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Few beverages are as controversial as milk. There are skim devotees, people who swear by 2 percent, and those who refuse to pour anything but whole milk over their cereal. On top of that, a sea of conflicting studies on the health impacts of dairy products adds to the confusion. Now there’s new research to […] More
One major concern this time of year is how to undo the excess of the holidays. Helping the gut microbiome is a start. Health-Ade Kombucha is a fermented tea that contains probiotics—the same stuff you get from miso, sauerkraut, and yogurt—which can help add to the healthy bacteria in your gut. Have a serving in […] More
Poke around a typical office at midday, and you’re likely to see at least a few compostable fiber bowls from restaurants like Chipotle and Sweetgreen holding your coworkers’ lunches. As fast-casual chains compete for customers in cities across the U.S., many companies tout these eco-friendly containers as a way to brand themselves as environmentally responsible. […] More
Get it out of your head that pumpkins are for October only, bound to be pie filling or a seasonal decoration. “Pumpkins provide a wealth of nutrients, especially this time of year, when we’re eating less fresh produce,” says Liz Applegate, director emeritus of sports nutrition at the University of California, Davis. 10 Pumpkin Recipes […] More
About one in every three deaths in the United States can be attributed to cardiovascular disease, according to the American Heart Association. That’s an average of one death every 38 seconds due to heart issues. High cholesterol can lead to various forms of heart disease, including heart attack and stroke, but the best way to […] More
You can still maintain strong bones as a vegan or vegetarian and gain muscle. What’s key, says Leslie Bonci, R.D., L.D.N., director of sports nutrition at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, is packing in calcium-rich dairy subs while following this simple formula for successful muscle protein synthesis: Weight training plus adequate protein—that is, getting enough […] More
You know all recipes can be health hacked—subbing half your white potatoes for cauliflower for a more nutritious mashed potato dish, for example. But when it comes to mom’s cooking at Thanksgiving or the fall foods at your local coffee shop, there are probably a few calorie bombs you haven’t thought about before (as well […] More
