Many of us reform our wellness routines in order to look and feel better — but it’s possible to take these efforts too far. For some, this can mean focusing on nutrition to the extent that it becomes harmful, a phenomenon some experts suggest should become an officially recognized eating disorder: orthorexia nervosa. There are a number […]
By now, most of us know that fiber — like sleep and water — is something we could use more of. It’s been billed a wonder worker for everything from healthy digestion to weight loss. The USDA Dietary Guidelines recommend that women consume at least 22 to 28 grams of fiber per day, and men eat at least […]
For the last few decades, fitness fans who grew to love unique and bold beers were left to drink watery, bland light beer from the big guys if they wanted to keep their waists trim. Thankfully for beer lovers, breweries have figured out how to make light craft beers without having to compromise (much) on […]
Whether you opt for the open road or a stationary bike, it’s easy to fall in love with cycling. The sport offers a myriad of benefits — from improved endurance to mood-boosting endorphins — that are only amplified by a healthy cycling diet. Nutrition for cycling isn’t unlike most other healthy, balanced diets. It’s based on […]
If you’ve tried eliminating added sugar from your diet, you know that it seems to creep its way into everything. One of the biggest culprits? Dressings, marinades, and sauces. Instead of ruining your gorgeous salads with globs of sugary sauce, try these 10 sugar-free salad dressings instead. Not only are they free of added sugar in its most […]
So you’ve decided to ditch the booze and lead a healthier life. But you still want to enjoy the complex and intriguing flavors that a well-made cocktail can bring. Well, you’re in luck because there are plenty of great recipes for making a killer non-alcoholic cocktail, often called a “mocktail.” These combinations can approximate the […]
For some, a drink is an ideal way to unwind at the end of a long day or celebrate the weekend’s arrival. But sometimes you have to drive, or parent, or maybe you’ve decided to be more health-conscious. Luckily, you can keep a clear head and still stay in good spirits by enjoying the best […]
A lot is made of the odd dietary combinations that result from cravings during pregnancy, but comparatively little is devoted to how should you eat while breastfeeding. While the “eating for two” mindset gets an overdue makeover in our nutrition program, 2B Pregnant, lactating mothers do need extra calories. Let’s explore where they should come from. How Many […]
If you’re avoiding kombucha because you don’t think it tastes good — well, you probably haven’t tried the best kombuchas. Sure, “booch” is made from a yeast and bacteria colony (known as a SCOBY) that looks like a baby alien, and its tartness can be an acquired taste for some people, but there are some amazing flavors […]
For years, it looked like egg yolks were no longer disinvited from the breakfast table. After decades of warnings over the amount of cholesterol in yolks, researchers reversed course: Studies suggested that dietary cholesterol had a minimal impact on blood-cholesterol levels and touted the nutritional benefits of egg yolks (fat-burning choline, bone-building vitamin D). In 2016, […]