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Chelsey Amer, MS, RDN, CDN, shares the nutritional and health benefits of watermelon—some of which may surprise you. The sun is blazing, you’re at the beach, the park, or the barbecue, and there’s only one snack that can accompany you. It’s peak watermelon season, and there is no better treat than ice cold watermelon dripping […]

Brooklyn-based chef Isak Buan shares his top five grilling tips and tricks for beginners. Each year, when summer is upon us, our creative juices get flowing. We fantasize about all the delicious char-grilled meals we’ll enjoy in the early evening sun at breezy barbecues, refreshment in hand. Just fire up the grill, throw on some […]

Is carbonated water good or bad for you? Jessica Nelson, RDN, CPT, investigates. Carbonated water—and seltzer in particular—is exploding in popularity. In fact, this market is one of the fastest growing non-alcoholic beverage categories today. In 2018, $22.1 billion in sparkling water/seltzers were sold. Annually since then, this figure has only increased. By the end […]

Always looking for the best and brightest businesses, events, and wellness leaders in HUM’s hometown of Los Angeles, we couldn’t help but notice Prosperity Market. Conceived in summer 2020, Prosperity Market runs the gamut from supporting Black farmers and food producers to furthering food accessibility and providing nutrition education to local underserved communities. To learn […]

Always on the lookout for clean eating tips, we asked four nutritionists how they take their coffee. Here’s a look at their orders, timing, caffeine capacities, and hacks for brewing coffee for wellness. For some people, coffee is the sweet nectar of the gods. For others, it can lead to acid reflux and digestive distress. […]

Chelsey Amer, MS, RDN, CDN, pens a sustainable seafood guide that looks after your own health, as well as that of our oceans and marine wildlife at large. There are no two ways about it: Fish is one of the most nutrient-dense protein sources available. While fish and shellfish pack a protein punch, many varieties […]

Wondering what natural wine is? Carrie Gabriel, MS, RDN, takes a look at this niche alcohol trend. If you’re even the slightest bit of a vino drinker, you’ve probably heard of natural wine. However, you may be thinking: Wait, isn’t all wine natural? Contrary to what you may believe, not all wine consists purely of […]

Jessica Nelson, RDN, CPT, shares how to eat more sustainably with seven simple tips. When we talk about eating sustainably, it’s important to first understand what certain terms in this space mean. From there, we’ll delve into the importance of eating sustainably and how to do so. What is food sustainability? Food sustainability entails applying […]

Chelsey Amer, MS, RDN, CDN, answers a common question amongst java lovers: Does coffee cause bloating? If you’re like me, you wake up, saunter into the kitchen and get your coffee started ASAP. Whether it’s brewed coffee, a single-serve cup, cold brew, French press, or any of the other countless ways to get your caffeine […]

Learn what groundbreaking boxer Amaiya Zafar eats on a typical day to fuel her workouts and keep her wellness game in *fighting* shape. Amaiya Zafar made headlines at the age of 16 when she began fighting for the right to box competitively while wearing a hijab. After a two-year struggle, she was successful: In 2019, […]

Shavonne Morrison, MS, RD, LD, breaks down the different types of leafy greens and their health benefits. Plus: creative ways to add more dark leafy greens to your diet. I’m sure you’ve heard that it’s important to eat your greens—but what exactly are the benefits? In this post, we’ll take a look at these delicious […]

Gaby Vaca-Flores, RD, CLE, explains why we need protein and how it’s so important for overall health. Plus: How much protein do you need daily? Everyone needs protein in their diets, primarily because it’s an essential nutrient. This means that the body relies on a regular supply of it from dietary sources to meet its […]