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In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleHow Was the Study Conducted?What Did the Study Find?How Does This Apply to Real Life?The Bottom Line In This ArticleView All View All In This Article How Was the Study Conducted? What Did the Study Find? How Does This Apply to Real Life? The Bottom Line Close Photo:Getty Images Getty Images You’ve probably heard of circadian rhythms but do you know what they are? And do you know how they might affect your health?...

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleHow Was This Study Conducted & What Did It Find?How Does This Apply to Real Life? In This ArticleView All View All In This Article How Was This Study Conducted & What Did It Find? How Does This Apply to Real Life? Close Photo:Getty Images Getty Images But what about diabetes? While there is evidence that inconsistent sleep and circadian rhythms may increase the chances of diabetes, a new study published on July 17, 2024, inDiabetes Careset out to see how strong the connection is, and whether having a genetic propensity toward diabetes would increase this risk....

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleSleep and Well-BeingIs 6 Hours of Sleep Enough?StrategiesFrequently Asked Questions In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Sleep and Well-Being Is 6 Hours of Sleep Enough? Strategies Frequently Asked Questions Close Photo:Getty Images Getty Images When I meet a person for a nutrition consultation, I always ask: “How many hours of sleep do you get per night?” Whenever someone answers “Six hours or less,” a little red flag goes up in my mind....

In This ArticleView All View All In This Article What Is a Grain-Free Diet? Potential Benefits of Going Grain-Free Who Might Benefit from a Grain-Free Diet? Will a Grain-Free Diet Help Me Lose Weight? Drawbacks of Grain-Free Diets What Else to Know Before Trying a Grain-Free Diet The Bottom Line It seems like every year there’s a new food group or food component to blame for all your health ailments. First it was gluten, then it was dairy, and now it’s all grains....

What Is Agave? 5 Sneaky Sources of Added Sugars That Are Probably in Your Kitchen Right Now What Is Agave Used For? Picture Recipe:Berry Morning Muffin Agave packs 20 calories per teaspoon, five more than granulated sugar, but, like honey, it’s sweeter than sugar, so you need less to achieve the same level of sweetness. But unlike honey, it’s vegan, so it’s a great alternative for vegan baking. You’ll also find it commonly used to sweeten marinades and drinks....

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleWhat Is Air Frying?How It Affects FoodAir Frying vs. Deep FryingIs It Healthy? In This ArticleView All View All In This Article What Is Air Frying? How It Affects Food Air Frying vs. Deep Frying Is It Healthy? Air fryers have actually been on the market for more than 10 years, yet they still seem to be more popular than ever right now. But what is it about the air fryer in particular that makes it a top choice?...

Aloe vera juice has been gaining popularity, and you may have seen the juice on supermarket shelves. But what exactly is it? And is it good for you? There are numerous purported health benefits that have been swirling around social media, one of which that it’s good for people with diabetes. Here’s a look at the science that examines the effects of aloe vera juice on blood sugar in people with diabetes....

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleWhat Is It?NutritionHealth Benefits In This ArticleView All View All In This Article What Is It? Nutrition Health Benefits ClosePhoto: Getty ImagesFrom the skin- and hair-care aisles to the dietary supplement ones, retail stores are loaded with products containing aloe vera. Aloe vera, sometimes called a miracle plant, has been used for centuries due to its health properties. Ancient civilizations like the Egyptians and Greeks used topical aloe to treat wounds, hemorrhoids and hair loss....

Close Photo:Getty Images. EatingWell collage. Getty Images. EatingWell collage. I am a big fan of almond milk—I put it in my coffee and in myovernight oats, and I dunk cookies in it. And I’m not alone in this: research shows that almond milk is the most popular nondairy milk choice for U.S consumers.I always thought that it was an eco-friendly alternative to cow’s milk. After all, dairy cows take up a lot of space and resources, and they produce a lot of methane—a powerful greenhouse gas—thanks in part to their burps and farts....

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleWhat Is Avocado Oil?Is Avocado Oil Good for You?Health Benefits of Avocado OilHow Does Avocado Oil Compare to Olive Oil?The Bottom Line In This ArticleView All View All In This Article What Is Avocado Oil? Is Avocado Oil Good for You? Health Benefits of Avocado Oil How Does Avocado Oil Compare to Olive Oil? The Bottom Line Avocado oil has gained in popularity and is more commonly used today than it was even a few years ago....

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleNutritionHealth BenefitsPrecautionsHow to Store & UseFAQs In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Nutrition Health Benefits Precautions How to Store & Use FAQs Balsamic vinegar is a versatile condiment and a popular kitchen staple—and for good reason. You candrizzle it on salads,marinate veggieswith it or even use it as a glaze forfruitsor desserts. But is balsamic vinegar good for you? To find out, we looked at what the research says and spoke with a registered dietitian who weighs in on the health benefits and potential drawbacks of including balsamic vinegar in your diet....

Close Body mass index(BMI) is foundational in health care around the world today. The simple equation of weight relative to height may be used to determine your risk for certain diseases, your insurance premiums and even whether or not you qualify for certain medical procedures. But researchers have been questioning the value of BMI in individual health assessment for a while now—and more recently, body-positivity advocates have implicated its contributing role in weight bias and racism in health care, which has more people than ever asking: should we be using BMI at all?...

Close Photo: Getty Images Bok choy is one of the many types of Chinese cabbages widely eaten in Chinese communities. In Cantonese, bok choy means “white vegetable.” You’ll also find this staple available in Asian grocery stores, as well as in many major grocery stores. What’s so special about bok choy? Read on to find out what it is and its potential health benefits. Get to Know Bok Choy—the Crunchy Cruciferous Veggie You Need to Try...