It happened: You test positive for COVID-19. Plenty of rest, lots of tissues and over-the-counter symptom relief products can help you on your road to recovery — as well as following whatever advice your doctor gives you. But there’s one more thing to add to your treatment plan: eating the right healthy foods. “While there
Ilka & FranzGetty Images The gut microbiome is considered one of the most important aspects of good health and well-being — it helps digest the foods you eat to provide the body energy and absorbs nutrients to maintain whole body health. Ongoing research even suggests that the state of the gut microbiome is related to
Get to the checkout line of any grocery store these days and you may be shocked to see the amount at the bottom of your receipt. The price of food has risen 12% over the last year according to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), and experts say that costs will likely continue to
margouillatphotosGetty Images Tummy troubles due to overindulging, stress or a nasty bug can strike at any given moment. It’s uncomfortable enough dealing with bowel issues, but darting to the nearest bathroom every few hours (okay, sometimes even minutes!) can be annoying, if not downright embarrassing. And nausea, cramping or other stomach discomfort is equally miserable.
fcafotodigital Over the years fat has gotten a bad rap, as it has historically been considered a contributor to cardiovascular disease and obesity. All fats aren’t created equal, and there are many high-fat foods that are actually good for you. Consuming fat is important for overall health, and the key to incorporating it into a
Anna BlazhukGetty Images Eating a well-balanced breakfast that’s also tasty and exciting and can be tricky to do every single morning, especially when many people are still dealing with disrupted (and monotonous!) WFH routines or trying to transition back to an office. Whether you already eat it every day or rarely make time for breakfast,
Anna BlazhukGetty Images Editor’s note: Weight loss, health and body image are complex subjects — before deciding to go on a diet, we invite you gain a broader perspective by reading our coverage of the hazards of diet culture. If you’ve been trying to lose weight safely but find that the scale hasn’t budged just
Beans Fiber, especially the soluble kind in beans, is linked with improved heart health. Chickpeas give one of the best cholesterol-lowering boosts. Just 1/3 cup of chickpeas contains about 12 grams of fiber — half your daily value. What’s more, these hearty beans are packed with antioxidants and associated with lower LDLs. Black beans are
jenifotoGetty Images Carbohydrates are an essential part of a healthy diet although they have gotten a bad rap over the years — thanks to the popularity of carb restricted diets like keto and Atkins, among others. Many foods contain carbohydrates, and it’s the type of carbs you consume that is important. Complex carbs are full
Claudia TotirGetty Images Every year, about 659,000 people in the United States die of cardiovascular disease, according to the CDC. Those are very scary numbers — but there are loads of things you can do to lower your risk, and eating a heart-healthy diet is one of the most important. People who ate mostly fruits,
