There’s lots of buzz about the potential health and wellness benefits of burdock root, whether that’s in form of a tea you steep yourself at home or supplements you grab at a health food store. When you dig into this topic online, you’ll find that burdock root has been credited with helping a wide —
Not only are cherries a delicious summertime staple, but this stone fruit packs an incredible nutrient-dense punch. Although available year-round, cherries are harvested in the summer, no matter where they come from. In the U.S., cherries grow mostly in seven states: Michigan, Utah, Wisconsin, Washington, Oregon, Pennsylvania and New York. While you may be familiar
Claudia TotirGetty Images When it comes to choosing nutrient-rich ingredients for your meals, plain old white-colored food — think white bread, white rice and white pasta — don’t have the healthiest rep. But there is a white-colored treat that you should pile on your plate: mushrooms! Whether in a spinach salad, sautéed in a stir-fry
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,
There’s a burning reason to consider making changes that will boost your heart health: In this country, heart disease is the leading cause of death in women, according to the CDC. And only about half of women know this. Chilling facts, but there’s an upside: There’s much you can do to prevent problems down the
Coconut water has grown in popularity over the past few years, but this beverage dubbed “nature’s sports drink” has been around for centuries. Known for its slightly sweet and nutty flavor, this refreshing beverage is great on its own or used in smoothies and more. Packed with electrolytes and flavor, coconut water is the clear
Bitter foods can be hard to swallow (literally!) for some, as their strong flavors can overpower sweet, salty or umami notes of an otherwise tasty dish. But those who make it their mission to skillfully incorporate more bitter flavors into their diet are enjoying a rich payoff when it comes to gut health, says Amy
Think you don’t need to know about cardiovascular disease since your heart’s in good working order? You might want to reconsider that: You’re never too young or healthy to know your facts when it comes to this all-important organ. “Your heart is the metabolic engine that drives everything in your body, so you want to
Crispin la valienteGetty Images Sure, that artichoke dip you ate during the Super Bowl was yummy, but it was also hiding an under-appreciated superfood inside. Artichokes are jam-packed with nutrients our bodies need to function at their best and can support our health in lots of ways. “They’re really good for you,” says Sarika Shah,
Whenever we go to the doctor’s office — whether it’s for an annual physical or a sore throat— one of the first things we do is step on a scale. For some of us, it’s a fraught moment: Will the number be higher or lower than last time? How will we feel about that? And
