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Nutrition

How to Use Lentils to Add Fiber and Protein to Your Favorite Meals and Snacks

These little legumes are cheap, shelf-stable, delicious, and absolutely packed with nutrients.
Rise and dine

Is It Okay to Skip Breakfast If You’re Really Not Hungry in the Morning?

Sometimes you’re just not in the mood for an early meal.

5 Foods You Should Really Avoid Before Working Out

Unless you’re into nausea, heartburn, and sudden poops.

The 12 Best Protein Powders in 2024, According to Experts

Dietitian-approved options that’ll give your smoothies, shakes, and baked goods a boost.

The Best Magnesium-Rich Foods to Improve Sleep and Boost Your Muscles

Dark leafy greens aren’t your only option.

WTF Is a ‘Ghost Poop’ and Why Is It Such a Strong Indicator of Your Gut Health?

It’s not as scary as it sounds. In fact, quite the opposite!

5 Little Things GI Docs Do Each Day for Better Gut Health

If you want to feel more energized, poop better, and ward off long-term problems, take their advice.

How to Actually Nourish Yourself If Your Medication Is Killing Your Appetite

This common side effect is more than just a bummer—it can be really bad for your health.
The reel deal

What Cooking With an ‘Iron Fish’ Can and Can’t Do for Your Health

This TikTok trend is actually legit—just keep a few things in mind before you try it.

7 Ways to Actually Improve Your Gut Health

No gimmicks, supplements, or special diets necessary.
Under the microscope

‘Gut-Healing’ Probiotic Supplements Are Everywhere Right Now. Here’s What the Science Says

Researchers are excited about these beneficial bugs—but there are a ton of unknowns once you stuff them into a pill.

All the Ways Eating Beets Can Support Your Muscles, Gut, and Heart Health

Who ever thought you could supercharge your workout with a bowl of borscht?

23 Prebiotic-Rich Foods to Eat for a Happier, Healthier Gut

These nutrients are key to balancing your microbiome.

Can What You Eat Really Reduce Your Dementia Risk?

Here’s what food can and can’t do for your most important organ.

Starbucks Now Has Its Own Fruity Energy Drink—And It Contains Half Your RDA of Caffeine

I bravely tried one (for science!)—and asked an expert if consuming these regularly is a good idea.
Food

How to Stop Automatically Counting Calories Every Time You Eat

It won’t happen overnight, but breaking a longtime dieting habit is possible.

What Is Coconut Kefir, and Can It Really Do Anything for Your Gut Health?

We asked experts if TikTok’s newest probiotic darling actually lives up to the hype.
Herd mentality

Add ‘Bovine Colostrum’ to the Long List of Trendy Supplements You Don’t Need

Influencers swear by it—but the science behind the health claims is seriously lacking.
Get ripped

How to Stop Rancid ‘Protein Farts’ From Ruining Your Workout (and Your Life)

Building muscle doesn’t have to be so stinky.

Panera’s Charged Lemonade Is Packed With Caffeine—Here’s What a Dietitian Thinks of It

A 20-ounce serving has 260 milligrams of caffeine and 82 grams of sugar.
Food

The FDA’s New Plan to Label Some Foods as ‘Healthy’ Is a Bad Idea

It probably won’t improve public health—and it may do the opposite.
Food

‘Diet Culture’ Isn’t Just About Smoothies and Food-Tracking Apps

And it doesn’t only harm people who diet.

Do You Really Need to Care About Your Daily Sugar Intake?

Remember: Sugar is just one part of your diet.