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Close Photo: Getty Images While it’s easy to overlook, next to the muscle, bone, organs and fat in our bodies that often step into the spotlight, water actually makes up 55% of the average adult female body and about 60% of adult male bodies,according to Cleveland Clinic. Just like the grass in a park and the plants in anherb gardenrequire water from rain, a hose, sprinkler or watering can to grow and thrive, “We depend on water to survive,” says Katherine Brooking, RD, co-founder of the nutrition news company Appetite for Health in San Francisco....

Even just being slightly dehydrated—to the tune of 2%—can lead to symptoms like headaches, lightheadedness, irritability, difficulty concentrating and fatigue, Cardel confirms (andresearchverifies). Water makes up about 60% of our body weight, and “is crucial to our body’s ability to function and thrive,” adds Molly Bremer, M.S., RD, an anti-diet dietitian with Mind Body Health in Washington, D.C., and northern Virginia. Since it’s so impactful, the topic is an easy target for over-the-top health claims....

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Close Photo:Getty Images Getty Images Gut health is crucial to your overall well-being, impacting everything from immune functionand digestionto mood and mental health. When looking to support gut health, many of us turn tofermented foodslike yogurt, kimchi and sauerkraut or high-fiber options like fruits, vegetables and whole grains. But for some, eating fermented foods can lead to gastrointestinal distress that has the opposite effect of the intended benefit, causing discomfort and potentially worsening gut health....

ClosePhoto:globalmoments / Getty ImagesConstipation is no fun. Yet, it’s incredibly common. According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, roughly 16% of U.S. adults struggle with it. And if you’re over 60, that number jumps to 33%.The good news is that a fiber supplement can help get things going.That said, if you’restruggling with constipation, a fiber supplement shouldn’t be the only tool in your toolkit for staying regular....

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleWhat Are Antioxidant Supplements?Do They Work?Potential Risks of Taking Antioxidant SupplementsGetting Your Antioxidants from FoodFAQs In This ArticleView All View All In This Article What Are Antioxidant Supplements? Do They Work? Potential Risks of Taking Antioxidant Supplements Getting Your Antioxidants from Food FAQs Close Photo: Getty Images According to theNational Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, antioxidants help prevent oxidative stress, which is thought to play a role in a number of health ailments, including cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease and certain eye diseases....

ClosePhoto: Getty Images / anilakkusWouldn’t it be nice to just pop a pill and not worry about eating your vegetables? Unfortunately, it doesn’t really work like that when it comes to vitamin and mineral supplements. Around50% of Americansreport taking some kind of dietary supplement, with about 30% taking a multivitamin. We’re also spending billions of dollars (around $40 billion in 2014) on supplements. That’s a pretty big investment to make, especially when you consider90% of us don’t eat enough fruits and vegetables....

Close Photo: Nathan Dumlao/Unsplash/Getty Images We’ve all been there: after ordering food or a drink at the counter of a local café orfast-food chain, it’s time to pay, but the touchscreen gets flipped around just as you’re pulling out your card. The screen lights up, asking for a tip with suggestions ranging from 15% to 20% of your purchase. It feels like everyone behind you in line can see your decision, and the cashier will be able to tell what you choose....

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleStudy DesignStudy ResultsReal Life TakeawaysThe Bottom Line In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Study Design Study Results Real Life Takeaways The Bottom Line Close Photo:Getty Images Getty Images If you’ve jumped on the ChatGPT bandwagon, you might use it to write your social media posts, poems for your sweetie or legal documents. But should you be using it for medical information? Specifically, should you use ChatGPT for nutrition advice?...

‘Tis the season for fresh berries!If you, too, have been looking forward to spring produce season, chances are high that you might also get a little overzealous and buy a box or two too many at the farmers’ market or grocery store. As much as we try to work our way through them quickly enough, we don’t always beat the deadline. Nobody wants to go in the fridge and seemoldy berries!...

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Close Photo: Getty Images Low-carb diets have been trending for a while, and they’ve always been pretty controversial. On the one hand, many people shareanecdotal storiesabout how low-carb fad diets like keto helped them lose weight. But on the other hand, super restrictive diets like these cut out food groups that are super healthy, like whole grains, fruit and starchy vegetables. Not only does this make them hard to follow, but also it can make it hard to get enough fiber and meet your nutrient needs....

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