Close When you bake more than a dozen batches of chocolate chip cookies in 48 hours, chances are you’ll eat, sleep and dream cookies. At least, that’s what happened when the EatingWell Test Kitchen cranked out upwards of 400 cookies in a quest to find out what would happen when we replaced sugar in the recipe with other natural sweeteners. The results surprised even our most expert bakers. Here’s how the cookies panned out (no pun intended)…...
Close Photo:Getty Images. EatingWell design. Getty Images. EatingWell design. In today’s fast-paced world, maintaining optimal brain health is more important than ever. Our brains are responsible for every thought, emotion and action, making their well-being crucial for overall health. While many people focus on exercise and nutrition for physical health, the brain also requires careful attention and nurturing. Surprisingly, tea, a simple beverage enjoyed across cultures, can have a significant impact on brain health....
In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleWhy This Tea Is GreatHow to Enjoy ItOther Tips for Sleep In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Why This Tea Is Great How to Enjoy It Other Tips for Sleep Close Photo:Eating Well/Getty Images Eating Well/Getty Images Having trouble winding down and staying asleep at night? If so, you’re not the only one. Around 33% of adults in the United States report not getting the recommended seven hours of sleep each night, leaving many feeling restless and tired in the A....
In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleBest Tea for BloatingBenefitsHealthy Eating TipsOther Tips In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Best Tea for Bloating Benefits Healthy Eating Tips Other Tips Close Photo:Getty Images Getty Images That uncomfortable feeling of pressure in your belly from bloating is never fun. While you may do all the “right” things when it comes topreventing bloating from startingin the first place, sometimes it sneaks up on you and you’re left trying to figure out what caused it and how to treat it … stat!...
Close Having a healthy gut not only aids in digestion and nutrient absorption, but it also supports a myriad of other parts of the body, including your immune system, brain, skin, heart and more. Since the extensive health benefits have come to light in recent years, many people are interested in boosting the well-being of our microbiomes. But contrary to what you might think, you don’t need to take an expensive supplement to support a healthy gut....
Did you know that there’s a health condition that can increase your risk of diabetes, but often doesn’t have anysigns or symptoms? That condition is insulin resistance. While often overlooked, insulin resistance is becoming increasingly common. In fact, 4 out of 10 adults in the U.S. ages 18 to 44 have insulin resistance. Problem is, many people don’t know they have it. The good news is that insulin resistance can be treated with lifestyle changes....
Close Photo:FreshSplash/Getty Images FreshSplash/Getty Images Healthy blood pressure acts as a silent guardian of our heart health. But high blood pressure, also called hypertension, occurs when blood flow pushes against vessels too forcefully.Picture blood pressure like the pressure of water flowing through a hose. Too much pressure can damage the hose, just as high blood pressure can harm our blood vessels and organs. What Happens to Your Body When You Drink Tea Every Day...
ClosePhoto:Kseniya Ovchinnikova/Getty ImagesCraving comfort, congestion relief or better digestion? A cup of tea can be your all-in-one remedy. Tea is the world’s second most popular beverage–behind water–and has been sipped for centuries. Each cup, whether crafted from leaves, roots, flowers or dried fruits, is brimming with health benefits.One of those benefits is tea’s ability to help lower inflammation. And one popular variety, known for its bold and spicy flavor, is superior to others with its anti-inflammatory properties....
Close Photo:Getty Images Getty Images When nausea strikes, it can be hard to do pretty much anything. Thankfully, you don’t have to spend your hard-earned money on an expensive supplement or tincture to settle that stomach. Instead, reach for this staple tea found at nearly every market. We spoke with registered dietitians to learn about the best tea to drink when nausea is knocking at your door. Here’s what they told us....
Close Photo:Viktoriya Skorikova/Getty Images Viktoriya Skorikova/Getty Images When you have high cholesterol, you’re likely turning to your diet to make changes to help keep your cholesterol in check. Many have heard that upping fiber and reducing saturated fat and added sugar can positively affect cholesterol levels. Still, you may not have heard of one beverage that may also have a beneficial effect—tea. “Traditional tea contains antioxidants and offers health benefits such as cancer prevention and cholesterol reduction,” saysLisa Andrews, M....
In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleFactors Affecting Electrolyte AbsorptionBest Time to Drink ElectrolytesElectrolyte Sources and Recommendations In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Factors Affecting Electrolyte Absorption Best Time to Drink Electrolytes Electrolyte Sources and Recommendations Electrolytes charge up your muscles—literally. They’re minerals—sodium, potassium, calcium, chloride, phosphate and bicarbonate—that every cell relies on to function well.“Electrolyteshelp generate and transmit electrical impulses across cell membranes, which are necessary for muscle contractions, nerve impulses and heart function,” saysKatie Emerson, M....
Close Photo: Getty Images / Edwin Tan Struggling to make your sweat session a habit? You’re not alone. Only 47% of Americans aged 18 and older are hitting the recommended aerobic exercise goals and only 24.2% of Americans are reaching both aerobic and muscle-strengthening exercise recommendations.The current exercise recommendations for healthy adults age 18-65 include at least five days a week of moderate aerobic activity for at least 30 minutes, plus an activity that increases muscular strength or endurance two days each week....
ClosePhoto: Getty ImagesEarlier this fall, we learned thatwalking after meals for just two minutes(yes, really!) can have a substantial impact on blood sugar. But beyond sprinkling in little activity “nuggets” as dessert, researchers are still on a quest to learn more about the best methods, times of day and intensity levels of exercise that might affect—and potentially help us better manage—our blood sugar levels.While you might think this only matters for people who have diabetes or are at a higher risk for it, blood sugar is actually important for all humans to keep even-keeled....
