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Save money and calories by packing a lunch you’ll love. Beloved by meal preppers, busy parents, dietitians, and chefs alike, these mason jar salad recipes can add more color, flavor, and nutrition to your mid-day menu. Get our favorite salad in a jar recipes below, including greek salad, pasta salad, and more. When was the […]

Wondering what ingredients to avoid in supplements? We made it easy for you by developing our Tricky 12 list of ingredients we always formulate our supplements without. Read on to learn why these ingredients could pose health risks and should be avoided. You probably give a lot of thought to what’s in your supplements—vitamin D […]

If you’ve noticed that you have cravings before your period (think: sugar, carbs, or salt), it’s not just you. Research shows that period cravings are legit. We spoke to experts about what to know about these cravings—and how to curb them. Along with cramps and mood swings, food cravings are one of the main symptoms […]

Searching for the best detox foods? Chelsey Amer, RDN, CDN, explains what “detox” really means—and shares her favorite ingredients and the best foods for a cleanse. Here’s the truth: Most traditional detox or “cleanse” diets usually backfire. The majority—whether a strict eating plan or pre-packaged meals—drastically cut calories and nutrients, resulting in an under-nourished body, […]

Chelsey Amer, MS, RDN, CDN, shares low FODMAP breakfast recipes that will help keep digestive issues at bay and leave you feeling energized. If you’ve ever tried to follow a low FODMAP diet, you know how intense it can get. Not only are you dealing with uncomfortable digestive symptoms that led you to the diet […]

Is your tap water safe to drink? Should you be using a tap water filter? Gaby Vaca-Flores, RDN, CLE, investigates. Access to clean drinking water is a must for good health. Many people rely on tap water to meet their hydration needs—and for environmental reasons, this is a preferable way to go versus single-use plastic bottles. […]

Shavonne Morrison, MS, RD, LD, breaks down the benefits of eating fish in your weekly diet. Plus: her picks for the six healthiest types of fish that deserve a spot on your plate. Fish is one of the healthiest proteins you can include in your diet. It’s low in saturated fat, contains heart-healthy omega-3 fatty […]

Are hard seltzers bad for you or are they actually somewhat healthy? We asked two registered dietitians for their expert takes. Move over, wine, beer, and spirits: Consumers are continually unwinding with a newer, fresher form of alcohol that has great PR to boot. According to an industry report by Grand View Research, the hard […]

When it comes to juicing vs. smoothies, which one is healthier for you? Shavonne Morrison, MS, RD, LD, details the benefits and drawbacks to each before sharing her final verdict. One of the most convenient ways to incorporate the benefits of fruits and vegetables into your diet is to put them in the form of […]

Chelsey Amer, MS, RDN, CDN, whips up a perfectly refreshing summer quinoa salad recipe featuring in-season fruits and veggies. Don’t let pasta salad and potato salad have all the fun this summer! Make your life easy (and delicious) with this summer quinoa salad you can prep once and eat all week! About This Summer Quinoa […]

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 […]

Shavonne Morrison, MS, RD, LD, dives into why energy drinks are bad for you, detailing their potential side effects. Make your way down any drink aisle at the grocery or convenience store and you’ll spot them: brightly colored, practically luminescent bottles and cans of energy drinks. Plus, new brands claiming to be “cleaner” and “healthier” […]