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Food for thought: How your mindset can make healthy food more alluring on social media

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In today’s world, our diets are often packed with fats and sugars. Our ancient instinct to crave calorie-rich foods, which once helped us survive, now leads to harmful health side-effects.

To counteract this, food content creators on social media have been trying to encourage healthy eating and healthy eating content.

But here’s the kicker — this content doesn’t get much engagement. Instead, posts that show unhealthy, high-calorie foods get more likes, shares and comments. This popularity of junk food online may tempt content creators and algorithms to show more of the same, tilting our view of “normal” eating habits towards

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Eating fruits, vegetables, legumes can help improve sleep quality

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One-third of US adults say they don’t get enough sleep on a regular basis, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Many are desperate to try anything — prescription sleeping pills, over-the-counter sleep aids, herbal supplements, teas, tonics and meditation apps — in their quest for better rest.

But there’s a solution that’s often overlooked, and it may be sitting right there in your kitchen: the right foods.

Just as diet can have an effect on the systems in the brain

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3 Foods For Heart Health Nutritionists Say Women Over 40 Should Prioritize

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While there are several factors that play into your heart health (including your activity level, sleep habits, and more), your diet is one of the most important components to consider. Maintaining a heart-healthy diet should especially become a priority as you age and your risk of issues like heart disease increases. In addition to cutting out high-sugar, high-sodium and processed foods (like these), it’s also helpful to add nutrient-rich foods to your plate every day. Luckily, there are plenty of options out there.

To discover some of the best foods you can eat regularly to help your heart thrive over

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8 Best High Protein Cereals, According to Nutritionists

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According to nutrition experts, here’s what you should keep in mind when choosing the right high protein cereal for you:

Pay attention to the source of protein. Just because a label says “high protein” doesn’t mean it’s a good-for-you choice, says Levinson. “Be sure to read the ingredients list to see where the protein is coming from and what other ingredients are in the product.”

Think protein with benefits. Ideally, look for a whole food protein, like nuts, seeds, and whole grains, rather than a highly processed protein, like soy protein isolate, as the primary source of protein for an

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Virginia Sole-Smith on Kids, Weight, and Healthy Eating

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In an early episode of her podcast, Burnt Toast, Virginia Sole-Smith joked about starting a regular segment called “Can my kid eat that?” where the answer would always be “Yes!” A self-described anti-diet journalist, she wasn’t really joking: “I get a version of this question every single week, so I’m going to keep answering it.” How many days per week can a 2-year-old eat ice cream? “There are seven days in a week. Your child can have ice cream seven days a week. There is no law against this.” What about a 13-year-old who, left to their own

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What Is Intuitive Eating? 10 Core Principles & Benefits

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If you’re feeling like diet culture has done you wrong, you’re not alone — the constant cycle of weight-loss trends in the media can be overwhelming. In fact, approximately 8 million people in the US struggle with disordered eating.

Enter intuitive eating, a non-dietary approach to health and wellness that is designed to help you break the cycle of chronic dieting and cultivate a positive relationship between food, your body and your mind.

What is intuitive eating?

Founded by registered dietitians Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch, intuitive eating is a flexible approach to food that emphasizes trusting your

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What is the healthiest fast food? This is the kind of menu you should be on the lookout for.

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The definition of “fast food” has blurred over the years. What used to mean burgers and fries at a minimal cost has morphed as chains move into the “fast casual” space or beef up their menus with healthier options. Plant-based options are increasing, and it’s becoming easier to order a salad or wrap in just a few minutes.

But sometimes you’re just craving that burger and fries. If you’re looking to eat fast food in more healthy moderation, here are some expert tips and swaps to make.

What is the healthiest fast food?

The healthiest fast food isn’t a place,

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Easy ways to shop for healthy, cost-conscious foods

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Hitting start (or reset) on eating healthy.

A dark background with brightly colored foods, such as tomato, orange, mushroom, cheese, eggs, celery, watermelon, salmon

Three months into the year is a good time to recalculate if you’ve been slacking on your resolution to eat healthy. And if you’ll be leaving home base or school soon and foraging for yourself (plus or minus roommates), it’s a great time to learn about healthy, low-cost choices for your grocery list.

The basics: A weekly shop

A healthy diet is rich in vegetables, fruits, legumes (beans or lentils), whole grains, nuts, seeds, lean protein, and low-fat dairy products. Trying to fill your cart with all of those goodies can feel overwhelming.

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