Eat This, Not That! for Greek Foods

“Do you want to get Greek tonight?” my fiance asked me as he opened the refrigerator. “There’s nothing in here.” Shutterstock “Sure,” I replied. “Get me my usual, c’mon!” It was more of a formality that he asked me if I wanted to get Greek than anything else. Shutterstock To meand many other health-centric takeout devoteesGreek cuisine is the obvious preferred choice. But follow my lead and tread carefully in Takeout Land, friends....

November 7, 2016 · 3 min · 556 words · Julie Mcgrath

Best-Ever Shrimp Roll for Summer

Lobster rolls are one of America’s greatest food inventions. They’re also one of Americans' favorite indulgences during the Summer. (In fact, find out which state it ranks for inThe Best Summer Food in Every State.) Eat This, Not That! The main problem that comes with eating Maine lobster? One serving contains 40 percent of your daily value for omega-3 ALA. Not familiar with Hellmann’s? You may know it as Best Foods....

November 2, 2016 · 1 min · 102 words · William Smith

Eat This, Not That! at Indian Restaurants

Here’s how to order healthy Indian food the next time you eat out. Eat This: Tandoori Tandoori typically comes as a chicken-, fish- or vegetable-based dish. Bonus: They help fight off colds, like these20 Food Combos That Prevent Common Colds! Shutterstock Not That! : Chicken Tikka Masala Chicken with tomato sauce may sound healthy, but this dish is anything but. Usually, you’ll also find onions, ginger, garlic, and tomatoes in this dish....

November 1, 2016 · 2 min · 223 words · Robert Simmons

17 Weight Loss Tips Based on Your Body Type

Are You An Apple Body? If you’re tummy heavy, however, don’t despair! Kick things off and find outhow to lose belly fatin just a couple weeks. Shutterstock What Is A Pear-Shaped Body? This is also known as fat that can be pinched. You’ll want to also familiarize yourself with thesebest calcium-rich foods that aren’t dairy. Shutterstock What Is An Inverted Triangle Shaped Body? Translation: trade your white rice and potatoes for quinoa and oats....

October 26, 2016 · 1 min · 197 words · Christine Jones

10 Things You Don't Know About Kashi

100+ healthy breakfast ideasthat help you lose weight and stay slim. They later learned that “Kashi” has meanings in other languages, too. (In fact, we’ve yet to see them on supermarket shelves!) Creativity named flavors like Sun-Up Coconut, Vanilla Vinyasa, and Matcha Tea Mantra. Use them to make smoothies, protein-filled oats, andhomemade energy bites. Certified transitional was our answer. Well, it’s not your imagination. In fact, the majority of their varieties carry nine grams of sugar or fewer....

October 25, 2016 · 1 min · 99 words · Joseph Wong

18 Foods Making Your Heartburn Worse

To fight back, most of us simply pop an antacid and go on with our day. And then the meds work just fine at other times? To help you out, we’ve identified some of the top offenders below. Shutterstock The reason: beef tends to be high in saturated fat, which tends to linger in the stomach. Citrus Fruits & Juices Typically wash down your antacid with a glass of OJ or grapefruit juice?...

October 21, 2016 · 2 min · 343 words · Gregory Marsh

20 Awesome Salads That Don't Use Leafy Greens

But this dish does more than transform a typically calorie-laden bowl. Get the recipe fromWhole and Heavenly Oven. Get the recipe fromEmily Bites. And just in time for apple season! So, grab your baskets and get picking. Get the recipe fromCrazy For Crust. Still afraid of complex carbs like white beans? Get the recipe fromAn Edible Mosaic. Dill is an antibacterial, free-radical and carcinogen-fighting herb. Not to mention it can prevent bone loss, a chronic issue for women....

October 17, 2016 · 2 min · 319 words · Walter Sparks

13 Foods to Eat When You're Sick

It’s only a matter of time. So, consider the foods below your go-tos when you’re feeling under the weather. The yellow fruit also has a lot going for it when it comes to fighting off illnesses. Shutterstock The main reason: They’re high in magnesium, an electrolyte that helps fight pain. The mineral has been studied for its ability to fight headaches, including notoriously hard-to-treat migraine headaches. Eat This! Shutterstock But not all types of rice are created equal....

October 12, 2016 · 2 min · 243 words · Todd Johnson

20 Healthy Chinese Food Recipes

Chinese food is also often packed with hidden calories and sketchy ingredients. Seriously, have you seen theseChinese restaurant entrees they won’t eat in China?! But before you mourn the loss of egg rolls and Lo Mein, scroll below. As a disclaimer, all of the nutritional profiles here were calculated using low sodium soy sauce. From General Tso to egg foo young, you’re welcome! One look at the nutritional profile in this baked version and we were smitten....

October 11, 2016 · 2 min · 400 words · Angela Wilson

15 Rules from Tracy Anderson for Fast Weight Loss

That means Tracy Anderson’s diet tips must be effective, right? One of the reasons people flock to her is because she’s actually super relatable. At the same time, however, she recognizes that newbies need to ease into their new fitness routine. Shutterstock “Start with a couple of days a week. “I don’t like processed foods. “Chicken is the only meat I eatorganic chicken. Shutterstock But that doesn’t mean she doesn’t indulge from time to time....

October 7, 2016 · 3 min · 438 words · Ryan George

16 Best Foods To Increase Sperm Count And Health

This content references scientific studies and academic research, and is fact-checked to ensure accuracy. Our teamof licensed nutritionists and dietitians strives to be objective, unbiased, and honest. so you can make babies, you’ll need the healthy sperm required to start the process. Shutterstock How do you do that? Eat more foods that increase sperm count as well as foods that enhance sperm quality. Thankfully, these nutrients are super common and found in a variety of foods....

October 4, 2016 · 2 min · 421 words · Teresa Rivera

19 Boss Beet Recipes

And that’s only the highlight reel. Thankfully there are tons of tasty ways to beet recipe boredom (HA! Get it?!) and do just that. Bonus: All of themyes, even the dessertsareweight loss-friendly so you might dig inguilt free! Get the recipe fromHappy Healthy Mama. And from a nutritional standpoint, we can’t complain. Not to mention its fiber and protein-to-sugar ratio, which make it a natural fat-scorching appetite suppressant. Pairing it with beets only makes it all the more powerful!...

October 3, 2016 · 3 min · 578 words · Tracy Turner

17 Foods that Cause Bad Dreams

You haven’t actually lost all your teeth and showed up to work in your underwear. It was just a bad dream. Yes, there’s a chance that scary nightmare was brought on by your late nightBen and Jerry’sindulgence. Shutterstock Scholars have written about the correlation between diets and bad dreams, well, basically forever. before bed were more likely to report unsavory dreams. Sounds like a great reason to ditch the caloric late night pizza if you ask us....

September 28, 2016 · 2 min · 292 words · Haley Bryant