Probiotics Get All the Buzz, but This Unsung Hero May Be More Effective for Gut Health By KATHERINE CHANG While many factors can make the difference between a happy gut and one that gives you major digestive drama, probiotics have gotten all the glitz and glory for boosting gut health. But there’s an unsung hero of balancing the gut microbiome that counts benefits such…
21 Foods for a Healthy Heart To slash your risk of heart disease, up your intake of these nutrient-rich and high-fiber foods, as well as healthful fats. By Amanda Gardner Medically reviewed by Kimberly Brown, MD Heart disease was the No. 1 cause of death in the United States in 2020, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). But researchers…
Can Probiotics Help Manage the Symptoms of Menopause? By Novella Lui, RD, MHSc Medically reviewed by Stacy A. Henigsman, DO Probiotics may help ease menopausal symptoms and regulate body weight, but their effectiveness remains controversial. Menopause can be a challenging time for some people. Many people experience hot flashes, night sweats, and other symptoms alongside physical changes such as weight…
8 High-Protein Cereals That’ll Remind You of Your Childhood Favorites Find out how high-protein cereal compares to traditional varieties, then browse the best options on the market. By Kirsten Nunez There are few things more nostalgic than a bowl of cereal. For many folks, the dish sparks thoughts of cartoon mascots, ’90s commercials, and rushing to school in the a.m. (Ah,…
17 Healthy Ways to Lose Weight, According to Science Maintaining your weight ≠ dieting. By Jessica Migala and Corinne Sullivan Despite what the weight-loss industry would have you believe, there are no quick fixes in life. A few weeks of deprivation won’t help you achieve your body goals — and if your primary concern is how to get skinny or lose weight as quickly as…
6 Health Benefits Of Quercetin It may help with everything from aging to preventing cancer. By Emilia Benton Between all the vitamins and supplements out there, it’s hard to keep up. Besides a multivitamin (and prenatal vitamins if you’re trying to get or are pregnant), you may be curious about what else to add to your wellness routine. One supplement that’s currently trending is…
An Age-by-Age Guide to Nutrition for Kids Here’s what parents should to know about the top nutrients their children need from infancy to the teen years. By Rachel Meltzer Warren, M.S., R.D. At every age and stage, little ones need the right nutrients to help them play, learn, and grow. For many, eating a varied and balanced diet is enough…
10 Things Nutrition Pros Do When They Find Themselves Stress Eating Mmmhmm, they do it too. By Aryelle Siclait and Hunter Levitan One minute you’re reaching for a light snack while trying to meet deadline, then suddenly you realize you’ve eaten an entire bag of popcorn. As emotional beings, everyone can relate to this at some point in their lives.…
One-Pan Cajun Orzo with Sausage Recipe Courtesy of Delish and MAKINZE GORE Creamy and spicy with all of the comfort and ease you crave for a weeknight dinner. INGREDIENTS 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 small yellow onion, chopped 1 red bell pepper, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 12 oz. andouille sausage, sliced 8 oz. orzo 1 (14-oz.) can fire roasted diced tomatoes 2 c. low-sodium chicken broth 2…
Sweet Potato Panzanella Recipe Courtesy of Taste of Home This is my favorite lunch dish during the fall season. Every bite is filled with flavor and texture, but it isn’t too high in calories. —Mary M. Leverette, Columbia, South Carolina Ingredients For Sweet Potato Panzanella 2 cups cubed peeled sweet potatoes 4 cups cubed French bread 4 tablespoons olive oil,…
