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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…

Warning: You may want to put down that pack of Brown Sugar Cinnamon Pop-Tarts. According to a new peer-reviewed study published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health from the Environmental Working Group (EWG), a food preservative found in nearly 1,250 snack foods may cause injury to your immune system. The preservative under fire is tert-butylhydroquinone, more commonly known as TBHQ, which is used in many of your favorite snacks, including Pop-Tarts, Rice Krispies Treats, and Cheez-Its…

Demi Lovato has been an open book regarding her mental and physical health in recent years, most recently revealing the ups and downs she’s been through in terms of her eating disorder, sobriety, and self-image in her YouTube docu-series Dancing with the Devil. However, in a new interview, the singer reveals that a body-shaming comment in the press nearly jeopardized her health and wellbeing. In early March, Lovato admitted that she’d “accidentally lost weight” by listening to her body and finding balance. “I don’t count…

There's no doubt carrots fall squarely in the "health food" category. Bugs Bunny's favorite orange veggies are a nutritious go-to for side dishes or anytime snacking. But beyond their status as the star of veggie trays, did you ever wonder exactly what happens to your body when you eat carrots? Carrots are loaded with antioxidants, vitamins, and even a bit of fiber—all of which promote good health in various ways. Here are seven reasons why eating more of them might help you say "What's up, doc?" to your healthcare…

Ah, spring cleaning. The thought of having a sparkling-clean home is always appealing. But the reality of scrubbing your kitchen, bathroom, and everything in between probably doesn't spark joy. And during the pandemic, when most of us are spending a lot more time at home than before, the last thing you want to do is spend hours cleaning. With that in mind, German washer-dryer company Miele analyzed Twitter data to see which household chores people hate the most, as well as which ones they don't mind doing come spring.…

Senegal, who had a full card with four wins in four matches, were forced to a draw (0-0) by Congo-B on Friday in Group I in qualifier 2021. This small achievement from the Red Devils does not. , not immune to elimination on the last day of next Tuesday. The Congolese may have left their meeting with Senegal with mixed feelings. First, the satisfaction of having taken a point from a team that won all its matches before this fifth day. Then, a little remorse for not winning this meeting, which would have guaranteed their…