiologist, and founder of Step One Foods, addresses three popular weight-loss diets that could be detrimental to your heart. In conclusion, she shares which diet is the best for both…

Your kidneys play an essential role when it comes to keeping your body healthy, filtering toxins out of your body, controlling your blood pressure, and promoting healthy red blood cells. In many cases, these vital organs work so efficiently that you don't even realize they're there until something goes wrong. However, for the estimated 14% of U.S. residents who have chronic kidney disease (CKD), kidney health is an ever-present concern, with more than 47,000 Americans dying from the condition each year. It's not just…

Heading to the grocery store without a grocery list almost always never goes well. Without a game plan for what foods to buy and what meals to make, it's easy to aimlessly walk around those grocery aisles and just plop food in your basket. If you ever find yourself with this conundrum after a busy week, don't sweat it—there are a variety of healthy foods you can grab that even dietitians recommend you should eat every day that will easily make all kinds of healthy, nutritious meals. In general, any whole, real foods will…