As a dietitian, I believe all foods can be part of a healthy and balanced eating pattern. However, many people (myself included) consume more sodium than we realize. According to the Food and Drug Administration, Americans eat around 3,400 milligrams of sodium per day, compared to the recommended intake, which is less than 2,300 mg…

Share this Article You are free to share this article under the Attribution 4.0 International license. <!– Topic <!– –> Practicing mindfulness focused on healthy eating can be good for the heart because it improves self-awareness and helps people stick to a heart-healthy diet, new research shows. The study found that when people with elevated…

Sugar is the most demonized substance in the food world out there. Diet culture fears it, and food companies love that it does. “Sugar-free” or “no added sugar” have become favorite terms in food marketing, continuously blaming all of society’s health problems on the sweetener. So, is sugar really as bad as it seems? Let’s…

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No Reuben sandwich would be complete without two dark slices of pumpernickel bread. We often sleep on pumpernickel as a bread option, but this dark loaf is delicious and nutritious, and one that’s worth getting to know better. Here’s everything to know about pumpernickel bread, from what it actually is, whether it’s a healthy bread…

Welcome to Start TODAY. Sign up for our free Start TODAY newsletter to receive daily inspiration sent to your inbox — and join us on Instagram! You asked, we answered! Hundreds of Start TODAY members told us they wanted more healthy, balanced meal ideas to help them reach their health goals. This dietitian-designed meal plan gives you the…

Eating a nutritious diet is a cornerstone of a healthy lifestyle. However, the timing of our meals matters just as much as the choices we make. While some foods are powerhouses of nutrition, they might not be the best choices for nighttime consumption. Navigating nighttime eating choices is crucial for overall health and well-being. As…

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Photo by Lucas Tusinean | The Triangle With societal pressure of achieving the perfect diet, issues such as malnutrition, imbalanced diets, food insecurity and eating disorders impact the mental health of Drexel University’s students. Started in 2007, the Healthy Minds Study is an ongoing study of student mental health across universities throughout the United States.…

When it comes to processed foods, finding the right balance is of paramount importance. Processed, unhealthy foods, often deemed unavoidable in our fast-paced lives, can indeed play a role in meeting our daily nutritional requirements, provided they are approached with vigilance. Surprisingly, many individuals following various forms of Western diets unwittingly incorporate ultra-processed foods into…