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The season of frozen treats is upon us, and Americans don't take chill-out foods lightly. Last July, the U.S. Census Bureau revealed that the average American eats 23 gallons of ice cream each year. If you don't know the correct serving size, that's enough to tip the scales. Fortunately, it's easier than you think to stop your summer sweet tooth from getting in the way of your goals. One particularly beloved way to bring down the temperature on a hot day is the Dairy Queen Blizzard. Paying attention to the nutrition facts is…

When it comes to getting all the proper vitamins and minerals into your diet, there always seem to be a few key nutrients people love to focus on. Vitamin C is a popular one, along with Vitamin D and fiber. While finding ways to incorporate these nutrients into your diet is good for your body, there are a few other nutrients you need to make sure you're getting enough of. Iron is one of them, an important nutrient for your red blood cells. If you're not getting enough in your diet, your body can experience some adverse side…

If you've had trouble sticking to your exercise routine in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, you're far from alone. Although they have personal trainers and home gyms at their disposal, celebrities have also found it challenging to stay in shape - and fitness expert, TV personality and actor Brooke Burke is no exception. In an exclusive interview with Eat this, not that!, Burke opens up about his relative struggle to stay motivated over the past year. When…

Gone are the days when protein powder was popular for only the bulkiest guys in the gym. These days, protein powders and shakes are bolstering many people's diets, especially as the abundance of plant-based options becomes an increasingly easy way to give your body the nutrition it needs while supporting your fitness goals. If you've ever felt that buying just the right protein powder can be an overwhelming choice, two registered dietitians have advised exactly what to look for… and, what to avoid. We see you getting…

As far as weight loss foods go, eggs are one of the best choices you can make. Of course, the most effective way to shed pounds in a healthy way is simply to cut down on the number of calories you're taking in per day, burn more calories through exercise, or ideally, do a combination of both. But here's the thing: eggs can help in this regard because they're ultra-satiating—which means after you eat them, you'll be less likely to overdo it on the snacking between meals (thus helping you to save calories). Eggs are incredibly…

If there were an under-the-radar fruit that could help your body slim down, fight off cancer, support organ function, and maybe even look younger… you'd want to learn what that fruit is, right? There's a berry that comes with all these benefits, according to multiple studies. This so-called "wonder berry" may be worth adding to your diet. The amla fruit, also known as the Indian gooseberry, is known for its remarkable list of health benefits. A 2011 study published in the European Journal of Cancer Prevention said the amla…

You've certainly heard that red wine is good for your heart—but is that the case with all types of alcohol? Here's a look at what happens to your heart when you consume beer, liquor, or wine. Before we get into what science says about how your heart is affected by drinking too much alcohol, let's first define what "too much" is: According to the 2020-2025 dietary guidelines for Americans, alcohol is a beverage to limit in your diet. If you choose to drink, moderate drinking is defined as a limit of 2 drinks per day for men…

Whether they're being used as a meal replacement or post-workout snack, protein bars are commonly billed as healthy food. And while there are definitely some protein bars out there with impressive nutritional profiles (just check out the 15 Best Healthy & Low-Sugar Protein Bars), many of those supposedly healthy treats are little more than glorified candy. However, even among the less-than-stellar protein bars on the market, there's one protein bar, in particular, that experts say you should avoid if you want to stay…

Open the door of your pantry and in all likelihood, you'll find at least one colorful box of cold breakfast cereal inside. You may not eat it for breakfast (12% of people in the United States don't eat the morning meal), but it's probably there. Forty-three percent of cereal consumers eat cereal as a snack, according to Mintel. And cereal is still the third most popular supermarket product behind carbonated beverages and bread at 2.7 billion packages sold. That breaks out to an average of 160 bowls of cereal per American…

What's your alcoholic beverage of choice? Beer, whiskey, mezcal, hard seltzer, the list of options goes on and on. However, when it comes to the healthiest type of alcohol, do your top picks make the cut? Alcohol often gets a bad reputation, however, some varieties aren't nearly as caloric as others. For example, a 1.5-ounce shot of hard liquor may contain about 100 calories whereas one bottle of a thick beer such as a stout can cost anywhere between 150 and 225 calories per bottle. (RELATED: The 7 Healthiest Foods to Eat…