Sugar alcohols are sweet organic chemical compounds commonly used as a sugar substitute. Because they don’t impact blood sugar in the same way regular sugar does, they can be beneficial to individuals who are looking to control their blood sugar levels or intake. Products that include them are often marketed as “low-carb” or “sugar-free.” Here’s […]
You’ve probably come across some moldy food that looks salvageable: that piece of bread with a spot of mold, or that pepper with mossy seeds. And what about moldy cheese? Is that safe to eat? Let’s break it down. What Is Mold and What Causes It? Molds are fungi that live on plants and animals, […]
With the galaxy of tech and fad diets that have recently emerged, many of us have become obsessed with “hacking” our nutrition. Along the way, however, we’ve forgotten about an essential concept: balance. Yep, a balanced meal — that subject of elementary-school wheels and pyramids — goes a long way toward helping you realize your […]
What do cookies, candy, soda, many chips, and sweetened cereals have in common? Sure, they’re all common cravings — but they’re also ultra-processed foods. Here’s what you need to know about ultra-processed foods and how they could be wreaking havoc on your diet. What Are Ultra-Processed Foods? “Ultra-processed foods are those that go through multiple […]
When it comes to healthy snacking, fruit is hard to beat — it’s loaded with vitamins, minerals, and filling fiber. But if you’re trying to lose weight, you may also be looking for ways to eat more protein. So which high-protein fruits can help you up your protein intake while reaping all the benefits fruit has to offer? First […]
If you’re cooking a late dinner or often feel snackish before bedtime, you may wonder, “Does eating at night make you gain weight?” Short answer: When you eat is not as important as what you eat or how much you consume. Your body doesn’t store more fat at night, and your metabolism does not slow down in the evening hours. “In […]
Craving sweet food is natural, but consuming lots of added sugar isn’t. Too much of it in your diet can lead to poor digestion and moodiness and negatively impact your overall health. So if you’re cutting down on added sugar, learning how to use bananas as a sweetener can go a long way. Ripe bananas […]
Caffeine has a lot of great qualities: It makes getting through a day easier when you didn’t sleep enough the night before and helps you give that workout your all. But how much caffeine should you have per day? The benefits of caffeine are well researched. “Caffeine improves both exercise performance and endurance so that […]
Viewing a nutrition label, it might appear that protein is simply protein, since that’s the only way it’s ever listed. But there’s a difference between incomplete proteins and complete proteins. Proteins consist of amino acids, each of which can appear in food in varying quantities — or not at all. That can make it hard to know […]
Your period just started, and you’re feeling less than awesome. When your belly starts to grumble, you opt for self-care in the form of food. Double fudge brownie ice cream. Salt and vinegar kettle chips. And allllll the cheese. The problem? The foods that taste good don’t always make you feel good, so your cravings […]