Melatonin can be a great solution for many individuals who have difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep. But did you know that takingmelatonincan have a negative impact on your Z’s? We spoke to the experts and found that taking melatonin can give you crazy dreams and more. Shutterstock What exactly is melatonin? Rebecca Robbins, Ph.D., sleep expert toOura, melatonin is a natural hormone you have in your body. As you grow older, the production of melatonin in your body is reduced....

FromThe Last of UstoSaturday Night Live, Pedro Pascal seems to be showing up just about everywhere these days. Pascal appeared to have left the drink completely black. “IS HE OKAY???” Shutterstock one user commented on the video from @alexafromspace. However, she also notes that it is unclear if Pascal truly consumed the entire drink in one sitting. “This drink is equivalent to drinking about four Red Bulls in one sitting,” says Manaker....

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. Nothing tastes better than a sweet treat that satisfies thesugar cravingsyou’ve been having all day. Shutterstock Thankfully, this doesn’t mean you have to avoid all of your favorite sweets. Aspartame and acesulfame-K were specifically linked to a higher risk. Courtesy of In The Raw...

Everyfast foodrestaurant has their own qualities that they’re known for. And while all of these breakfast items are deliciously satisfying, some are healthier than others. Let’s face it, it’s hard to findfast foodthat is actually healthy. Shutterstock 12 Worst Fast-Food Burgers of All Time, Say Dietitians The Breakfast Baconator Coming in at No. 12, this sandwich may kindly your tastebuds, but it packs a punch of negative qualities. She also suggests omitting the sausage if you want to make this one a bit of a healthier choice....

Imagine your core as a tree trunk. Your lower body is the roots and your upper body is the branches. And life’s daily demands, activities, and stress are the hurricane winds pulverizing your metaphorical tree trunk. Shutterstock We’re guessing the former. That’s why we’re here to help you build a stronger core with an expert-approved workout. After all,strengthening your coreoffers several other health benefits beyondbuilding beach-worthy washboard abs. Shutterstock All you need is 10 minutes and a clean floor to plank on....

Eating right shouldn’t be hard or complicated. As a registered dietitian nutritionist, I’ve compiled some of the most impactful tips toeat healthyevery day. First off, don’t feel bad if you’re feeling confused about how to eat healthy. iStock Healthy eating requires attention, dedication, and motivation for a lifetime. To get started, here are 10 healthy eating tips that are all evidence-based. 9 High-Protein Snacks for Gut Health That Are Dietitian-Approved...

But, back in the early 1980s, the Willy Wonka Candy Company would have disagreed. One diverged box included orange and cherry, while the other contained strawberry and grape-flavored bits. Unfortunately, the toxic green substance began to seep into breakfast as well. Shutterstock And, your assumptions are correct. The novelty cereal would turn milk an unappetizing shade of green. Wackies Adding fresh banana slices to your morning cereal is fairly common and a delicious combo....

Here are seven reasons LongHorn Steakhouse manages to stay so affordable. But can you think of a recent LongHorn ad? And you don’t have to charge customers. Longhorn Steakhouse / Facebook That keeps the overall dining experience in budget range for many diners. It’s an economy-of-scale “long game” approach that keeps people coming back. LongHorn Steakhouse / Facebook Carson / Tripadvisor Longhorn Steakhouse / Facebook Longhorn Steakhouse / Facebook Longhorn Steakhouse / Facebook...

When it was first established back in 1982, there weren’t many places likeBuffalo Wild Wings. Here are10 secrets you never knew about Buffalo Wild Wings. Common complaints include slower service, higher prices, and inferior quality of the food itself. Shutterstock Well, boneless wings aren’t actually chicken wings. According toThe Counter, they are pieces of chicken breast meat cut into strips, coated, and deep-fried. (Though to be fair, Arby’s reputation has been improving....

Fair warning, though. Some of these steaks are so big that it’d be near impossible to put one away by yourself. 9 Steakhouse Menu Red Flags, According to Chefs Smith & Wollensky 44-oz. Mastro’s Restaurants / Facebook If you’re game to go big, order the44-ounce black-grade American Wagyu steak. This shareable steak is carved tableside and comes with deliciously crispy beef-fat potatoes. Ruth’s Chris Steak House 40-oz. Smith & Wollensky...

The past few years haven’t been particularly kind to bakery-cafe chain Corner Bakery. Unfortunately, the gradual decline resulted in Corner Bakery filing for bankruptcy last week. The chain’sstore countalso seems to have been on the decline. The Chapter 11 filing comes as an attempt to block creditors from seizing control of the company. Corner Bakery is not the only bakery-cafe chain that has struggled since the start of the pandemic....

Giving up the guilty pleasures you love most is one of the most challenging aspects of dieting. (We’re looking at you, French fries and chocolate chip cookies!) According toMD Anderson Cancer Center, these types of meats are preserved by salting, smoking, or curing. Shutterstock They may also contain chemical preservatives. Along withcontributing to belly fatgain, consuming processed meats also heightens your risk of developing cancer. Put down the cookie dough ice cream, because it isn’t helping you lose visceral fat....

When it comes tosalt, it mayseemsafe to assume that any brand would do. But professional chefs and even some home cooksattestthat not all salt is created equal. In fact, there is one brand that some say tops them all: Diamond Crystal Salt Co. Diamond Crystal already offers several salt varieties for cooking, including sea salt and plain table salt. Courtesy of Diamond Crystal Salt Co. But the brand’s classic kosher salt is the one that has achieved the most fanfare and prestige....