Do you need to pump up your iron intake? Iron deficiency has been called one of the world’s most prevalent nutritional problems — more than a third of women younger than 50 have insufficient amounts of iron. Now, an Australian sports nutritionist is sharing what you need to know before taking an iron supplement. “The body … 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
They say summer bodies are made in winter — but this nutritionist says you can be beach ready in just one week. Gabriela Peacock is sharing eight tips to transform your physique in seven days, which will come as sweet relief to those who put off healthy eating and exercise in the cooler months. “While … Read more
The secret to looking like a celebrity could be in your refrigerator. Marius Morariu, a holistic nutritionist and the co-founder of Manhattan’s celebrity-loved Tracie Martyn, a spa known for prepping stars for the Met Gala and the Oscars with their signature facials and natural skincare line, is offering his tips on how to shine from … Read more
An Australian made pancake mix touted as being “nutritionist created” and vegan-friendly has been urgently recalled after it was found to contain milk. Food Standards Australia issued a recall notice on Friday for Elixinol Wellness’ Mt Elephant brand “buttermylk” mix due to the “undeclared allergen.” Any buyers of the Byron Bay pancake mix suffering a … Read more
She has a bone to pick with these products. Nutritionist Claire Sorlie is spilling the tea on the two “health foods” she believes are overrated — collagen powders and probiotic supplements — and four she finds underrated — bone broth, raspberries, sauerkraut, and Sleepytime tea. “Items your grocery list does & doesn’t need!” Sorlie captioned … Read more
Mixing powders or popping pills pre-workout might be pointless, says one diet expert. Although some supplements can give your body a boost, others are a complete waste of time, Rob Hobson, a UK-based registered sports dietitian and author of “The Detox Kitchen Bible,” told the Daily Mail. The experienced nutritionist explained that while it’s not … Read more
This could be a danger to your health — no butts about it. A nutritionist is sounding the alarm about “office bum,” saying a flat posterior could pose serious medical issues. Expert Annabelle Smith says shapeless booties are extremely common due to our sedentary lifestyles, with many workers sitting uninterrupted for up to 9 hours … Read more
Cutting junk foods from your diet can be a process. Ultra-processed foods (UPFs), which contain high levels of salt, refined sugars, cholesterol-spiking fats and other controversial lab-based ingredients, are all but impossible to avoid. Decades of research have shown that foods that undergo extensive factory manufacturing, such as potato chips, cookies, store-bought condiments and prepackaged snacks, … Read more
This time of year, chances are that your inbox and social media feed has been inundated with all the latest diet offerings — juice cleanses, shakes, programs, kickstarts and regimes claiming that they hold the ultimate answer to weight loss. Like many things in life, in the case of diet programs, if they sound too … Read more
The fountain of youth may be just two weeks away. That’s according to UK-based nutritionist Gabriela Peacock, who told The Sun she’s helped high-profile individuals reverse the signs of aging with the right diet. “The science is evident that we all have the power to make simple life-changing alterations to better our future selves — … Read more
Navigating the Chick-fil-A menu in pursuit of a healthy meal can be a challenge, especially when a Chick-fil-A Deluxe Sandwich, waffle fries and milkshake are calling your name. With a menu that revolves around fried chicken, it’s safe to say not everything on the Chick-fil-A lineup is inherently nutrient-dense. Still, with a bit of strategic planning, you … Read more
Many people believe that McDonald’s isn’t typically associated with the healthiest fare. Catherine Karnatz, a Rhode Island-based registered dietitian and owner of Nutrition Education RD, said many McDonald’s food items are high in saturated fat, cholesterol, added sugar and salt. But by ordering carefully from the menu and not making the fast food chain a regular part of … Read more
A holistic nutritionist shared her “ultimate wellness hack” that changed her life — and it’s super simple. Rebecca Leigh Sejzer, the founder of the self-improvement platform Within You, shares health and wellness advice with her 189,500 followers on TikTok and recently let her followers in on her tip to have better days. Sejzer, 25, said that … Read more
It’s time to jettison these foods before takeoff. What you consume affects your energy levels as you try to align your body with the time zone you’ve landed in. Some compounds are digested differently in higher elevations, meaning that the foods you eat before or during a flight should be chosen with extra care. To … Read more
This discovery may make you go coco-nuts about what kind of milk you put in your morning coffee. According to a recent report from She Finds, one dietitian asserted that coconut milk may actually have some negative side affects on metabolism due to its high fat content, claiming that it could slow it down. However, … Read more
That morning cup of joe is a cup of no. A nutritional therapist claimed that drinking coffee first thing in the morning may be doing more harm than good. Olivia Hedlund posted the now-viral TikTok in which she warned that people who reach for that steaming cup of java on an empty stomach are more … Read more
The first few years of life set the foundation for brain health. Studies show that a nutritious diet in infancy is key to promoting a child’s long-term well-being, and the foods they eat can impact their cognition, temperament, motor skills and language development. As a nutritional psychiatrist, I’ve found that foods rich in omega-3 fatty … Read more
1. Berries Use it for: baked desserts, smoothies, yogurt toppings, breakfast bowls Berries, such as blueberries, raspberries, strawberries and blackberries, are one of nature’s best sources of antioxidants. Studies show that antioxidant levels in berries remain stable long after they’re frozen. Some of the best stores to find frozen berries at a bargain include Trader … Read more