Michele Ross

Healthy Cooking

‘I Never Felt Connected to My Jewish Heritage—Until I Rediscovered It Through Food Halfway Across the World’

"Somehow, I felt that I won the Jewish jackpot, at least where food was concerned."

by Michele Ross

Healthy Drinks

4 Drink Habits That Will *Seriously* Improve Your Sleep Quality

Ever wondered what time of day a dietitian says you should stop consuming caffeine for the most restful sleep? It's here.

by Michele Ross

Healthy Eating Tips

Before You Stock up on Supergreen Powders, Know That They Lack One Nutrient That’s Hugely Important for Gut and Heart Health

"For this reason, while supergreen powders do have their merits, I would not say they are the best option if an individual is looking for help...

by Michele Ross

Healthy Drinks

‘I’m a Dentist, and Here’s Why You Should Never Brush Your Teeth Right After Drinking Coffee’

Plus how to keep your teeth as pearly white as possible—even if you consider coffee drinking an extreme sport.

by Michele Ross

Healthy Drinks

This Green Tea Pineapple Smoothie Is Packed With Brain-Boosting Catechins, a Powerful Antioxidant That Promotes Healthy Aging

Less oxidative stress, stronger immune defenses, and thriving gut health all point in one direction: to a cleaner bill of health for years to come.

by Michele Ross

Healthy Eating Tips

7 Foods Rich in Luteolin, the Brain-Boosting Flavonoid Linked to Combating Inflammation and Anxiety

“Luteolin is associated with a reduction in brain fog, reduced stress and symptoms of anxiety, improved memory, and reduced risk of cognitive decline."

by Michele Ross

Healthy Drinks

What’s the Best Beverage for Boosting Your Gut Health? We Asked an RD

TL; DR: It's all about diversity.

by Michele Ross

Healthy Eating Tips

3 ‘Rules’ About Eating for Better Sleep That You Can Definitely Ignore

The sooner you stop believing these myths, the better sleep you'll have.

by Michele Ross

Healthy Breakfast Recipes

We’ll Be Baking These Protein Cinnamon Toast Crunch Blondies for Breakfast Until Further Notice

They're super rich in fiber, too.

by Michele Ross

Healthy Eating Tips

‘I’m a Nutritional Psychiatrist, and This Is the Brain-Friendly Herb I Always Recommend Eating for Boosting Focus and Mental Energy’

This herb is packed with luteolin, an all-star antioxidant that works wonders on brain fog.

by Michele Ross

Healthy Drinks

What a Derm and a Dietitian *Really* Think About Hailey Bieber’s $17 ‘Skin-Supporting’ Erewhon Smoothie

We were honestly pretty surprised at their take.

by Michele Ross

Skin-Care Tips

‘Retinal’ Works Faster and Better Than Retinol—So Why Isn’t It In Your Routine Yet?

It's the strongest retinoid you can get without a prescription.

by Michele Ross

Healthy Eating Tips

These Foods Pack Both Soluble and Insoluble Fiber—Eat Up for *All* the Digestive and Longevity-Boosting Benefits

Eating both types of fiber can offer a variety of benefits, including promoting digestive regularity, reducing cholesterol, and even lowering your risk of developing heart disease...

by Michele Ross

Healthy Drinks

Is There Any Truth to That ‘Hair of the Dog’ Method for Helping a Hangover?

...Or will that bloody mary or mimosa-fueled brunch just make your head pound harder?

by Michele Ross

Healthy Eating Tips

4 Reasons a Dietitian Says You Should Be Adding Heart-Healthy Plums to Your Fruit Rotation Immediately

If you're looking for fruits that pack gut-boosting benefits, look no further.

by Michele Ross

Healthy Drinks

‘I’m a Dietitian, and These Are the 5 Brain-Boosting Beverages I Drink To Support My Cognitive Health As I Age’

Great news, coffee fans.

by Michele Ross

Healthy Eating Tips

L-Citrulline Is an Amino Acid Known To Boost Brain Performance and Heart Health, and There’s Only One Food You Need To Eat To Get It

...And it's basically the perfect summertime snack.

by Michele Ross

Healthy Eating Tips

Why You Should Be Buying the ‘Ugliest’ Watermelon You Can Find, According to a Food Expert

Stop being so shallow! Yellow patches and webbing are both green flags.

by Michele Ross

Healthy Eating Tips

‘I’m a Gut Health Expert, and It’s Time We Debunk This Major Myth About Buying Probiotic-Rich Products’

Once and for all, is a higher probiotic CFU count always better?

by Michele Ross

Healthy Eating Tips

Americans Aren’t Getting Enough of This Key Brain-Boosting Nutrient—Here Are 3 Ways To Eat More of It

Just one more reason to load up on salmon at the supermarket.

by Michele Ross

Healthy Cooking

Our Association of Masculinity With Grilling Is Just One More Under-Discussed Facet of Diet Culture

Here's something to marinate on.

by Michele Ross

Skin-Care Tips

Succinic Acid Is the Little-Known Acne-Fighting Ingredient That Rivals a Retinoid—And It Won’t Irritate Your Skin

Well beyond your teen years and still dealing with pesky breakouts? If conventional topicals (think salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, and sulfur) aren’t quite cutting it to...

by Michele Ross

Healthy Eating Tips

7 Foods Rich in Iodine, a Mineral Essential for Thyroid Function

Just one more reason to order sushi tonight.

by Michele Ross

Healthy Eating Tips

5 Foods and Drinks That Can Sneakily Dehydrate You

If you love pickles as much as we do, this one's for you.

by Michele Ross

Healthy Eating Tips

This Time-Saving Meal Prep Trick Will Multiply the Fiber and Anti-Inflammatory Benefits You Get From Fruits and Veggies by a *Lot*

Spoiler alert: An apple with skin contains up to 332 percent more vitamin K, 142 percent more vitamin A, and 115 percent more vitamin C than...

by Michele Ross

Healthy Drinks

This Beverage Is Considered a Super Source of Catechins, a Potent Anti-Inflammatory Compound Linked to Longevity

This form of phytochemical is great for gut health, too.

by Michele Ross

Healthy Eating Tips

The 7 Best Gut-Friendly Fermented Foods at Trader Joe’s, According to an RD

We promise: Every single one of these gut-friendly foods is worth the exceedingly long line.

by Michele Ross

Healthy Eating Tips

3 Myths a Food Safety Expert Wants To Dispel About Eating Fruit and Veggie Peels

“Whether you choose organic or traditionally produced fruits and vegetables, the important thing is to get plenty of servings of fruits and vegetables each day."

by Michele Ross

Healthy Eating Tips

Should You Eat Fermented Foods on an Empty Stomach?

Booch with breakfast, anyone?

by Michele Ross

Healthy Cooking

Why a Dietitian Says Sesame Oil Should Be a Go-To Ingredient for Anyone Following a Heart-Healthy Meal Regime

And its potent vitamin E and zinc content will make your skin *glow.*

by Michele Ross

Healthy Eating Tips

Is *This* the Magic Number of Fermented Foods You Should Aim To Eat Per Day?

Bring on the kimchi, kombucha, and kefir.

by Michele Ross

Healthy Cooking

For Cookbook Author Grace Young, Supporting Chinatowns Isn’t Just About Business—It’s About Community and Cultural Preservation

“Chinatowns and Chinese restaurants have been economically impacted by the pandemic since January 2020, when businesses were shunned because of misinformation and xenophobia. Ever since, many...

by Michele Ross

Healthy Drinks

How Your Body’s Hydration Levels Impact Your Mood and Anxiety, According to an RD

Plus, expert-approved ways to effortlessly boost your body's hydration levels.

by Michele Ross

Healthy Eating Tips

What Happens to Your Digestive System When You Lie Down After Eating?

Plus, the gastro's ideal amount of time we should wait to lay down after eating a meal.

by Michele Ross

Healthy Eating Tips

The Top 7 Heart-Healthy Trader Joe’s Products a Dietitian Always Adds to Her Cart

Dark chocolate definitely included.

by Michele Ross

Healthy Eating Tips

‘I’m a Gastroenterologist, and Here’s How Eating Standing Up Versus Sitting Down Impacts Your Digestion’

"The most important thing is to be mindful while eating and be in tune with what your body needs."

by Michele Ross