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Close Pictured Recipe:Spaghetti Squash with Roasted Tomatoes, Beans & Almond Pesto But it turns out that this trend is founded on rocky ground. “There is no evidence that removing gluten from the diet is, in and of itself, a means to better health or weight loss,” said Rachel Begun, M.S., R.D.N., nutrition advocate and special diets expert. Because gluten is in many foods we should limit-cookies, cakes and refined grains-the anecdotal success of the diet may instead be due to eating more nutrient-rich foods, such as fruits and vegetables, beans, nuts, gluten-free whole grains, dairy and lean meats....

Some research has hinted that eating within certain windows, akaintermittent fastingor IF, might align better with our circadian rhythms and may improve blood sugar and cholesterol and boost longevity. For this reason, IF has been having a moment over the last decade. Celebritiesfrom Jennifer Aniston to Jimmy Kimmel have given it a shot, and dozens of diet books have been released explaining how to follow one of the plans, be it the 5:2 method, 16/8, eat-stop-eat or the warrior method....

Eating more fiber can help you lose weight, even if you don’t make other changes to your diet. Fiber is super-filling. You digest it more slowly than simple starches and sugars. Plus, dieters who were told to get at least 30 grams of fiber a day, but given no other dietary parameters, lost a significant amount of weight, found a recent study in theAnnals of Internal Medicine. Not only is it great for keeping your appetite-and your weight-in check, fiber hasloads of other health benefits....

ClosePhoto: Getty ImagesIf you peek into my freezer, you’ll always find several bags of frozen fruit. My husband makessmoothiesa few times a week and enjoys snacking on semi-frozencherries. Our daughter likes to make mango lassis andnice creamfor snacks and desserts. And having frozen fruit on hand makes it incredibly easy to whip up afruit crispwhen we’re craving a sweet finale to our day.I’m a Dietitian & These Are 16 Recipes I Make with a Bag of Frozen BerriesThe only place I buy frozen fruit is at Costco....

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleFrozen Yogurt vs. Ice Cream NutritionWhat’s The Difference?Which Is Healthier?Healthy Eating TipsFAQs In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Frozen Yogurt vs. Ice Cream Nutrition What’s The Difference? Which Is Healthier? Healthy Eating Tips FAQs Frozen aisles are often the final pit stop before hitting the grocery checkout, and there’s no shortage of ice-cold sweet treats. Many decisions exist on which icy-cold treat to pick, whether dairy-based or plant-based....

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleUnderstanding Glycemic IndexUnderstanding Glycemic LoadKey DifferencesWhich One Should You Use? In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Understanding Glycemic Index Understanding Glycemic Load Key Differences Which One Should You Use? Close Photo:Getty Images. EatingWell design. Getty Images. EatingWell design. If you have diabetes or prediabetes, you may have come across terms like “glycemic index” (GI) and “glycemic load” (GL) when putting together ablood sugar-friendly diet, but understanding what they are and distinguishing between the two is important....

In January 2019, 37 scientists in theEAT-Lancet Commissionshocked the world when they published a set of diet guidelines for everyone on Earth in order to feed our growing population while keeping climate change in check. The international panel based its recommendations on thousands of research studies covering factors like the amount of arable land on Earth and the nutrients humans need to stay healthy. And reducing beef consumption may be key....

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleWhat Is Greek Yogurt?Health Benefits of Greek YogurtNutrition InformationHow to Enjoy ItThe Bottom Line In This ArticleView All View All In This Article What Is Greek Yogurt? Health Benefits of Greek Yogurt Nutrition Information How to Enjoy It The Bottom Line Greek yogurt is an easy, filling and high-protein snack or breakfast option that’s typically considered to behealthier than regular yogurt. Is this true, though? Should you always go for Greek yogurt, and what’s the best way to eat it to maximize its health benefits?...

Andrew Scrivani But theNational Cancer Institutepoints out that human studies have been mixed, and no definitive link between exposure to PAHs and HCAs from grilled meat and cancer has been established. That’s in part because the amount of these chemicals you might consume from a piece of barbecued chicken or seared steak is “1,000-fold lower than what animals are exposed to in lab studies,” says Cynthia Rider, Ph.D., an environmental toxicologist at theNational Institute of Environmental Health Sciences Divisionof the National Toxicology Program....

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleWhat Is It?NutritionHealth BenefitsPotential RisksRecipes In This ArticleView All View All In This Article What Is It? Nutrition Health Benefits Potential Risks Recipes Guacamole. You dip your tortilla chips in it, add it to your tacos and top your quesadillas with it. But is this crowd favorite actually good for you?In short, yes, guacamole is packed with a lot of beneficial nutrients. Read on for the health benefits, a few things to watch out for, and the best ways to eat it....

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleHow Did People Start to Believe Guinness Is Healthy?Is There Research to Back Up the Touted Health Benefits of Guinness?Is Guinness Really Lower in Calories Than the Average Beer? In This ArticleView All View All In This Article How Did People Start to Believe Guinness Is Healthy? Is There Research to Back Up the Touted Health Benefits of Guinness? Is Guinness Really Lower in Calories Than the Average Beer?...

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleTypes of HoneyTypes of SugarPricingProductionCaloric ContentGlycemic IndexHealth Benefits of HoneyHealth Benefits of SugarHealth Concerns of HoneyHealth Concerns of Sugar In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Types of Honey Types of Sugar Pricing Production Caloric Content Glycemic Index Health Benefits of Honey Health Benefits of Sugar Health Concerns of Honey Health Concerns of Sugar Honey and sugar both provide sweetness, whether for cookies or cakes or a simple cup of tea....

Hummus is everywhere. While it’s been around for a long time, this chickpea and tahini dip has really started to take off recently. If you’ve looked at the refrigerated section of your grocery store lately, some have entire displays of the many brands and versions of hummus. There’s plain hummus, flavored hummus, avocado hummus, black bean hummus and even—yep—dessert hummus. Sure, it seems good-for-you, but what’s really in the spread, and is hummus healthy?...