Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. People of most racial and ethnic groups in the country are more likely to die from a heart-related issue than anything else. These statistics are startling, and if you’ve ever felt overwhelmed when researching what you can do to improve your heart health, … Read more
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Every editorial product is independently selected by our editors. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Cereal wears many hats in many kitchens — it’s the unsung hero of the breakfast table, a champion of quick dinners (unless you’re Nara Smith), and a midnight snack confidante. Whether it’s floating in a … Read more
Anyone who wants to live a long and healthy life wants a magic formula for reaching a ripe old age. Unfortunately, it isn’t that easy ― but there are some things you can do to bolster your odds. ″If you want to live longer, improve what you’re eating and start moving your body more,” said … Read more
When we think of processed food, fast food probably comes to mind. But the truth is, almost all foods we consume are altered in some way. “Processed food is any kind of food or raw material that has been changed,” Dr. Pauline Jose, a family medicine specialist, told HuffPost. “Processing is anything that can include … Read more
If there’s one piece of nutrition advice most people don’t need to hear for a millionth time, it’s that soda is bad for you, and the only thing you should drink when you’re thirsty is water. If you’ve spent enough time in fitness or “wellness” spaces, you’ve probably heard about how bad fruit juice is, … Read more
You know that the gluten-free diet has reached peak cultural awareness when bottles of water — which have never contained a speck of gluten — are now carrying the “gluten-free” imprint. Research on celiac disease (which is affected by the intake of gluten) has been conducted as far back as the 1950s, but it was … Read more
There are about 350 joints in the human body, and if even a few are inflamed, it can really affect your life. Achy joints in your hands can make typing or writing difficult. Joint pain in the back, knees or feet can make any type of physical exercise painful ― even a short walk around … Read more
The impact of what you eat daily on your overall health cannot be overstated, and we can all look to the diets of experts like nutritionists for guidance. Carissa Galloway has 10 years of experience as a registered dietitian nutritionist and is a nutrition consultant and personal trainer for Premier Protein. Prior to her career as … Read more
We all know that chips and candy bars aren’t the healthiest snacks, but you can upgrade to a snack that helps prevent a number of chronic health problems. When you need a packable, munchable food to carry you through between meals, nuts and seeds are a perfect choice, loaded with fiber, good fats and protein. … Read more
There’s a reason why “little treat” culture is so popular; it’s completely natural to be motivated by a reward waiting for you on the other side of something you don’t want to do. Food is a go-to reward because it’s relatively inexpensive and, well, eating is fun. As a kid, you might have been rewarded … Read more
