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Modeling may seem like a plum gig, but the job requires a lot more effort than most people would expect. In addition to long shots and walking on the runway in high heels, it is a full-time job for most models to stay in shape - just ask Kaia Gerber. March 25, Gerber's coach, Kirk Myers, published a series of videos with the model that works, and they are nothing short of strenuous. In the first video, Gerber and her friend, Bachelor competitor Kit Keenan,…

It's no secret that here at Eat This, Not That!, we spend a lot of time unmasking health imposters. And the truth is, the superpowers of kale, like the dangers of the Bermuda Triangle, have been highly exaggerated. Sure, it's good for you, but the ranking of kale as our greatest green is just one of many word-of-mouth myths that drive our nutritional decision-making, often in the wrong direction. Much of what we believe about food is really just hearsay, a game of nutritional telephone handed down from science journals…

The South is known for its rich culture, influential music scene, warm hospitality, and, of course, delicious food. From Po'boys to possum pies, the Southern states have outdone themselves by providing many lip-smackingly good dishes with some names that are just as equally unique. If you ever wondered what a "potlikker" actually was or where "hummingbird cake" got its name from, then read ahead. Here are 17 slang food terms you'll only ever hear in the South. And for more, check out these 15 Classic American Desserts…

After feasting on savory meal, it's quite common for your sweet tooth to suddenly start calling. Soon enough, you might just find yourself order that slice of cake that caught your eye on the restaurant menu, or walking over to your freezer, ready to dig into that pint of ice cream you've been saving. And there's nothing wrong with enjoying some dessert. In fact, one study even found that those who selected and ate their dessert option first before dinner ended up choosing a healthier, lower-calorie meal as their main…

When it comes to popcorn, the question is less "Why do we love it?" and more "Where do we begin?" The all-American snack is so airy and light that, consumed plain, it's basically a health food. But as all popcorn lovers know, the food is much too versatile to actually be served solo, which is why this popcorn trick is a clever way to give this healthy snack an upgrade. (Related: The 7 Healthiest Foods to Eat Right Now) Throw on some melted butter and salt, and you have a savory movie indulgence. Shake it up with…

Look, most of us love ending our day with a glass of cabernet sauvignon or whiskey. But what happens when that happy hour indulgence turns into a reoccurring binge-drinking session? There is a slew of negative health outcomes associated with heavy alcohol consumption, but we wanted to focus on the potential ways it can hinder your immune system. Because the pandemic isn't over yet, we figured most people could benefit from this information, especially as the weather improves and bar hopping becomes more of a thing! And…

Sometimes it feels like every single person has an opinion of what it's like to eat healthier. And while those specific tips work for those individuals, it doesn't make it easier for someone who's looking to start their journey towards better health. If you find yourself stuck in a place where you want to eat healthier but have no idea where to start, Meghan Sedivy, RD, LDN, who is also Fresh Thyme Market's Corporate Registered Dietitian and Health & Wellness Strategy Manager, has a simple trick you can try that will…

If your BS alarm blares when you hear the term detox, it’s not due to faulty wiring; the term is controversial and often used in association with fast weight loss. Clinically, detoxification is defined by The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Agency for Toxic Substances & Disease Registry as "the process of removing a poison or toxin or the effect of either from an area or individual." But somewhere between speedily shedding pounds and purging poison is an achievable form of detox—it involves supporting…

If the best thing about the wine you drink is its budget-friendly cost, cheers to you. A new neuroscientific study has found that the price tag on a bottle of wine is a key influence on how much we think we enjoy it—and the pricier, the better… we think. In a study that will soon be published in a forthcoming issue of the journal Food Quality and Preference, a psychology research team in Switzerland created a realistic scenario at a social gathering of 140 people. The researchers in this study supplied wine to the…

Starting your day off on a healthy note is absolutely essential—and there's no better place to start than with breakfast. Not only can the first meal of the day give you the energy you need to jumpstart your day, but a healthy breakfast can even help with other things like weight loss and anti-aging. That's right—the way you start your morning can even play a role in making you look younger. When it comes to where to start or what to make, there are so many different breakfast options we love, but one of our most…