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High Seafood Diet May Increase Exposure to ‘Forever Chemicals’
Diets rich in seafood may raise the risk of exposure to PFAS, chemicals found in innumerable products that pose risks to human health.
By Lisa RapaportApril 16, 2024The 7 Best Plant-Based Milks
Learn about the best plant-based milk options, plus expert advice on how to make the right choice for your health goals.
By Caitlin Beale, MS, RDNApril 16, 2024All About Watermelon: A Complete Scientific Guide
From weight loss to a healthier heart, watermelon offers many potential perks. Check out this detailed scientific guide to learn more about the fruit.
By Kristeen Cherney, PhDApril 12, 2024We Should Be Eating More Tasty Little ‘Forage Fish,’ Study Finds
Tinned fish like sardines and anchovies are high in omega-3 fatty acids and have lower levels of mercury compared with fish like salmon and tuna.
By Don RaufApril 11, 2024Can Okra Water Really Help You Lose Weight, Manage Blood Sugar, and Improve Your Skin?
Discover the health trend of okra water on TikTok: benefits, expert opinions, and nutritional insights. Is this viral drink worth the hype? Explore now.
By Ashley WelchApril 10, 2024Activist Groups Challenge Safety of Decaf Coffee
Methylene chloride, used to produce some types of decaffeinated coffee, has been linked to cancer. Environmental health advocacy groups want it banned.
By Lisa RapaportApril 09, 2024The 5 Best Grocery Delivery Services for Healthy Food
We reviewed and personally shopped popular grocery delivery services to pick the five best for healthy food. Find out who delivers the best fresh produce, pantry items, and more.
By Linda ChildersApril 09, 2024Can ‘Oatzempic’ Really Help You Lose Weight?
Combine ‘Ozempic’ and ‘oats’ and you get the inspiration for a new DIY appetite-suppressant drink getting hyped on social media. Here’s the bottom line on whether it works.
By Lisa RapaportApril 01, 2024Tea Lovers, These Are the 8 Best and Worst Things to Add to Your Brew
Discover the perfect cup of tea with insights from experts on the healthiest and least-healthy things to add to your brew.
By Leah GrothApril 01, 2024How Safe Are Food Preservatives?
Discover the impact of whole foods vs. ultra-processed foods on health, the role of food additives, and the safety of preservatives in our diet. Read the latest research findings.
By Sarah GaroneMarch 28, 2024Gisele Bündchen’s Top 10 Diet and Exercise Habits
Gisele Bündchen’s eating and fitness habits inspired her new cookbook, ‘Nourish.’ Read on to learn how the supermodel stays healthy.
By Becky UphamMarch 28, 2024What Are the Health Benefits of Magnesium?
Magnesium is an electrolyte that affects heart health, muscle function, and bone strength. Read up on the benefits of magnesium on diabetes, depression, osteoporosis, and more.
By Jessica MigalaMarch 27, 20248 Nutrition Rules to Break if You’re Exercising a Lot
Discover why conventional nutrition advice might not fit high-intensity athletes. Learn about carbs, fats, meal timing, and supplements for optimal performance.
By Emma PenrodMarch 26, 2024Spinach and Berries Make The ‘Dirty Dozen’ List of Produce With Most Pesticides
Wondering which fruits and vegetables have the most pesticides? This Environmental Working Group list offers useful guidance.
By Lisa RapaportMarch 26, 2024What Is the Watermelon Diet, and Is It Safe?
The watermelon diet is a detox and cleanse endorsed by Gabi Butler of the Netflix show ‘Cheer,’ but how safe is it, and does it actually help with weight loss? Experts weigh in.
By Stephanie ThurrottMarch 25, 2024Body Type Diet 101: The Ultimate Guide
In the book ‘Just Your Type,’ Phil Catudal and Stacey Colino describe three body types that they say each have optimal diet and exercise plans for energy and potential weight loss. Learn about the three types in this detailed, scientific overview.
By Jessica MigalaMarch 13, 2024Millet 101: A Complete Guide
Learn about the nutritional value of millet, how it can benefit your health, and ways to add it to your diet.
By Ferozan MastMarch 08, 2024What Is a Plant-Based Diet? A Complete Beginner’s Guide
A plant-based diet can take many forms, but ultimately it calls for eating less meat and more whole foods. Find out what to eat and avoid, and discover the benefits here.
By Moira LawlerMarch 07, 2024All About Zucchini: Nutrition, Benefits, Types, Side Effects, and More
Also known as courgette, this superfood squash is helpful for heart health, diabetes management, and more. Here’s everything you need to know, including nutrition info and recipe inspiration.
By Kristeen Cherney, PhDMarch 07, 2024Pomegranates 101: A Complete Guide
Pomegranates contain vitamin C, fiber, and other nutrients essential for your health. Learn about pomegranate benefits, get pomegranate recipes, find out how to eat a pomegranate, and get the facts on pomegranate extract and pomegranate juice.
By Moira LawlerMarch 07, 2024