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health5 days ago•4 min saved

Half-Plate Produce Rule Makes Healthy Eating Easy Without Calorie Counting

Weight-loss physician Dr. Meghan Garcia-Webb promotes a no-tracking approach: fill half your plate with fruits and non-starchy vegetables, a protein in one quarter, and a starch in the last quarter, making it easy to eat five servings of produce daily and feel full without counting calories. Brief tracking can help establish a baseline, but long-term adherence comes from simple, enjoyable meals and avoiding overemphasis on nutrition labeling or marketing.

via Business Insider|

#diet-tracking #fruits-and-vegetables #health

health6 days ago•19 min saved

Eight science-backed steps to a healthier heart

A Washington Post Well+Being column outlines eight science-backed habits to improve heart health, highlighting that stronger cardiovascular health also lowers risks for diabetes, dementia and cancer through everyday choices like regular activity, quality sleep, and nutritious eating.

via The Washington Post|

#exercise #health #healthy-eating

health9 days ago•18 min saved

Oncologist's diet playbook for lower cancer risk

An oncologist outlines practical dietary changes to reduce cancer risk, emphasizing a plant-forward, high-fiber eating pattern and avoiding highly processed foods and red meats, while aiming for overall weight maintenance and balanced nutrition.

via The Washington Post|

#cancer #diets-and-dieting #health

health11 days ago•17 min saved

Orthorexia warning signs: when healthy eating becomes an obsession

A HuffPost Wellness piece explains orthorexia as a growing preoccupation with “pure” or “proper” eating influenced by social media. It outlines signs such as extreme food restrictions, rigid rules, constant ingredient analysis, social-life disruption, and guilt or anxiety when deviating from rules, and urges seeking evaluation from dietitians or mental-health professionals. The article emphasizes balancing nutrition without all-or-nothing thinking and notes recovery is possible with support.

via HuffPost|

#disordered-eating #health #healthy-eating

health15 days ago•24 min saved

Rethinking the old adage: what to eat when you’re sick

The old saying “feed a cold, starve a fever” isn’t supported by science. Fever can raise body temperature, while colds don’t automatically make you colder. Experts recommend staying hydrated and eating nourishing foods as your stomach tolerates, rather than fasting, to support the body’s fight against illness.

via The Washington Post|

#common-cold #health #healthy-eating

health22 days ago•25 min saved

Chill Your Carbs for a Gut Health Boost

Resistant starch helps the gut microbiome by producing anti-inflammatory compounds and may lower chronic disease risk, blood sugar, and cholesterol levels. A simple way to boost it is to cool cooked rice, potatoes, and pasta, which increases their resistant starch content; include cooled starches as well as legumes like beans, lentils, and peas to support gut health.

via The Washington Post|

#diet-and-exercise #gut-health #health

health-and-wellness1 month ago•24 min saved

Label-Free Eating: All Foods Can Fit Your Health Goals

A dietitian argues against labeling foods as “good” or “bad,” promoting an all-foods-fit, flexible approach that balances nutrition with personal goals, enjoyment, exercise, and life circumstances.

via The Washington Post|

#diets-and-dieting #eating-disorders #health

business1 month ago•21 min saved

Rollins touts a $3 healthy meal, triggering online skepticism

Washington Post reports Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins claimed a healthy meal could cost about $3, citing a basic combo (like chicken, broccoli, a corn tortilla and another item) under a revamped nutrition framework. The remark drew ridicule on social media and comes amid ongoing discussions about food costs and nutrition policy under the administration.

via The Washington Post|

#business #donald-trump #food

nutrition1 month ago•18 min saved

Protein-Packed Staples to Fuel Fat Loss and Lean Muscle, Say a Certified Nutritionist

Sponsored Fit&Well piece where a certified nutritionist shares a 10-item protein-focused shopping list to support fat loss while preserving lean muscle: cottage cheese, frozen berries, bone broth, sweet potatoes, avocado, canned wild salmon or sardines, grass-fed ground beef, Medjool dates, jasmine rice and eggs. The author explains that fat loss requires a calorie deficit and that prioritizing protein helps with satiety and muscle maintenance, with a nod to an upcoming Sync & Savor cookbook.

via Fit&Well|

#fitness #healthy-eating #nutrition

health1 month ago•26 min saved

Measuring meat and dairy: how much red meat and butter can fit in a heart-healthy diet?

New dietary guidelines prompt questions about how much red meat and butter can fit into a heart-healthy diet. Health authorities have long advised limiting fatty cuts of red meat to about 3–4 servings per week due to saturated fat and LDL cholesterol linked to heart disease, while also highlighting environmental and animal-welfare concerns. The Washington Post's Well+Being piece reports what three top nutrition experts say about realistic amounts for a healthful diet focused on longevity.

via The Washington Post|

#diet-and-exercise #food-and-drink #health

health1 month ago•3 min saved

Nutritionist's 7-Day Diet Plan to Curb Cravings and Boost Fat Loss

A clinical nutritionist shares a balanced 7-day diet plan designed to promote fat loss, control cravings, and support overall health by emphasizing high protein, fiber, healthy fats, and low glycemic foods, combined with lifestyle factors like exercise and sleep for effective weight management.

via Hindustan Times|

#cravings-control #diet-plan #health

health1 month ago•3 min saved

Top Nutrition Tips and Hacks for a Healthier 2026

Dr. Jeremy London, a heart surgeon with 25 years of experience, shares four unconventional strategies to improve eating habits in 2026: reorganize your environment to make healthy foods more accessible, prepare meals in advance to reduce impulsive choices, reward yourself for small wins to stay motivated, and share progress with others for accountability. These small, intentional changes aim to create sustainable, healthier eating habits without drastic restrictions.

via Hindustan Times|

#behavior-modification #diet #health

health-and-wellness1 month ago•2 min saved

Test Your Eating Habits for Longevity

A quiz based on the Mayo Clinic's Mini Eating Assessment Tool helps individuals evaluate their diet's healthiness, offering science-backed advice to improve eating habits and potentially increase lifespan by focusing on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, seafood, nuts, and legumes.

via The Washington Post|

#diet-assessment #health-and-wellness #healthy-eating

health-and-wellness1 month ago•10 min saved

Top Nutrition Tips and Hacks to Kickstart a Healthy 2026

The article offers five practical tips for starting the new year healthily, including eating more colorful vegetables, incorporating plant-based proteins like tofu, reducing sugar and saturated fats, increasing fiber intake, and staying hydrated, with easy recipes to help implement these habits.

via Pittsburgh Post-Gazette|

#health-and-wellness #healthy-eating #hydration

lifestyle1 month ago•4 min saved

Maximize Your Lunch Break: Escape the Desk and Rejuvenate

The article emphasizes the importance of taking a proper lunch break to recharge, suggesting small, manageable activities like a 10-minute walk, maintaining routine with some variety, and choosing balanced, nourishing meals to sustain energy and focus throughout the day. It also highlights the benefits of stepping away from work to improve mental health and productivity.

via The Guardian|

#energy-management #healthy-eating #lifestyle