Protein is often touted as the essential nutrient for building muscle, shedding fat, and boosting your immune health. But how much protein do you really need? The general recommendation for the average adult is around 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight, but for those looking to build muscle, lose fat, or speed…

Spring cleaning isn’t just about tidying up your home — it’s also the perfect opportunity to refresh your eating habits. A well-organized pantry can make choosing healthier foods easier while also reducing food waste. It’s easy to accumulate snacks and other pantry staples that don’t align with your health goals, so a seasonal refresh can…

Listen to this article Shaina Zazzarro Hi there! It’s so nice to meet you! My name is Shaina Zazzaro, and I’m here to formally introduce myself as the newest columnist for the Rochester Business Journal, with my column Effortlessly Healthy with Shaina. As the busy owner of a Top 100 company in Rochester — Effortlessly…

For nearly a decade, Brandi Doming built a devoted following in the vegan community by keeping things simple: Every recipe on her blog, The Vegan 8, featured just eight ingredients or fewer (not counting salt, pepper, or water). A few years ago, when Doming decided to move beyond that limit, she worried that her audience…

Summary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is pushing to return whole milk to schools. Current guidelines restrict schools to serving low-fat or fat-free milk, with few exceptions. The bipartisan Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act would allow higher-fat milks in school meal programs. Some experts argue dairy fat may have metabolic benefits and doesn’t increase cardiovascular…

Summary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is pushing to return whole milk to schools. Current guidelines restrict schools to serving low-fat or fat-free milk, with few exceptions. The bipartisan Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act would allow higher-fat milks in school meal programs. Some experts argue dairy fat may have metabolic benefits and doesn’t increase cardiovascular…

Key Takeaways  My mom’s 4-ingredient Maple-Balsamic Vinaigrette is one of my favorite recipes.  It’s easy to make and works with different vinegars and sweeteners.  Having this vinaigrette on-hand helps me eat more vegetables. My mom is the best cook I know. A lot of why I love to cook—and chose to pursue a career in…

Whether you’re experiencing a major life transition or going through the motions of daily life, it’s worth thinking about stress-relieving habits. After all, managing stress isn’t a one-time activity, but an ongoing (and admittedly, difficult!) practice. A solid place to start is your diet, as the foods you eat significantly impact how your body handles…

Key Takeaways A new study compares how people eat with and without a metronome set at various tempos. A slower metronome tempo increased meal duration by increasing the number of bites and chews. Having a longer meal can help with digestion and satiety. If you tend to be a speed-eater, it’s not your fault. From…

Key takeaways Kiwi’s fiber and water content can help make stool easier to pass.  Kiwi contains actinidin, a digestive enzyme that may help keep food moving more quickly through the digestive tract. Regular physical activity and getting enough fiber and magnesium in your diet can help keep you regular. If you’re having trouble going No.…