Pasta lovers, rejoice! Despite years of being pushed to the sidelines by trendy low-carb diets, experts say pasta can still have a starring role on your day-to-day menu. “Pasta can definitely be part of a healthy diet,” Stephanie Schiff, a registered dietitian nutritionist at Northwell Huntington Hospital, told The Post. “You can eat it every … Read more
We’ve all been there: A moment of stress hits or boredom sets in, and suddenly the chip bag is empty and the pint of ice cream is gone. Almost everyone overeats on occasion. For some, however, these episodes of binging come with a sense of losing control, often followed by feelings of guilt and shame. … Read more
The items are cool by nature — but are they healthy? The freezer aisle is a stop on many a grocery shopper’s run, whether they’re picking up some frozen veggies or getting a pint of ice cream. While we might think of frozen foods as inherently unhealthy, it turns out the chilling method doesn’t matter … Read more
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About one in eight Americans have tried GLP-1 drugs like Mounjaro, Zepbound and Ozempic — and they’ve shrunken appetites so dramatically that people are spending noticeably less on groceries. But one dietitian and LillyDirect partner — a platform from Eli Lilly, which sells Mounjaro and Zepbound — tells The Post there are actually lots of … 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
Eating for the ‘gram rather than your nutritional well-being? The rise of social media has coincided with a surge in food misinformation and unhealthy eating habits among young and young-ish folk, experts warn. “I see a few recurring misconceptions among Millennials and Gen Z around nutrition,” Kylie Sakaida, MS, RD, best-selling author and Factor’s First … Read more
They may be the magical fruit, but this trend could leave your stomach feeling anything but enchanted. #BeanTok is the latest health craze sweeping social media, with influencers urging viewers to eat two cups of beans a day for better gut health. But a dietitian told The Post that piling on the pintos too fast … Read more
New York Post may receive revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Weight gain and bloating are pretty standard PMS symptoms, but that doesn’t mean you should have to live with them. I’d been riding that rollercoaster for nearly a decade, and frankly, it was getting … Read more
The latest health fad has fans seeing green. A liquid supplement is going viral, with wellness influencers claiming it can do everything from clear up skin and curb cravings to combat body odor and even crush cancer. But while the internet is busy guzzling it by the dropper, many experts aren’t convinced it’s the cure-all … Read more
GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy might help you ditch the food baby, but they could also affect your ability to make a real one. Ayla Barmmer, a registered dietitian and reproductive health expert, told The Post that about 15% of her patients using the medications have struggled to conceive. Within that group, she said … Read more
Talk about a bowel movement. From chia-studded puddings to lentil-loaded lunches, wellness influencers are flooding social media with high-fiber feasts they say improve digestion and ward off weight gain. But can too much fiber backfire? Maura Donovan, a registered dietician and medical education specialist of sports nutrition at Thorne, has the low-down on “fiber maxxing” … Read more
Can working out on an empty stomach work for you? On a recent episode of the Mind the Game podcast, basketball legend LeBron James shared his daily training routine, revealing that he doesn’t eat a full meal until after his sweat session and well after noon. While the strategy is clearly effective for James — who … Read more
Sorry, Fido — this one’s not for you. The latest TikTok nutrition hack has been dubbed “human kibble” due to its rather striking resemblance to dog food. William Kim (@myfoodisme2) has had tongues — and tails — wagging since he posted his recipe, racking up 6.3 million views and plenty of opinions. The latest TikTok … Read more
No ifs, ands or butts about it — there are three things oncology dietitian Nichole Andrews avoids because she’s worried they will raise her risk for colon and other cancers. “Knowledge is power, and I’m here to drop some truth bombs about how to reduce cancer risk,” Andrews, who wrote “The F*ck Cancer Cookbook,” posted … Read more
Happy eww year! New Year’s Eve is one of the booziest holidays — it’s common to usher in a hangover along with the new year. You’ll typically feel the worst of it — the headaches, muscle aches, nausea and anxiety — the morning after heavy drinking when your blood alcohol concentration is near zero. Alcohol … Read more
It’s easy to go ham on the Christmas leftovers, but excessive grazing between meals can cause you to pack on the holiday pounds. “It’s important to rate your hunger before reaching for a snack, as weight gain can happen when we eat because of emotion or habit,” Emily Feivor, a registered dietitian at Long Island Jewish Forest … Read more
It turns out you can top pepperoni and sausage as pizza ingredients. Nichole Andrews, a Washington-based oncology dietitian and author, is revealing five ideas for “tasty, wholesome” pizzas to sub for pies with processed meats like pepperoni or pre-cooked sausage. The World Health Organization’s International Agency for Research on Cancer classified processed meat as “carcinogenic … Read more
No thanks! Psst, you don’t have to go into feast mode just because it’s Thanksgiving. It’s possible to enjoy the indulgent holiday without feeling overstuffed. Stephanie Schiff, a registered dietitian nutritionist at Northwell Huntington Hospital, said that what and when you eat makes all the difference on Thanksgiving. Start your Thanksgiving with a salad to … Read more
As we march through the holiday season, daylight is dwindling, social and familial obligations reach a tinsel pitch, and it’s easy to feel fatigue set in. Whether it is a struggle to get out of bed when the sky is dark, work burnout, or the temptation to nap after indulging in a filling feast, the … Read more