Getty When a new year comes around, you’ll find that many people want to uplevel their health, mainly their fitness routine and diet. However, many don’t know where to start when curating a healthy diet. Unfortunately, studies show that Black women demonstrate health disparities compared to other ethnic groups, like obesity and lack of a…

Fast food isn’t limited to burgers, fries, or fried chicken sandwiches. At a place like Panda Express, fast food is chow mein, rice, teriyaki chicken, orange chicken, beef and broccoli, and many of your other favorite Chinese-American dishes. Not only is their food quick, convenient, and tasty, but Panda Express also offers a ton of…

There is no shortage of advice available to individuals looking to lose weight and improve their diet. Unfortunately, some of those tips and tricks are inaccurate, outdated, and/or require some nuance. That’s why Allegra Picano, a dietician for Detroit-based Henry Ford Health, sought to offer up a handful of nutrition myths to stop believing.

While all berries deserve a spot on your plate for their health benefits, some berries stand out like tiny champions, boasting high doses of vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants. Berries are like super-charged shields that protect your cells from damage. They have four times the strength of other fruits and ten times the power of vegetables,…

An emulsifier is a binding agent used in products like processed foods, cleaning agents, and personal care items. Overconsuming them is linked to increased inflammation, gut health issues, and cancer risks. Emulsifiers are substances that help blend together two ingredients that don’t typically mix, like oil and water. Without an emulsifier, your store-bought ice cream…

When you think “protein powder,” you might automatically conjure up visions of a gym bro chugging a shake between reps. But thanks to a growing interest in protein-forward diets, more and more of us have taken the plunge into protein supplementation. A 2023 survey conducted by Cargill found that 29 percent of American consumers said…

Target is a fun place to shop. You can hit up their Dollar Spot or browse the cute clothes, soft blankets, beautiful home decor—and find your new favorite snack, all in one trip. If your goal is to lose weight, increasing your fiber intake is a smart move. Fiber has a long list of health…

In a recent review published in Nutrients, researchers review the associations between following a Mediterranean diet (MD) and features of sleep such as sleep duration, insomnia, daytime sleepiness, and overall sleep quality. Study: Mediterranean diet and sleep features: a systematic review of current evidence. Image Credit: PeopleImages.com – Yuri A / Shutterstock.com MD as a healthy,…

Ronnie O’Sullivan’s Secret to Success: An Air Fryer and a Smoothie Maker Acclaimed snooker player Ronnie O’Sullivan, universally known as ‘The Rocket’, has credited his recent series of victories to two seemingly unrelated household items: an air fryer and a smoothie maker. Following his triumphs at prestigious tournaments like The Masters and World Grand Prix,…

Women who eat higher amounts of plant-based protein may enjoy a healthier old age, a new study suggests. Researchers tracked almost 50,000 women between 1984 and 2016 to assess whether they experienced “healthy aging”. They defined this as “being free from 11 major chronic diseases, having good mental health, and not having impairments in either…