Nutrition

Nutrition
How to Turn a Can of Tuna Into a High-Protein Meal
Six sandwich alternatives that prove canned tuna can be more versatile than you thought.

Nutrition
These High-Protein Pumpkin Pancakes Are the Perfect Fall Breakfast
Seasonally appropriate and nutritionally solid? We’re sold.

Nutrition
Is Skipping Breakfast Bad for You? Here's What Experts Say
Sometimes you’re just not in the mood for an early meal.

Nutrition
4 Signs You’re Eating Too Much Protein, According to GI Docs
Despite the constant high-protein hype, you probably need way less of this macro than you think.

Nutrition
9 Foods You Might Think Are High in Protein but Actually Aren’t
Consider them helpful sidekicks to reach your daily goal.
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Nutrition
How We Lost the Plot on Protein
It’s become a dietary touchstone of America. But experts warn it shouldn’t be.
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Nutrition
Is the ‘Picklewich’ Actually Healthier Than a Sandwich?
I tried the viral Jimmy John’s swap—and asked an RD for her thoughts.


Nutrition
What Nutrition Experts Think About the Viral ‘Love Is Blind’ Chicken Smoothie
There’s no reason for anyone to have chicken this way.

Nutrition
This Food Beats Protein Shakes for Building Muscle, New Research Says
Well, this is unexpected.

Nutrition
There’s Probably Lead in Your Protein Powder. How Worried Should You Be?
A new Consumer Reports study is raising plenty of questions.
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Constipation
The Surprising Foods—and One Drink—That Could Help You Poop
Reach for these when you’re backed up.


Nutrition
Here’s Exactly How Much Protein to Eat If You’re on a GLP-1
It may take more than you think to prevent dangerous loss of muscle mass.
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Nutrition
We Previewed the Starbucks Protein Cold Foam—Here Are Our Honest Thoughts
Do you need it for your health? Probably not. Does it taste good? Definitely.

Nutrition
How Much Protein Do You Need in a Day, Really?
The trendy macro is everywhere—and so is misinformation about it. We set out to clear up the confusion.

Alzheimer's Disease
This Diet Can Cancel Out Some of Your Genetic Risk for Dementia, According to New Research
You may not be able to change your genes—but you could stymie their effect on your brain.


Nutrition
That Bottle of Coconut Water Isn’t Doing as Much as You Think to Rehydrate You
After a tough workout, take it with a grain of salt—literally.
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Nutrition
12 Hydration Mistakes Leaving You Parched, According to Experts
A PSA for those of us having a thirsty summer—and not in a good way.

Nutrition
Why Do I Feel So Sleepy After Eating—and How Can I Boost My Energy Instead?
The answer may lie on your plate—not in another cup of coffee.

Health
The 5 Best Foods to Eat for Better Mental Health
Your diet can affect *all* of your organs—brain included.

Recipes
5 High-Protein Vegan and Vegetarian Breakfasts to Power Your Morning
These plant-based recipes will ward off that pre-lunch office slump.
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Nutrition
12 High-Protein Grains to Make Your Breakfast, Lunch, or Dinner More Satisfying
They’re also packed with plenty of fiber, vitamins, and other nutrients your body needs.

Nutrition
Tennis Star Iga Swiatek Swears By Pasta With Strawberries—Here’s What a Dietitian Thinks
Might this be the berry good post-workout meal you didn’t know you needed?