If you can no longer stomach uncomfortable belly bloat, try one of these seven fruits to ease abdominal pressure. Florida gastroenterologist Joseph Salhab recommends blueberries, dates, dragon fruit, kiwifruit, guava, papaya and pineapple for taming a full, tight tummy. Florida gastroenterologist Joseph Salhab recommends blueberries, dates, dragon fruit, kiwifruit, guava, papaya and pineapple to ease … Read more
Call it a joints effort. Dr. Nick Pappas, a board-certified hand surgeon in the New Orleans area, is sharing his three favorite snacks to reduce joint inflammation — blueberries in the morning, walnuts at lunch and dark chocolate at night. “I do find that these little additions to my diet have definitely contributed to keeping my joints happier and less … Read more
Call it pear pressure. Nichole Andrews, a cancer dietitian based in Washington, is encouraging her 178,700 TikTok followers to embrace the bell-shaped fruit because it’s rich in fiber, antioxidants and nutrients and has been shown to help maintain blood sugar levels. Andrews went so far as to declare pears her “favorite food that reduces cancer … Read more
Not drinking enough fluids during the summer can land you in hot water. Water makes up roughly 60% of your body weight — dehydration happens when you don’t replenish the fluids you lose to sweat, tears, and urine. Most people don’t drink enough water, with 75% of Americans considered chronically dehydrated. Severe dehydration can cause serious … Read more
An avocado a day keeps the doctor away. New research has found that eating one avocado every single day is associated with health benefits, including improved sleep and diet quality. “We do know from prior work that avocado intake is linked to lowered risk of cardiovascular disease,” Penn State University postdoctoral scholar Dr. Janhavi J. Damani, … Read more
This is 40 — eating thoughtfully to age gracefully. People who eat nutritiously in their 40s and beyond are 43% to 84% more likely to be in good physical and mental health at 70 compared to those who do not, new research finds. People who eat nutritiously in their 40s and beyond are 43% to … Read more
Don’t be all, like, uncool this summer. Dr. Lindsey Zubritsky, a board-certified dermatologist based in Mississippi, is sharing the four things she would never do when the weather turns warm — walk barefoot by the pool, use citrus in the sun, shave over warts and sleep with wet hair. Zubritsky often shares skincare tips on … Read more
Eat your veggies — not chemicals on them. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, just one in 10 Americans is meeting our daily allowance of fruits and vegetables. While the detoxifying qualities of fruits and veggies have been well-established, one nutritionist says produce can benefit from a detox bath of its own. Experts … Read more
You’ll want to cut this part from the guacamole recipe. Cutting avocados accounts for about 1 in every 50 knife injuries in America, according to a recent study published in the American Journal of Health Behavior. “It’s shocking how many ER department visits are related to avocado hand-cutting injuries,” Matthew E. Rossheim, the lead author … Read more
2 legit? “Losing weight would be a lot easier if your body was addicted to fitness, and I got one little trick that will help you do that,” Jenna Rizzo, a women’s weight loss coach from Georgia, began a TikTok last week about her 2-2-2 method. Rizzo’s daily plan involves drinking two big bottles of … Read more
They’re putting their foot down. Often the butt of the joke, those with a foot fetish have revealed to HuffPost what exactly about feet is oh, so hot. Some are drawn to the physical appearance of tootsies — painted nails, curved arches, toe rings, certain shoes and socks, or the size and shape, for example — and for … Read more
Fill ‘er up! Low-glycemic foods are a key component of overall wellness — they are digested and absorbed more slowly, meaning that when we eat them, we feel fuller for longer. A diet of these foods supports weight management by increasing satiety and decreasing caloric intake while also stabilizing blood sugar levels, which is essential … Read more
She’s no friend of store-bought blends. Pre-made smoothies and cocktails as well as frozen foods should be avoided if you’re trying to shed pounds, a Georgia women’s weight loss coach claims. “These foods I’m seeing eaten in excess, not moderation, which can make weight loss really difficult,” Jenna Rizzo said in a Monday TikTok that has … Read more
Time to turn up the heat on your red sauce. Everybody in New York City has a pasta preference and is just waiting to brag that their grandmother’s pecorino romano-fueled pot is better. Still, many home chefs get hurdled by the little things that go a long way taste-wise — especially producing a sweetness that … Read more
This news may make your day matcha better. Consuming a lot of flavonoid-rich foods and drinks such as green tea, berries, and apples can lower the risk of Type 2 diabetes, a new UK study finds. 113,097 participants underwent at least two 24-hour dietary assessments to determine their Flavodiet Score. Researchers were interested in their … Read more
Can it! Dieticians shared their seven favorite canned food items to help you manage your blood sugar with EatingWell. Listen up if you want to see the health benefits of having lower blood sugar which include better hormonal health and improved mood. 1. Canned fish Dieticians say that canned fish like salmon and tuna are … Read more
Fruits and veggies are an important part of a balanced diet — and also balanced sleep. A new study from Finland looked into how fruit and vegetable consumption in Finnish adults impacted sleep duration. The research considered data from the National FinHealth 2017 Study, which involved 5,043 adults over the age of 18. These respondents reported their dietary … Read more
Looking for a healthy option to bring to a summer picnic? Try one of these tasty and colorful fruits — you’ll be doing your heart a favor. Registered dietitian Sherry Gray tells Verywell Health that there are plenty of summer fruits that can help keep your heart healthy and help you stay hydrated too. The … Read more
City grocery-store owners are blasting Big Apple officials for allowing licensed fruit and vegetable vendors on the same block as their shops — in some cases fewer than 30 feet away — eating into their profits. In Forest Hills, Queens, a fruit and vegetable stand is located just 25 feet from a Key Food supermarket … Read more
He’s not so shore about your holiday menu. An emergency room doctor is sharing the five foods he would never bring to the beach for fear of food poisoning — cold cuts, fresh salads, anything with mayo, raw meat, and pre-cut fruits. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates 48 million people get sick … Read more