What Happens To Your Body When You Do Intermittent Fasting

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January 2, 2023 · 6 min · 1264 words · Mary Leyva

What Is Bitter Melon And Can It Help You Manage Your Blood Sugar

bitter melon Credit: Getty Images / Thu Thai Thanh / EyeEm bitter melon Credit: Getty Images / Thu Thai Thanh / EyeEm bitter melon Credit: Getty Images / Thu Thai Thanh / EyeEm bitter melon Credit: Getty Images / Thu Thai Thanh / EyeEm If you aren’t familiar with bitter melon, it’s time to change that. Typically grown in Asia, Africa and the Caribbean but increasingly available in the U....

January 2, 2023 · 5 min · 949 words · Lynn Landford

5 Quick Self Care Ideas You Can Do In Less Than 5 Minutes

self care facial massage Getty / PhotoAlto/Frederic Cirou | Credit: Getty / PhotoAlto/Frederic Cirou self care facial massage Getty / PhotoAlto/Frederic Cirou | Credit: Getty / PhotoAlto/Frederic Cirou self care facial massage Getty / PhotoAlto/Frederic Cirou | Credit: Getty / PhotoAlto/Frederic Cirou self care facial massage Getty / PhotoAlto/Frederic Cirou | Credit: Getty / PhotoAlto/Frederic Cirou | Credit: Getty / PhotoAlto/Frederic Cirou In a pandemic reality, time is elastic. Hours can feel like seconds, yet days stretch out like weeks, making 2020 the most Groundhog Day-esque year since the release of Groundhog Day....

January 1, 2023 · 4 min · 766 words · Joseph Fitch

Aldi S New Street Corn Dip Is Our Go To Summer Snack

Aldi Street Corn Dip Credit: Aldi Aldi Street Corn Dip Credit: Aldi Aldi Street Corn Dip Credit: Aldi Aldi Street Corn Dip Credit: Aldi Aldi is known for their great grocery deals—from $10 wine to $8 fiddle leaf fig trees, the grocer is constantly adding fun and exciting products. While you could spend your time wandering the aisles, Aldi makes it easy to discover new releases with their monthly “Aldi Finds....

January 1, 2023 · 1 min · 184 words · Shawn Gonzalez

Brain Health Meal Plan For Diabetes

Lamb Gyros Credit: Photographer / Jennifer Causey, Food Stylist / Karen Rankin, Prop Stylist / Christine Keely In the United States, about 1 in 10 people are living with diabetes, and 1 in 9 people report experiencing cognitive decline (feeling that confusion or memory loss is happening more often). While these stats might be alarming, the good news is that there are steps we can take to improve both our cognitive health and our diabetes....

January 1, 2023 · 16 min · 3272 words · Larry Horka

Five Best Healthy Soups At Trader Joe S According To A Dietitian

Soup is one of the great comforts of cold fall and winter months, but with busy schedules, making your own soup can sometimes sound daunting (EatingWell has you covered with healthy 30-minute soup recipes, but even that sometimes is too much time). Luckily, one of America’s favorite healthy grocery chains has low-cost options that you can keep in your pantry or fridge for when your soup craving hits. There are a few things to consider when you’re evaluating store-bought soup’s nutrition information....

January 1, 2023 · 6 min · 1113 words · Vickie Brisco

Giada S Summery Sorbet Recipe Calls For Just 4 Ingredients And One Is Vodka

News View Series 8 Healthy Products to Find at Trader Joe's in February Over 400 Types of Ready-to-Eat Salad & Sandwich Products Recalled Due to Possible Listeria Contamination Padma Lakshmi Just Made This Coconut-Braised Cabbage That's Perfect for Chilly Nights Are Erewhon Smoothies Healthy & Are They Worth the $20 Price Tag? Here’s the scoop: Giada De Laurentiis’ new healthy-ish eating plan does include dessert. Yep, even spiked ones!...

January 1, 2023 · 4 min · 641 words · Sharon Morris

How To Store Cake So It Stays Fresher Longer

chocolate cake in a cake dome Credit: Getty Images chocolate cake in a cake dome Credit: Getty Images chocolate cake in a cake dome Credit: Getty Images chocolate cake in a cake dome Credit: Getty Images I know the idea of leftover cake is anathema to many. Who has cake left over? But now and again, you are faced with more cake than you’re likely to eat on the day it was sliced....

January 1, 2023 · 4 min · 762 words · Sean Abramowski

Hypothyroidism Diet Foods To Eat And Some To Avoid

One-Pot Garlicky Shrimp & Spinach Pictured recipe: One-Pot Garlicky Shrimp & Spinach Despite the online buzz, there’s really no such thing as a hypothyroid diet. No food can cure a sluggish thyroid. But combining a healthy, balanced eating plan with the right medical treatment can help ease your symptoms and help you feel like your old self again. Certain foods can help support your thyroid, and there are certain foods you should avoid or limit to support thyroid help....

January 1, 2023 · 10 min · 2090 words · Michael Delap

Kimchi Benefits According To Science

homeade kimchi Here’s a little tidbit for history buffs: Kimchi dates back to the 12th century, and is said to be the most important traditional fermented food in Korea. Today, there are many, many variations of kimchi. The most common version is made with napa cabbage, daikon radish, garlic, green onion and red pepper (try our recipe for homemade kimchi). And while Chinese cabbage is almost always the main ingredient in kimchi, it can be mixed with at least 30 different types of vegetables....

January 1, 2023 · 8 min · 1540 words · Phyllis White

Prediabetes Diet Plan 1 500 Calories

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January 1, 2023 · 9 min · 1847 words · Stephen Bullock

Super Bowl Recipes What Your State Is Searching For This Year

5633984.jpg The biggest game day of the year is this Sunday, and Google took a look at what the country was planning to make for the Super Bowl. From classic appetizers, like Buffalo chicken dip, to less traditional options, like paleo salmon cakes, here are the most uniquely searched recipes in each state for Super Bowl LIV. most popular super bowl recipes by state - map Credit: Google Alabama “Rotel dip” is the top-searched recipe in Alabama this year....

January 1, 2023 · 11 min · 2156 words · Velda Shummon

Theprep 25 Minute Mediterranean Diet Dinners For Summer

Grilled Greek Chicken and Vegetable Salad With all the fresh summer fruits and veggies, there’s no easier time to lean into the principles of the Mediterranean diet, which research touts as one of the healthiest ways to eat. The delicious dinners in this week’s plan feature plenty of veggies, whole grains, healthy fats and lean proteins, packaged up in recipes that are ready in 25 minutes or less. Your Meal Plan Easy Eggplant Stir-Fry The principles of the Mediterranean diet can be applied to any cuisine, not just to those traditional in the Mediterranean region, which is why you’ll see everything from Monday’s Easy Eggplant Stir-Fry to Friday’s Grilled Chicken Tacos with Slaw & Lime Crema....

January 1, 2023 · 7 min · 1299 words · Allison Douds

This Premade Frozen Prosecco Cocktail Comes In A Pouch And Is Perfect For Drinking By The Pool

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January 1, 2023 · 1 min · 198 words · Randy Valdez

What Are Whole Grains And Why Are They So Important Here S What A Dietitian Says

Unless you’re eating wheat straight from the field, it’s hard to know whether the foods you buy actually contain whole grains. Plus, what are whole grains to begin with? Labels can make it even more confusing for packaged foods, but not all terms are synonymous with “whole grain”. We break down what you need to know and how to make sure you’re getting a healthy dose. (For more on cooking, check out our Whole Grain Cooking Guide)....

January 1, 2023 · 7 min · 1366 words · Michael Sims

What Does A Healthy Serving Of Carbs Look Like

tomato and smoked mozzarella sandwiches Oh, carbs. People love to love carbs and love to hate carbs. But carbohydrates aren’t a demon food. In fact, they provide energy to our bodies and brains, and the right ones are packed with other nutrients like fiber, vitamins and minerals. Foods that give you carbs include grains, fruits, legumes, dairy foods and starchy vegetables such as potatoes, winter squash and corn. Sugar is a carb and foods like honey, maple syrup and sugar-sweetened beverages are loaded with simple carbohydrates....

January 1, 2023 · 5 min · 1063 words · Cynthia Washington

Why You Should Never Stuff Your Thanksgiving Turkey

You’re probably familiar with some of the basic Thanksgiving turkey mistakes, like forgetting to thaw your frozen bird ahead of time or not letting it rest after it’s cooked. But many people are still making a sneaky turkey-cooking mistake that can actually make them (and their dinner guests) sick. The mistake in question? Stuffing the turkey. If you add stuffing to the center cavity of the bird, it takes the longest amount of time to cook (read: when your bird reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, your stuffing will likely be undercooked)....

January 1, 2023 · 4 min · 677 words · Michael Wyatt

10 Superfood Snacks That Are Too Delicious Not To Eat

Give into your afternoon snack craving with these double-duty snacks. They satisfy while providing a punch of nutrients to help you power through the rest of your day. So whether you have a sweet tooth or crave something salty and crunchy, check out our top picks for healthy snacks that won’t undo your day. 1. Pomegranate Seeds pomegranate seeds OK, technically called arils. Eat ’em like popcorn and get lots of inflammation-fighting polyphenols in every refreshingly tart-sweet handful....

December 31, 2022 · 3 min · 566 words · Mary Alvord

Can Your Gut Bacteria Help You Lose Weight

Emerging science suggests that your gut microbiota-the community of microbes (a.k.a bacteria) that live in your digestive tract-may affect your weight-loss efforts. Why? Your body contains hundreds of different species of beneficial bacteria, necessary to digest food into usable energy. But while some bugs are good, others are not-so-good, and the types and levels of each may alter your metabolism, potentially making it more difficult to stay thin. “The interplay of gut bacteria with your body will impact how your body uses food for energy,” explains Julie Woodman, Ph....

December 31, 2022 · 4 min · 734 words · Tristan Perez

How Disordered Eating Can Impact Brain Health

a brain and a spoon and fork Credit: Getty Images a brain and a spoon and fork Credit: Getty Images a brain and a spoon and fork Credit: Getty Images a brain and a spoon and fork Credit: Getty Images Nearly 1 in 10 Americans have been or will be diagnosed with an eating disorder, according to the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders. While all forms of eating disorders—including bulimia, binge eating disorder, anorexia and orthorexia—impact the body and brain in different ways, research published in 2022 proves that anorexia nervosa, in particular, might have a surprisingly strong impact on not only the psychology of the brain but the physiology of it as well....

December 31, 2022 · 5 min · 992 words · Robert Ochoa