Can’t get enough of Thanksgiving dinner? Leftovers are always a hit after Turkey Day, but one expert has revealed the foods that should never be reheated due to the health risks they pose. Spinach, according to dietitian Harini Bala, contains nitrates, levels of which increase with cooking, studies have shown. At high heat — such as … Read more
The upcoming presidential election could lead to a lot of unwanted – and sometimes unhealthy – snacking. Emotional eating can be a byproduct of stressful times, including political events, sports playoffs and other happenings, according to various studies. Recent research published in the journal Nutrients indicated that emotional eating is considered a “critical risk factor for recurrent weight … Read more
A dietician is spilling the tea on how certain brews can help you lose weight. Lauren Manaker, an award-winning registered dietitian, author, speaker, and entrepreneur wrote an article for Health sharing her favorite teas to support you on your weight loss journey. Green tea Pesky weight, prepare to meet your Match-a. Green tea has both … Read more
Dietitians — they’re just like us! Well, at least in one way — they often find themselves in a hurry, with no time to make the so-called most important meal of the day a special, healthful, cooked-at-home one. And so, we’re all eating breakfast on the fly, at least from time to time — but because it sets … Read more
Determined to give up sugar after plowing your way through one too many cookie platters over the holidays? You wouldn’t be the only one making that your New Year’s resolution. Now, to keep it. Easier said than done — we as human beings are pretty much hardwired to lust after the sweet stuff, according to … Read more
Snack-ré bleu! No steel tubs of mass-produced slop in l’Hexagone. An American dietician in Paris, France, had the online masses salivating after sharing a TikTok video detailing the mouthwatering and highly nutritious dishes served at her daughter’s school. “I feel so lucky to live in a country that puts such value on making sure all … Read more
Wicked hangover ruining your Saturday morning? Forget carb-loading, chugging Pedialyte or attempting to choke down hair of the dog — the ultimate cure could be hiding in the grocery aisle. Kombucha and kimchi are key to getting rid of the pounding headaches and the stomach-churning the morning after hitting the town, one expert insists. The fermented … Read more
Dieters who count calories for weight loss may want to rethink their strategy. There’s little proof that calorie counting helps shed pounds, according to a top epidemiologist and dietician in the UK, who says people should focus on the quality of their food instead. “[Calorie counting] is complete nonsense,” said Tim Spector, professor at King’s … Read more