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People Are Adding Lemon to Coffee to Lose Weight, but Does It Really Work?

By Aly Walansky / September 12, 2023 / Comments Off on People Are Adding Lemon to Coffee to Lose Weight, but Does It Really Work?

TikTok is always a great resource for all sorts of lifestyle hacks. Whether we’re trying to make delicious meals faster or make cleaning easier, there are also videos giving us some intel that is at times both shocking and informative. It’s also often a place where we find health hacks and weight loss tips, and…

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8 Frozen Foods at Trader Joe’s Nutritionists Love to Buy

By Aly Walansky / September 6, 2023 / Comments Off on 8 Frozen Foods at Trader Joe’s Nutritionists Love to Buy

Even when we’re at our busiest, we do need to eat — and it’s not a great idea to rely on takeout all the time, either for our wallets or our health. One great option is to keep a stock of freezer items that can make an easy, quick meal or snack with less time…

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Should You Really Worry About Acid In Your Water? Experts Weigh In

By Aly Walansky / August 16, 2023 / Comments Off on Should You Really Worry About Acid In Your Water? Experts Weigh In

There’s constantly the latest big health or dietary trend on TikTok. Whether we’re turning cottage cheese into all sorts of other foods, adding butterfly pea flowers to our tea, or drinking potato juice, it seems to never end – and always has at least a bit of dubious value. The latest hot TikTok trend has…

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Restaurant foods

Ordering in? Dietitians Share Their Go-to Healthy Takeout Orders

By Aly Walansky / August 10, 2023 / Comments Off on Ordering in? Dietitians Share Their Go-to Healthy Takeout Orders

If you’re going to order for pick-up or delivery, what are the healthiest take-out orders? We asked registered dietitians to find out.

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Is Cottage Cheese Healthy? We Asked The Experts

By Aly Walansky / July 19, 2023 / Comments Off on Is Cottage Cheese Healthy? We Asked The Experts

It seems that every year, there’s a new viral ingredient being used in hacks all over social media. Once upon a time, everyone was repurposing cauliflower as a way to healthy up all sorts of recipes. Now, the latest ingredient getting the star treatment is cottage cheese. This year, TikTok’s newest recipe craze is cottage…

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The Best Trader Joe’s Items for Easy, Healthy Summer Entertaining

By Aly Walansky / July 18, 2023 / Comments Off on The Best Trader Joe’s Items for Easy, Healthy Summer Entertaining

Trader Joe’s is the perfect spot to find healthy foods that are still super fun and perfect for summer entertaining. 

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The Best Kirkland Products At Costco That Are Seriously High Quality

By Aly Walansky / July 9, 2023 /

These healthy Kirkland products exist at that all-important intersection of “genuinely high quality” and “super low priced.”

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10 Panera Meals Nutritionists Actually Order

By Aly Walansky / July 7, 2023 /

We interviewed nutritionists and dietitians who told us their favorite soups, salads, and sandwiches at Panera Bread.

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13 Trader Joe’s Dairy-Free Items That Actually Taste Good

By Aly Walansky / June 29, 2023 / Comments Off on 13 Trader Joe’s Dairy-Free Items That Actually Taste Good

Those of us who avoid too much dairy probably have discovered that not all plant-based “dairy” products are created equal. Some have a weird texture, are hard to melt or have that sexy cheese pull, are loaded with chemicals and additives, or just don’t taste very good. But someone can avoid dairy, whether they are…

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22 Trader Joe’s Foods That Help You Destress, Say Nutritionists

By Aly Walansky / June 10, 2023 / Comments Off on 22 Trader Joe’s Foods That Help You Destress, Say Nutritionists

Stress levels are at an all-time high. Between financial, family, and health worries that some of us may have, we’re not getting enough sleep, and anxiety is coloring our every day. We try everything we can to feel better, but one thing we may not have tried is adjusting the foods we’re putting into our…

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These Healthy Dinners from Trader Joe’s Take 10 Minutes or Less

By Aly Walansky / May 23, 2023 /

A good dinner can be prepared super-quickly with just a few star ingredients, and there are a ton of perfect options to be found at Trader Joe’s that are sure to fit the bill.

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The Best Plant-Based Meats for the Grill, According to Vegans

By Aly Walansky / May 19, 2023 /

Vegan meat options for the grill have come a long way recently. We asked vegans and vegetarians (including vegan chefs) their favorite brands.

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plant based chipotle bowl with beans corn and chickpeas

7 Foods People in Blue Zones Eat That Increase Longevity

By Aly Walansky / May 5, 2023 /

People who live in Blue Zones reach age 100 ten times more frequently than people in most of the U.S. These foods keep them healthy.

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7 Expert-Approved Ways to Avoid a Blood Sugar Spike

By Aly Walansky / May 5, 2023 /

If you find that you crave sweets a lot, you’re overly tired, or you have a hanger problem, you should consider improving your blood sugar balance.

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11 Trader Joe’s Foods That Fit in the Mediterranean Diet

By Aly Walansky / May 2, 2023 / Comments Off on 11 Trader Joe’s Foods That Fit in the Mediterranean Diet

The Mediterranean Diet has been a favorite among dieticians and nutritionists for several years now, as it takes inspiration from those living and eating in the Mediterranean as a way of leading healthier lives. This is a diet rich in fresh fruits and vegetables as well as lean proteins, whole grains, and heart-healthy fats. It’s…

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13 Low-Lift, Fast Trader Joe’s Lunches You Need to Buy

By Aly Walansky / April 20, 2023 /

If you need a fast, healthy lunch, one great option is stocking up on these quick, easy meal ideas from Trader Joe’s.

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The Best Whole Foods Salad Dressings, According to Nutritionists 

By Aly Walansky / April 7, 2023 /

Unfortunately, sneakily unhealthy salad dressings are everywhere. That’s why we enlisted a few nutritionists to help us find the *truly healthy* options at Whole Foods.

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The Healthiest Tomato Sauces You Can Buy at the Grocery Store

By Aly Walansky / March 30, 2023 /

When selecting a jarred tomato sauce for your next meal, there are a few key factors to consider to ensure you’re getting the best quality without a bunch of additives and empty calories.

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The Best Healthy Snacks to Buy at Target, According to Dietitians

By Aly Walansky / March 29, 2023 /

These snacks, all of which are available at Target, are wholesome and delicious — and totally dietitian-approved.

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We Found the Healthiest and Best-Tasting Organic Peanut Butters

By Aly Walansky / March 7, 2023 /

Although other nut butters are making inroads, peanut butter still owns the lion’s share of real estate on supermarket shelves. These days there are more options than ever, including organic peanut butters. We rounded them all up for a taste test to find the best ones.

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11 Trader Joe’s Foods Nutritionists Love for Winter Meal Prep

By Aly Walansky / February 16, 2023 / Comments Off on 11 Trader Joe’s Foods Nutritionists Love for Winter Meal Prep

We often think of meal prep as something we do to maintain our grocery budget or save time on busy weeknights, but it’s also a great way of maintaining a balanced and healthy diet no matter the season. The most important aspect of successful winter meal prep is to keep it simple. You’re going to…

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The Healthiest, Tastiest Chicken Soups in the Grocery Store, According to Nutritionists

The Healthiest Store-Bought Chicken Soups (That Taste Like Grandma’s)

By Aly Walansky / February 8, 2023 /

Not all chicken soups are the same, so how do you shop for the healthiest version? We asked six nutritionists for their favorite grocery store picks.

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5 Trader Joe’s Frozen Foods Perfect for Valentine’s Day at Home

By Aly Walansky / January 28, 2023 / Comments Off on 5 Trader Joe’s Frozen Foods Perfect for Valentine’s Day at Home

A romantic dinner out on Valentine’s Day isn’t always as great as it sounded. Reservations tend to be difficult to obtain – especially for those most coveted restaurants – and the ambiance we seek will often be rushed, noisy, and anything but intimate. A great alternative is planning a dinner at home, and we can…

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Costco items to buy for Valentine's Day

8 Costco Foods Nutritionists Love for Valentine’s Day

By Aly Walansky / January 25, 2023 / Comments Off on 8 Costco Foods Nutritionists Love for Valentine’s Day

There’s a whole lot of pressure on Valentine’s Day. From setting the mood to getting just the right gift and planning a perfect date-night meal, it can feel like a lot of work. But nothing about such a beautiful and romantic day should be stressful, and if we can save ourselves some work, we’re all…

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