Diet and Nutrition
Coconut Oil

Coconut Oil: Is It Really Heart-Healthy or Just Hype?

Coconut oil has been a hot topic in many beauty and health discussions. While coconut oil is versatile in a number of beauty applications, do the same benefits extend to your heart health?
Vegan Athlete Diet

Strong. Fit. Plant-Fueled: The Vegan Athlete Diet Made Simple

Vegan athletes at all levels are achieving their health and performance goals with plant-based diets. By embracing nutrient-packed, sustainable foods, they’re challenging traditional ideas about sports nutrition and athletic success.
Nourishing Cancer Diet

Eat to Heal: Nourishing Nutrition During Cancer Treatment

During cancer treatment, your body faces a lot of physical stress, making proper nutrition essential. A well-balanced cancer diet focuses on preventing malnutrition, supporting your immune function and promoting well-being throughout the treatment process.
Kids Healthy Snacks

Good to Go: 15 Portable and Healthy Snacks for Kids (and Adults!)

With so much of life taking place on the go, parents need to be prepared with healthy snacks for kids, so growing bodies have the fuel they need to succeed.
Ultra Processed Foods

The Hidden Dangers of Processed Foods

Ultra-processed foods seem to be everywhere. They line the shelves of grocery stores and are the fabric of fast-food chains. However convenient ultra-processed foods are, any doctor or dietician will tell you they are detrimental to your health.
Couple looking at computer in the kitchen

Which Diet Plan Is Right for You? Here’s How to Narrow Your Options

A healthy diet plan can help you lose weight, manage a chronic condition and improve your overall well-being. However, understanding what constitutes a “healthy diet” isn’t always easy. Fad diets promise quick results, as long as you’re willing to make significant sacrifices and often spend a lot of money, and the lost weight usually returns plus some. Here are three diets that are consistently supported by research, easy to follow and can be enjoyed on any budget.
Family gathered at holiday dinner

How to Avoid Holiday Overeating This Year

If you’re worried that visions of sugarplums and gravy boats will derail your healthy diet this holiday season, your best bet is to plan ahead. Here are some strategies to get started.
Teenager drinking an energy drink

Just the Facts: Is Caffeine Bad for Kids?

Caffeine gives adults a nice boost of energy to kickstart the day or help them through an evening of work. But what about when kids drink the stimulant? What kinds of effects does caffeine have on kids? Learn about how caffeine affects our bodies and whether caffeinated products can harm children.
Biker eating a banana

Nutrition for Athletes: Fueling Your Performance

Proper nutrition is key to athletic success, giving athletes the fuel they need to perform at their best. By eating a balanced diet, athletes can boost their energy, help muscles recover, and lower their risk of injury.
How Portion Control and Mindful Eating Can Benefit Your Health

How Portion Control and Mindful Eating Can Benefit Your Health

Do you have goals to lose weight or eat healthier? Working on portion control can be a great place to start.

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