Does Protein Make You Gain Weight?

Protein powders have a terrible reputation. Well, not necessarily bad, but the public's image of protein supplements is indeed distorted, to say the least. It's often thought that protein powders are full of additives, are bad for health, and might even cause weight gain. Are these urban myths true?

There is a lot to unpack here. First of all, what is protein?

What Is The Planetary Diet? How Shifting Eating Habits Can Better Your Body and The Earth

What if one of the best ways to feel healthy and confident in our bodies is to shift eating habits in a way that betters the world around us?

In 2019, a global group of experts formed the EAT-Lancet Commission and released the planetary health diet as a science-based, accessible solution to the growing...

What Is a Tabata Workout? And Should You Be Doing Them?

You’ve probably heard about Tabata training. But what is a Tabata workout, exactly — is it the same as HIIT, or high intensity interval training? And should these super high-intensity drills be part of your workout?

Interval training — alternating periods of higher and lower intensity during...

5 Easy Hacks to Make Healthy Eating More Affordable

Eating healthy doesn't have to be expensive, despite the price tags you may have seen on the products of some major health-forward brands. The truth is, organic foods often come at a premium in comparison to conventional ones for a number of reasons.

For one, the organic food supply is limited compared to its demand...

Here’s What Happens to Your Energy Levels When You Cut Out Alcohol

If you've ever tried to power through the workday with a hangover, you've experienced first-hand how alcohol can impact your energy. (Unless you're the rare breed that wakes up bright-eyed and bushy-tailed after a boozy night out; you, friend, are a unicorn)...

How to Soothe a Bad Sunburn Instantly

Applying sunscreen before you go outside is the best way to prevent a nasty sunburn. But mistakes happen: Falling asleep beachside—or even just missing a spot with your SPF—can increase your risk of sunburn, and potentially leave your skin fried.

That's uncomfortable and it's bad for you in the long term...

Let's Drop The Dieting Resolutions This Year ⁠— Our Kids Are Listening

The data is heavy, and the headlines are unrelenting: During the pandemic, 51% of American parents reported undesired weight gain, obesity spiked among kids ages 5 to 11, and hospitalizations for eating disorders among adolescents increased significantly.

I didn't connect my active, kale-loving family of five to these statistics until I noticed a note in my medical record. Under patient examination...

6 Common Fitness Myths, Debunked by Pros

Whether it's on TikTok, Instagram, or YouTube, there's so much fitness advice out there that it can be hard to know what's helpful and what's nonsense. Luis Cervantes, certified personal trainer and co-founder of Fuego Fitness in Los Angeles, likens some of these fitness hacks to get-rich-quick schemes. "I understand we want to get results now, and we want to get...

Counting Calories to Lose Weight: Does It Work?

Calories have long been thought of as one of best ways to keep track of your food intake and maintain or lose weight. But some nutritionists say that common belief isn’t necessarily true.

Licensed dietitian and nutritionist Keri Glassman said that, in general, people should avoid counting calories because it encourages...

Little Life Changes That Can Help Your Heart Health

When you think of heart health, many people immediately think about lowering their intake of red meat and fried foods, which is a good start. But there are a bunch of other things you can do that will also improve your heart health and help keep you around a little while longer. Harvard Medical School recommends being mindful of your ABCDES...