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This Pasta Salad Is Packed with 16 Grams of Protein
Who says you need meat for a high-protein meal? Our vegetarian High-Protein Pasta Salad packs in the protein and fiber for a knockout dish that is sure to satisfy. We swapped out grain-based pasta for chickpea pasta and added whole chickpeas and fresh mozzarella pearls—all big contributors to the dish’s protein. Crunchy cucumbers, sweet cherry…
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The #1 Juice for Gut Health, According to a Gastroenterologist
Gastroenterologist Joseph Salhab, D.O., recommends drinking tart cherry juice for gut health. Its high polyphenol and antioxidant content can help reduce inflammation in the gut. Plus, tart cherry juice is a natural source of melatonin, which can help you sleep better. Looking for a gut-healthy drink to add to your routine? Gastroenterologist Joseph Salhab, D.O.…
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Thursday’s Health Report: Why you should consume less ultra-processed foods
BATON ROUGE — Seed oils have received a lot of attention lately, with many people on the internet saying to avoid them altogether. Before you clear out your kitchen cabinets, there are various factors to consider. “The bigger picture is looking where these seed oils are found. So, a lot of products, if you’re eating…
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5 Supplements You Shouldn’t Be Taking, According to a Dietitian
You should think twice about choosing supplements without third-party testing. Supplements can interfere with your medication, so always check with a provider first. Supplements for weight loss, caffeine and high-dose supplements should be avoided. Welcome to Thrifty. A weekly column where nutrition editor and registered dietitian Jessica Ball keeps it real on how to grocery…
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EXCLUSIVE: Kroger Gets Serious About Improving Health Outcomes
Kroger Health President Colleen Lindholz addresses the crowd as the grocer’s Nourishing Change Conference. While many grocers wouldn’t invite their competitors to collaborate on ways to improve health outcomes in the United States, The Kroger Co. is doing just that this week through its inaugural Nourishing Change Conference in Cincinnati. Kroger Health President Colleen Lindholz spoke…
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Woman asks if burgers are actually unhealthy—expert has unexpected take
For many people, a tasty burger with all the toppings is the ultimate cheat meal. But rather than feeling guilty afterwards, one nutrition expert has sparked a debate after breaking down whether they could actually be healthy. Sarah Ballantyne, PhD and founder of Nutrivore, shared a video on TikTok (@drsarahballantyne) discussing whether burgers are as…
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‘Orthorexia’ Is More And More Common. Here’s What You Should Know About It.
draganab via Getty Images While eating a nutritious diet is a good thing, it can cross a line and become a disruption to your daily life. Between fad diets, the protein-ification of nearly everything and new wearable technology that tracks all kinds of biometrics, it’s easy to get swept up in the health-obsession craze. Plus,…
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Towards food policies that support healthy and sustainable consumption
The report aims to help policymakers and stakeholders in Member States considering the development ofdemand-side food policies by providing a better overview of relevant and effective policies, useful processesas well as success factors and barriers. The case studies: provide a brief overview of how food policies and priorities have evolved in each country explain the…
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There are more ways to make West Virginia healthy
I’ll hand it to West Virginia lawmakers for being on the forefront of a national movement during the recent legislative session, and educating me while doing so. I hadn’t thought much about artificial food dyes, or problems associated with them, until a bill to ban them started gaining traction in February. The synthetic dyes have…
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Runners: Why omega-3 could be the performance- and recovery-boosting supplement you need
The supplement shelves are a crowded place to be right now, and it can be hard to know where to start, what supplements to take and when a food-first approach might be superior. One such supplement is omega-3. While we know omega-3 fatty acids are important for the general population’s health, some recent studies have…