You may have seen a concerning headline recently about dietary supplements. Research presented at the American Association for Cancer Research Annual Meeting suggested that taking supplements doesn’t curb cancer, and taking more than needed may really…
Know before you sip. Busy Philipps is all of us when it comes to self-improvement. She talks to her pals, finds out what works for them, and tries it for herself. In her latest attempt…
“Many clients tell me they are surprised by how simple it was to lose weight once they transitioned to a fully plant-based diet,” says Jennifer Mimkha, MPH, RD. That may be at least partially because…
We’ve all been schooled about the unhealthy things we should limit, like sugar and sodium. But there are also some healthy things that, in excess, can do more harm than excellent. In other words, even…
If there’s a discussion that we have often at Cooking Light, it’s about whether breakfast is really so vital. Readers constantly question: Will skipping breakfast cause me to gain weight? How exactly does breakfast help…
Certain nutrients are critical for healthy brain development. So much is going on in the first few months of a baby’s life, it’s no surprise that what a baby eats can have an effect on…
These healthy eating tips from a nutritionist are crazy simple to follow. For some people, buzzy meal plans like Whole30 and the ketogenic diet are the only things that motivate them to overhaul their eating…
Many of us take the bait at the word “antioxidant,” buying health and beauty products without knowing exactly how these mysterious compounds really benefit us. Let’s clear that up: “Antioxidants act like small bodyguards to protect our…
Wake up to this not-so-sweet truth: Your morning meal may contain a day’s worth of added sugar. There’s no shortage of trendy, healthy breakfast options online. We’re talking smoothie bowls, overnight oats, yogurt parfaits, and even…
If you’re trying to clean up your diet, preparing your own meals is key. But when you come home exhausted after a long day at work, the last thing you want to do is dice onions or wait…
