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In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleThe Best OptionProtein and Cognitive HealthNutrients to Focus OnOther Strategies In This ArticleView All View All In This Article The Best Option Protein and Cognitive Health Nutrients to Focus On Other Strategies Close Photo:Assets: Getty Images. EatingWell GIF. Assets: Getty Images. EatingWell GIF. We don’t need to tell you that the foods you eat play a significant role in your long-term health. But did you know they also impact your cognitive health?...

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleHow to ChooseThe Best High-Protein Snack for Gut-HealthOther Snack Ideas In This ArticleView All View All In This Article How to Choose The Best High-Protein Snack for Gut-Health Other Snack Ideas Close Photo:JERRELLE GUY JERRELLE GUY We are a nation of snackers: Most U.S. adultseat at least one snack every day. Snacking is so significant, data suggests snacks contribute to approximately 20% of most adults’ total calorie intake per day....

Close Photo:Getty Images. EatingWell design. Getty Images. EatingWell design. It probably comes as no surprise that the foods you eat have a significant impact on your heart health. And you may have already heard about the heart-friendly benefits offiberandhealthy fats. But there’s another key nutrient your heart needs to stay strong, and that’sprotein. “Protein is an important part of a heart-healthy diet,” saysKimberly Campbell, M.D., FACC, a cardiologist with Cardiology Consultants of Philadelphia....

Close Photo:EatingWell design EatingWell design Protein provides the building blocks of bones, muscles, skin, hormones, enzymes and more. Because it’s digested slowly, it also promotes satiety. So, it’s super important for your health! But if you’re following—or considering—the Mediterranean diet, you may wonder if you’re getting enough protein. After all, this heart-healthy eating plan is based on a foundation of plant foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains and legumes. That’s where a protein-rich snack like ourRicotta & Yogurt Parfaitcomes in....

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleProtein and Weight LossThe Best High-Protein SnackWhat to Look ForTips In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Protein and Weight Loss The Best High-Protein Snack What to Look For Tips Close Photo:Getty Images. EatingWell design. Getty Images. EatingWell design. Protein is all the rage. From bars to shakes to cereal, there’s a protein-fortified product that promises to help you get more of this sought-after nutrient....

ClosePhoto:Jacob FoxA salad is the ultimate customizable lunch, dinner or side dish. It typically starts with lettuce and continues with add-ins like veggies, fruits, grains, protein, nuts, seeds and dressings. With so many options, a salad can range from a light side dish to a satisfyingstand-alone meal.Not only should it include an array of fruits and vegetables, but a healthy salad also needsproteinto keep you full. As a longtime vegetarian and dietitian, I add one particular plant-based protein to almost every salad I make....

Whether you are a regular tea drinker or you enjoy a cup tosoothe a sore throat, odds are you’ve enjoyed tea recently. What Happens to Your Body When You Drink Tea Every Day On its own, tea contains antioxidants. But there’s one thing you can add that helps preserve these compounds in your cup—and it may even boost their health benefits, too. We spoke to leading nutrition experts to get the facts on this ingredient (it’s so easy to find) and why adding it to your tea is the way to go....

While your morning coffee may have received the same treatment for as long as you can remember, it may be time to switch up—or rather, spice up—your routine. Gastroenterologist and author ofThe Fiber-Fueled CookbookWill Bulsiewicz, M.D., just dished on how he enjoys adding spices to his coffee to “supercharge its benefits” in a new Instagram post. Catherine Falls Commercial/Getty Images “Want to spice up your coffee? This is what I’m adding to my morning coffee so I can spice up my day,” Bulsiewicz said at the start ofthe Instagram video....

Close Photo:Leigh Beisch Leigh Beisch On the days I go into the office, I usually pack asalad for lunch. It’s an easy way to get a wide variety of veggies (and sometimes fruit) into my midday meal, and it’s also my favorite way to repurpose leftovers and minimize food waste. Pluseating salad is good for you—and since I’m working on making healthier choices to helplower my cholesterolbefore I go in for my annual physical later this year, I’m all in....

Close Photo:Westend61/Getty Images Westend61/Getty Images When it comes to time-honored recipes—especially those that allow a few simple ingredients to shine—I often stick to tradition. Still, I’ve found a way to amp up the flavors of one of my favorite Italian salads without changing the essence of the dish. The Origins Of Caprese Salad While modern versions of the well-known salad tend to include dollops of pesto sauce, balsamic vinegar and even an extra helping of cheese (in the form of Parmesan), tradition keeps it simpler....

ClosePhoto:Jenny HuangI really, truly love salad. My family eats hearty salads for dinner at least once a week (more frequently in the summer). And it’s my go-to lunchtime meal. One thing I started doing was making clean-up-after-dinner salads that I bring to work for lunch. What that means is this: I put salad greens into a container, then add leftovers from dinner as I put things away. Not only is it a great way to use up bits that I wouldn’t typically save, but it also makes for some pretty interesting salad combinations....

Close Photo:Getty Images Getty Images The humble sandwich: there’s no secret as to why it’s a popular meal. A sandwich is a versatile choice that checks a lot of boxes. Breakfast sandwich on a fresh bagel? Literal perfection! Lunchbox staple? You bet! Sub sandwiches for dinner? I can hear the crowd cheering! Gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan options? Of course! Our 30 Best Sandwich Recipes In my humble opinion (after eating all of the types of sandwiches that exist on this green Earth for all of my life), the No....

Close Photo:Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Sue Mitchell, Prop stylist: Skylar Myers Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Sue Mitchell, Prop stylist: Skylar Myers You may have heard thateating before bedis ano-noif weight loss is a goal. However, that couldn’t be further from the truth. And, there’s science to prove it. A small snack may actually benefit cardiovascular and metabolic health, as well as promote muscle protein synthesis, according to a research review....