No one likes to be under the weather dealing with a cold. Between nasal congestion, runny nose, sore throat, fatigue, sneezing, and coughing, the last thing you often feel like doing when you have a cold is to eat. However, it’s important to make sure that you are still trying to fuel your body with … Read more

The universal diet advice often seems to be “eat more protein,” and protein seems to be the most revered macronutrient.  Although each of the three major macronutrients is important for your health and has a place in a well-balanced, healthy diet, there are unique physiological functions and benefits of protein that certainly make it important … Read more

Most people inherently know that alcohol is not considered nutritious by any standard, and drinking too much alcohol can lead to weight gain, among other adverse health effects.  However, alcoholic beverages are not only a common way to celebrate or interact in social situations, but drinking alcohol in moderation can also decrease stress and anxiety … Read more

One of the most common weight loss tips we hear is to eat more fruits and vegetables. Fruits and vegetables are typically relatively low in calories but are packed with vitamins and fiber. The high water content can make them more filling, helping you feel fuller on fewer calories. This, in turn, may help promote … Read more

With the sheer number and scope of popular weight loss diets these days, it can feel like you almost need a specialized degree or full-semester college course to choose the best weight loss diet for you. To name just a few, there is the very low-carbohydrate ketogenic diet, macronutrient ratio diets like the Zone diet … Read more

Salt can be a fairly polarizing ingredient. We often hear about the health risks associated with high-sodium diets, namely the increased risk of hypertension. But, are there healthy salts? It seems like there are certain types of salt that are touted among the nutrition and health industry to be not just not unhealthy but actually … Read more

We all know that it’s important to drink water, but plain water can sometimes be unappealing, especially if you are accustomed to sweetened fruit juices, sodas, and sports drinks. Fruit-infused water is a way to make water more palate pleasing and appealing. For example, many people enjoy drinking lemon water, which is made by adding … Read more

Among the nearly endless compendium of weight loss diets and approaches to losing weight, nearly all weight loss plans have one thing in common: drink more water. Not only is the body composed of nearly 70% water, and virtually every cell of the body needs plenty of water to function, but water also helps increase … Read more

The benefits of drinking water and staying well hydrated are numerous, ranging from everything from improving the health and appearance of skin to boosting metabolism to even increasing energy. Most people turn to ice water, or at least room temperature water, but some people believe there are specific benefits of drinking hot water. In fact, … Read more