People who consume greater amounts of a popular artificial sweetener could face a greater risk of heart attack and stroke, a new study suggests. The research, which was presented at the ESC Cardiology Congress in Germany this week, showed that higher levels of xylitol in the blood were associated with an increased risk of major adverse cardiovascular … Read more
Imagine a snack that not only physically melts in your mouth with every bite, but whose calories seem to disappear just as quickly. Magic, right? Your brain thinks so, thanks to a phenomenon known as “vanishing caloric density.” But this mental magic trick could actually lead you to eat more calories — and pack on … Read more
BOSTON — When it comes to losing weight, it turns out the simple math of counting calories doesn’t always add up. Fad diets come and go, but the underlying message almost always follows a simple equation. If you consume fewer calories than you burn, the weight will melt away. In principle, it’s true. And counting … Read more
Stop the bot-ty shaming. A diner was shocked and appalled after allegedly getting calorie-shamed by a restaurant’s order screen, per a viral Reddit post. A diner claimed that they were called out over their calorie intake by the order screen at an all-you-can-eat sushi restaurant. Georgii – stock.adobe.com According to the thread, shared to the … Read more
The latest beverage trend is far from clean – and it’s raising red flags with doctors. Known as a “dirty soda,” it’s a soft drink that also includes a combination of added ingredients, such as flavored syrups, creamers, fruit juices, and other garnishes. The result is a sweet beverage that’s a combination of a soda, … Read more
Higher temps, higher calorie burn? Think again. As the weather warms up — and temperatures climb into the high 80s in New York City this week — people are spending a lot more time outside. Getting more movement is certainly good for burning calories and keeping healthy, but our bodies may naturally burn fewer calories … Read more
From snack bars and “proffee” to carnivore diets, protein consumption is being hyped up everywhere these days. Getting enough is crucial not just to build bigger muscles, but to help fight infection, provide energy and support wound healing as well. And the newest addition to “protein-maxxing”? Clear protein, a superstar nutrient that’s not your typical … Read more
Weight loss is complex – and goes beyond counting calories, according to experts. Dr. Jason Fung, a kidney specialist and author of the recent book “The Hunger Code,” said lasting weight loss requires a shift in how people understand and respond to hunger. “Most of the time, we focus on eating less or what we’re eating, … Read more
That “fridge cigarette” might be accelerating your cognitive decline. A new study out of Brazil determined that popular sweetening agents in items like Diet Coke could cause the brain to age 62% faster than brains with less exposure. And the numbers are even more startling for younger people and those with diabetes. Over eight years, … Read more
January is National Soup Month, and, for many Americans, that means reaching for familiar comfort foods like chicken soup or tomato soup, but which one is actually healthier? The nutritional profile of a bowl or cup of soup can run across the spectrum from healthy to fatty and caloric. Vandana Sheth, a plant-based dietitian and diabetes expert … Read more
Sweet salvation? Scientists at Tufts University have discovered a way to produce a safe dupe for sucrose, AKA table sugar. Better yet, the sweet stuff has significantly fewer calories, minimal impact on blood sugar, and may even have potential benefits for oral and gut health. Unlike artificial sweeteners, tagatose is a naturally occurring sugar found … Read more
This discovery might leave a bad taste in your mouth. A new study found that a popular low-calorie sweetener commonly used in sugar-free gum, candies and diet-friendly baked goods may increase your risk of developing a serious liver disease. The chronic illness already affects 1 in 3 American adults and is rising fast among children, … Read more
Americans are likely to gobble up about 4,500 calories at their Thanksgiving feast on Thursday — and that’s before the inevitable late-night raid for leftovers. But minding your menu doesn’t mean you have to ditch the dishes you look forward to all year. “You may find that making small, healthy changes to your Thanksgiving meal … Read more
Jennifer Stojkovic is pumped for Thanksgiving. As a new mom, she needs extra calories for recovery and breastfeeding — and the Super Bowl of Eating is the perfect excuse to load up. Stojkovic, who gave birth to son Roman in September, has been craving carbs, specifically a sweet potato casserole with brown sugar, dried cranberries, … Read more
Shiver me thinner! Forget frostbite, high energy bills and frozen pipes — there’s at least one upside to colder weather. When temperatures drop, we burn more calories to maintain our internal temperature, a process known as thermogenesis. Winter weather provides an unlikely opportunity — the ability to burn calories through shivering. luismolinero – stock.adobe.com Our … Read more
High calories, low mood. Pizza, fried chicken and ice cream sound soooo good on a bad day, but several studies have shown that ultra-processed foods (UPFs) like donuts do not help your health or well-being and actually harm them. In fact, the latest research — out this week in The Lancet medical journal — warned … Read more
Maybe the “Z” in Gen Z will eventually stand for “Zepbound.” It’s no surprise that Gen Zers love their nuggs and glizzies — research suggests that about 62% of their calories come from ultra-processed foods (UPFs). A new study out of Virginia Tech warns that this is a recipe for disaster, especially for the Gen … Read more
A teaspoon a day may keep cholesterol away. A popular spice used to flavor curry dishes like paneer is packed with health-boosting nutrients that can lower cholesterol and protect the immune system. And new research out of Japan finds that the flavorful seeds also show potential for fighting fat. A daily teaspoon of this popular … Read more
Research has revealed that “fake fasting” may offer the same age-reversing health benefits as forsaking food. Known as the fasting mimicking diet (FMD), the diet is designed, as the name implies, to mimic the effects of water fasting by targeting blood glucose, ketone levels and other biomarkers. While traditional fasting is characterized by the utter … Read more
You had me at halo. Health halos are foods that seem healthy because they are marketed as “organic,” “low-fat,” “natural” or “gluten-free,” but they’re not actually good for you since they’re high in sugar, salt or calories. Research has consistently shown that consumers have trouble distinguishing health halos. For example, a recent study found that … Read more