Food and Nutrition
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Adding this one ingredient to your smoothie can majorly boost gut health
May 15, 2019
Adding this one ingredient to your smoothie can majorly boost gut health
 You probably already know that that probiotics are key for keeping your gut healthy.…
By Emily Laurence
Sip on these 5 oolong tea benefits for your mind and body
May 14, 2019
Sip on these 5 oolong tea benefits for your mind and body
If black tea and green tea had a baby, it would be a little like…
By Emily Laurence
14 healthy foods to snag at Wegmans for under $5
May 14, 2019
14 healthy foods to snag at Wegmans for under $5
Despite Wegmans being the most popular grocery store chain in the entire country, when it…
By Emily Laurence
Sorry protein, but high-fiber everything is here to take your crown
May 13, 2019
Sorry protein, but high-fiber everything is here to take your crown
Last year, when the Well+Good team descended upon ExpoWest—the world's largest natural product convention, protein…
By Emily Laurence
8 benefits of beets that prove it should be in all of your salads
May 13, 2019
8 benefits of beets that prove it should be in all of your salads
Some people say you'll never forget your first kiss. Well, I'll never forget my first…
By Emily Laurence
It's rhubarb season, so take advantage of its surprising health benefits in your cooking
May 09, 2019
It's rhubarb season, so take advantage of its surprising health benefits in your cooking
If you hear “rhubarb” and think “pie,” you’re not alone. In fact, the spring vegetable…
By Caroline Shannon Karasik
We Ranked Healthy Meal Kits by Price, Time, Diet, and Variety To Find the Best One for You
May 09, 2019
We Ranked Healthy Meal Kits by Price, Time, Diet, and Variety To Find the Best One for You
How do you answer the eternal question: Whats for dinner? We're all in search of…
By Emily Laurence
Everything you need to know about cholesterol in the year 2019
May 08, 2019
Everything you need to know about cholesterol in the year 2019
In the nutrition world, few things get people more riled up (besides keto, that is)…
By Christine Byrne
The Definitive Ranking of Every Alt-Pasta at Trader Joe’s Because #carbs
May 07, 2019
The Definitive Ranking of Every Alt-Pasta at Trader Joe’s Because #carbs
Pasta has been my favorite food since childhood, and my love of carbs has only…
By Tehrene Firman
Nutritionists cut the cheese on whether or not you can eat mold…on cheese
May 06, 2019
Nutritionists cut the cheese on whether or not you can eat mold…on cheese
My entire life, I've thought that cheese is a form of mold. But then, last…
By Rachel Lapidos
6 Benefits of Peaches That Prove They're Worth a Bite All Year-Round
May 01, 2019
6 Benefits of Peaches That Prove They're Worth a Bite All Year-Round
Few sweet snacks engage all the senses quite like a peach. Feeling the soft fuzz…
By Emily Laurence
All the reasons why this registered dietitian calls eggs “nature’s multivitamin”
April 30, 2019
All the reasons why this registered dietitian calls eggs “nature’s multivitamin”
 The incredible egg. Perhaps the most versatile food (besides our forever number one, potatoes),…
By Sarah Madaus
What's the Difference Between Yams and Sweet Potatoes—Because You Know You've Been Wondering
April 29, 2019
What's the Difference Between Yams and Sweet Potatoes—Because You Know You've Been Wondering
Whether you like 'em baked and topped with butter, popped in the toaster and served…
By Emily Laurence
6 healthy benefits of pears that will win you over
April 28, 2019
6 healthy benefits of pears that will win you over
When I was younger, eating baked pears for dessert felt fancier than any fruit pie…
By Alyssa Girdwain
Move over, almonds: Pistachios are pretty damn good for you, too
April 26, 2019
Move over, almonds: Pistachios are pretty damn good for you, too
When it comes to nuts, almonds and cashews seem to be getting all of the…
By Jessica Migala
Sick of bananas? You can get just as much potassium in two medjool dates
April 25, 2019
Sick of bananas? You can get just as much potassium in two medjool dates
I feel like every time I scroll through Instagram, I'm seeing some kind of recipe…
By Isadora Baum
OK, TMI: Why does coffee always make me poop?
April 24, 2019
OK, TMI: Why does coffee always make me poop?
We've all been there: You've just finished your morning oat milk latte when you start…
By Isadora Baum
Healthy battle: Cottage cheese goes up against Greek yogurt
April 24, 2019
Healthy battle: Cottage cheese goes up against Greek yogurt
When it comes to popularity in the dairy department, Greek yogurt typically comes out on…
By Emily Laurence
It's finally strawberry season, so here are 6 healthy reasons why you should stock up while they're ripe
April 24, 2019
It's finally strawberry season, so here are 6 healthy reasons why you should stock up while they're ripe
As a kid growing up in the South, field trips to the local strawberry fields…
By Emily Laurence
8 Health Benefits of Edamame That Prove It’s More Than Just a Pre-Sushi App
April 23, 2019
8 Health Benefits of Edamame That Prove It’s More Than Just a Pre-Sushi App
Despite being one of the most popular crops in the world, there's a lot of…
By Emily Laurence
Accessibility and sustainability don't have to be mutually exclusive when it comes to food
April 22, 2019
Accessibility and sustainability don't have to be mutually exclusive when it comes to food
If Earth Day has you brainstorming ways to reduce your environmental footprint—but you've already ditched…
By Erin Magner
If You Aren’t Using Every Lemon Peel, You’re Missing Out on Some Surprising Benefits
April 20, 2019
If You Aren’t Using Every Lemon Peel, You’re Missing Out on Some Surprising Benefits
Putting a slice of lemon in your water is hands down the easiest way to…
By Emily Laurence
10 High Soluble Fiber Foods You Should Add to Your Shopping List ASAP
April 18, 2019
10 High Soluble Fiber Foods You Should Add to Your Shopping List ASAP
If you had to give an award to “World’s Sexiest Nutrient,” I’m not sure what…
By Jessica Migala
Why you like foods that you used to hate, explained
April 17, 2019
Why you like foods that you used to hate, explained
Brussels sprouts are unequivocally my favorite vegetable. As I'm writing this, I had some as…
By Allie Flinn
Gut Health Woes? Aloe Vera Juice Is a Superstar Drink for Easing Digestion
April 17, 2019
Gut Health Woes? Aloe Vera Juice Is a Superstar Drink for Easing Digestion
When I was a kid, any time I got a bad sunburn—aka literally every family…
By Emily Laurence
Make room for 18 healthy foods you should always buy at Costco
April 16, 2019
Make room for 18 healthy foods you should always buy at Costco
Costco is an amusement park for adults. Sky-high shelves stacked with anything and everything you…
By Tehrene Firman
Asparagus Is One of the Most Gut-Friendly, Heart-Healthy Foods You'll Find—Here's Why
April 15, 2019
Asparagus Is One of the Most Gut-Friendly, Heart-Healthy Foods You'll Find—Here's Why
When we talk about superfoods, a few obvious contenders—walnuts, chia seeds, green tea, quinoa, kale—immediately…
By Leigh Weingus
7 benefits of prunes that prove they're not just for grandparents
April 14, 2019
7 benefits of prunes that prove they're not just for grandparents
Prunes have such a bad rap that, in 2000, plum growers got permission from the…
By Alyssa Girdwain
Why Long-Term Success on Keto Can Be Challenging for Women, According to Hormonal Experts
April 12, 2019
Why Long-Term Success on Keto Can Be Challenging for Women, According to Hormonal Experts
Hormonal naturopathic doctor and The Supercharged Hormone Diet ($16) author Natasha Turner, ND, listened intensely as…
By Emily Laurence
7 reasons for adding grapefruit to your morning meal
April 12, 2019
7 reasons for adding grapefruit to your morning meal
I used to have a boss who would walk around the office and hand out…
By Emily Laurence
This black pepper-turmeric ghee gives any savory dish anti-inflammatory powers
April 11, 2019
This black pepper-turmeric ghee gives any savory dish anti-inflammatory powers
It's 2019 and if you still haven't heard about turmeric, I just don't even know…
By Emily Laurence
4 healthy (and easy) formulas to take the guesswork out of dinner tonight
April 10, 2019
4 healthy (and easy) formulas to take the guesswork out of dinner tonight
"I'm not asking you to reinvent the wheel." I repeat this mantra to myself each…
By Kells McPhillips
10 Plant-Based Breakfast Recipes Almost Everyone Will Love
April 10, 2019
10 Plant-Based Breakfast Recipes Almost Everyone Will Love
While there's no shortage of different eating plans out there—who knows, there might be a…
By Emily Laurence
6 reasons to get on board the broccoli-everything trend
April 09, 2019
6 reasons to get on board the broccoli-everything trend
In case you haven't heard, broccoli is pretty trendy right now. (Sorry, cauliflower, but you…
By Emily Laurence
The "50 percent" rule is the easiest way to make every meal healthier
April 08, 2019
The "50 percent" rule is the easiest way to make every meal healthier
When I was a kid, my parents followed a simple formula at mealtime. Protein was…
By Emily Laurence
Is green juice really the end-all, be-all of wellness?
April 05, 2019
Is green juice really the end-all, be-all of wellness?
 Ah, green juice. Is there anything more emblematic of the wellness movement? The starring…
By Emily Laurence
Here's what a serving size actually looks like of 10 of your favorite healthy foods
April 05, 2019
Here's what a serving size actually looks like of 10 of your favorite healthy foods
Conventional wisdom (and most research) tells us that healthy eating requires eating balanced portions of…
By Colleen De Bellefonds
Trader Joe's Teeny Tiny avocados are the secret to never watching half your avo rot again
April 05, 2019
Trader Joe's Teeny Tiny avocados are the secret to never watching half your avo rot again
Being a plant mom has nothing on bringing home a batch of avocados. My indoor…
By Tehrene Firman
Avocado's health benefits make them well-worth the hype, says this top dietitian
April 04, 2019
Avocado's health benefits make them well-worth the hype, says this top dietitian
There are only three things absolutely certain in life: death, taxes, and the fact that…
By Emily Laurence
The psychological reason to say 'yes' to the unhealthy foods you're craving
April 04, 2019
The psychological reason to say 'yes' to the unhealthy foods you're craving
Raise your hand if you've ever started a healthy food kick (hooray for green smoothies…
By Christine Byrne
This registered dietitian crowns peanut butter as the best nut butter of them all
April 03, 2019
This registered dietitian crowns peanut butter as the best nut butter of them all
 We love a good nut butter. And while almond and cashew butter have taken…
By Kara Jillian Brown
How I eat (and love) food when I know way too much about nutrition
April 03, 2019
How I eat (and love) food when I know way too much about nutrition
Sometimes, I miss the food habits of my early 20s. I ate my 25 cent…
By Emily Laurence
Potatoes are actually pretty damn good for you, according to these registered dietitians
April 02, 2019
Potatoes are actually pretty damn good for you, according to these registered dietitians
 Thanks to the ketogenic diet and other low-carb eating plans, potatoes have an even worse rep…
By Emily Laurence
7 nutritionists share the most common questions they get about healthy eating
April 02, 2019
7 nutritionists share the most common questions they get about healthy eating
Let's face it—healthy eating is confusing. Studies are all over the place (one day eggs…
By Isadora Baum
I cut out processed foods for a month to quit my 'healthy' eating habits
April 01, 2019
I cut out processed foods for a month to quit my 'healthy' eating habits
I wish I had been eating late-night Taco Bell and guzzling six-packs of Mountain Dew.…
By Kendall Bryant
Bobbi Brown's joined forces with Walmart to make beauty ingestibles uber-accessible
April 01, 2019
Bobbi Brown's joined forces with Walmart to make beauty ingestibles uber-accessible
Everything Bobbi Brown touches turns to gold. The former cosmetics mogul turned wellness mastermind has,…
By Rachel Lapidos
The healthiest bread to eat according to RDs is a Mediterranean diet staple
March 29, 2019
The healthiest bread to eat according to RDs is a Mediterranean diet staple
By now, you've likely come across your fair share of smack talk about bread: It…
By Emily Laurence
What is xanthan gum and why is it in everything I eat?
March 28, 2019
What is xanthan gum and why is it in everything I eat?
When I check the nutrition label on the back of a newfound snack, I sometimes…
By Kells McPhillips
Asking for a friend: How long can food last in the freezer?
March 27, 2019
Asking for a friend: How long can food last in the freezer?
I have a phobia of getting food poisoning. Ever since I learned the "S" word—salmonella—my…
By Allie Flinn
There's a scientific reason why certain food textures are dealbreakers
March 26, 2019
There's a scientific reason why certain food textures are dealbreakers
I wouldn't call myself picky when it comes to food texture. Bring on the gooey…
By Kells McPhillips
Check out the best places in the country to learn healthy cooking
March 26, 2019
Check out the best places in the country to learn healthy cooking
I remember when I first started to learn how to cook, I had little more…
By Jessie Van Amburg
Is There a Best Time To Drink Water? Hydration Experts Explain
March 25, 2019
Is There a Best Time To Drink Water? Hydration Experts Explain
Is it just me, or does everyone else drink water during the workday, but then…
By Kara Jillian Brown
7 Reasons Why We Should All Be Eating More Watermelon
March 25, 2019
7 Reasons Why We Should All Be Eating More Watermelon
Biting into a thick slice of watermelon is a simple joy that's just as sweet…
By Jessica Migala
Nutrition school is now in session, and its dean is Keri Glassman
March 25, 2019
Nutrition school is now in session, and its dean is Keri Glassman
When renowned nutritionist and prolific author Keri Glassman, MS, RD, CDN, was first starting out…
By Lisa Elaine Held
The secret ingredient Drew Barrymore’s nutritionist uses to sweeten up her salad dressing
March 21, 2019
The secret ingredient Drew Barrymore’s nutritionist uses to sweeten up her salad dressing
I hate to admit it now, but it wasn't until I was well out of…
By Tehrene Firman
A doctor explains the constant craving for salty foods
March 20, 2019
A doctor explains the constant craving for salty foods
Even if your kitchen is full of healthy snacks, sometimes there's no denying the desire…
By Emily Laurence
Kale just joined the "Dirty Dozen" pesticide list for the first time in a decade
March 20, 2019
Kale just joined the "Dirty Dozen" pesticide list for the first time in a decade
I've never had to worry too much about kale. Unlike strawberries and spinach, which often…
By Tehrene Firman
A nutritionist explains why people are so damn obsessed with MCT and coconut oils
March 19, 2019
A nutritionist explains why people are so damn obsessed with MCT and coconut oils
 Let’s face it: Oil is having a moment. It’s stocked in our pantries, fridges,…
By Sarah Madaus
Grab a bigger spoon, because we found a Nutella dupe with way less sugar
March 15, 2019
Grab a bigger spoon, because we found a Nutella dupe with way less sugar
Here’s an alternative theory that’ll rock your TRL-loving world: Back in 1997, when N’Sync first…
By Alexis Berger
How to make homemade yogurt—whether you're plant-based or want *all* the dairy
March 14, 2019
How to make homemade yogurt—whether you're plant-based or want *all* the dairy
If you're big into DIY wellness, you may already make your own cashew milk or…
By Emily Laurence
Rubbing ginger all over your forehead might soothe headaches
March 13, 2019
Rubbing ginger all over your forehead might soothe headaches
Sometimes nothing seems to help with headaches. You can chug all the water you want…
By Tehrene Firman
Sorry not sorry: Kayla Itsines is absolutely pro-bread
March 13, 2019
Sorry not sorry: Kayla Itsines is absolutely pro-bread
Unlike keto-aficionados or J.Lo and A. Rod, fitness influencer Kayla Itsines wants you to eat bread.…
By Zoe Weiner
The internet lied. That viral pineapple pulling "hack" is just a sticky mess
March 12, 2019
The internet lied. That viral pineapple pulling "hack" is just a sticky mess
If you were stranded on an island and you could bring only three things, what…
By Kells McPhillips
Wegmans proves cereal *can* be healthy with new protein-packed Coconut Flakes
March 12, 2019
Wegmans proves cereal *can* be healthy with new protein-packed Coconut Flakes
Let's be real. Cereal isn't something most adults really want to give up. Sure, it's…
By Tehrene Firman
You shouldn't have to choose between a potato and a sweet potato because they're both good for you
March 12, 2019
You shouldn't have to choose between a potato and a sweet potato because they're both good for you
 The rivalry between sweet potatoes and their regular potato cousins has never been greater…
By Jessie Van Amburg
Cilantro vs. parsley: Everything you need to know about the curiously divisive debate
March 10, 2019
Cilantro vs. parsley: Everything you need to know about the curiously divisive debate
If you've ever rushed through the grocery store and grabbed a bundle of cilantro when…
By Alexa Tucker
The scientific reasons why sweet-and-salty foods turn us into snack monsters
March 08, 2019
The scientific reasons why sweet-and-salty foods turn us into snack monsters
I like to think I have a decent amount of self-control when it comes to…
By Erin Magner
This artist will pay you $2,320 a month to do absolutely nothing (seriously)
March 07, 2019
This artist will pay you $2,320 a month to do absolutely nothing (seriously)
There are easy jobs and then there are easy jobs. But here's something you'll rarely—if…
By Kells McPhillips
Let's settle once and for all whether kale or spinach is better for your bod
March 07, 2019
Let's settle once and for all whether kale or spinach is better for your bod
When it comes to the part of the produce section that's full of all that…
By Emily Laurence
Beans are good for your heart—and if you eat them with this Ayurvedic spice, they won't make you fart
March 05, 2019
Beans are good for your heart—and if you eat them with this Ayurvedic spice, they won't make you fart
From low-carb burritos to Indian-inspired stews served over rice, beans are a key ingredient in many warm,…
By Kells McPhillips
5 healthy reasons to eat pumpkin in seasons that don't rhyme with schmautumn
March 02, 2019
5 healthy reasons to eat pumpkin in seasons that don't rhyme with schmautumn
When PSL season rolls around, you know it’s going to be a great couple of…
By Isadora Baum
Meet quark, Germany's answer to Greek yogurt
February 28, 2019
Meet quark, Germany's answer to Greek yogurt
Greek yogurt has long been the reigning king of the healthy living community, but there’s…
By Alanna Nuñez
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