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Carrie Gabriel, MS, RDN, outlines the best healthy foods for energy, equally divided amongst proteins, carbs, and fats. If we’re talking energy boosters, sure, a good night’s sleep plays an important role. But more often, the type and quantity of the food we eat significantly impact our energy levels. What foods give you energy? It […]

Miriam Jacobson, MS, RD, CNS teaches us how to soak beans, grains, and seeds for both digestive and nutritional benefits. Want to add more plant-based sources of protein, complex carbs, and fiber to your diet—but hope to avoid bloating and gas? Your best bet is to soak them first. Here’s why soaking beans and other […]

Gaby Vaca-Flores, RDN, details the seven best foods on the list of healthy breakfast for weight loss. Eating a well-balanced breakfast is one of the best ways to enforce a healthy weight loss routine. Yet according to the NDP Group, 31 million Americans skip breakfast every day. Mornings can get busy, and for those looking […]

Get a taste of the Middle East with this traditional shakshuka recipe inspired by Israeli market fare and Yemenite flavor. After college, I set off for a 10-day trip to Israel that turned into a six-year stint of living in Kerem HaTeimanim (the Yeminite Quarter) of Tel Aviv. I’m not sure what was better: living […]

Chelsey Amer, MS, RDN, CDN, teaches us everything to know about constipation, including its causes. Plus: how to relieve constipation with dietary changes and home remedies. If you’ve ever struggled with bowel irregularity, you know that constipation is no walk in the park. As a dietitian, I frequently talk about bowel habits with clients. These […]

Having trouble grocery shopping as of late? Grabbing simple pantry staples like grains and canned goods has become a little less, well, simple. But there’s no need to fret. We have a delicious congee recipe for you to whip up with grocery items and fresh produce you may already have. Congee is a nourishing solution […]

Jessica Bippen, MS, RD, whips up a delectable avocado chocolate mousse recipe. It’s perfect for any occasion, from impressing your S/O for a romantic night in to satisfying a weekday craving. Ever have those days when you just need chocolate? Us too! For example, if it’s that time of the month, a romantic date night, […]

Can snacking be part of a healthy diet? Thankfully, yes. It is possible to lose weight and not give up snacks. Eating a snack helps curb hunger so that you won’t inhale your next meal. Keep in mind, however, that snacking all day can result in overeating if you’re not paying attention. Looking for healthy […]

Fad diets come and go—and most often, it’s for the best. (We’re looking at you, Master Cleanse!) But thankfully, there’s been a recent influx of popular diets that focus on nutrition—rather than restriction—for weight loss. One of the newest on the scene is the satiating diet. Stave off hanger while still eating some of my […]

This Trader Joe’s meal plan from Carrie Gabriel, MS, RDN, is one you’ll want to print for your fridge. When it comes to eating healthy foods, the optimal choice is to buy groceries and cook for yourself. If you find that to be challenging, I’m here to help! Here’s my shopping list for a budget-friendly […]

Is oat milk healthy? This all-the-rage plant-based milk is a go-to for the non-dairy set, but just because it’s vegan doesn’t mean it’s healthy. Plus: a homemade oat milk recipe from Registered Dietitian Jess Bippen, MS, RD. It’s no longer a “special request” for your neighborhood barista to fulfill. Oat milk is in increasingly high […]

A HUM RD takes her place as the Elle Woods of gut health.