High-Protein Smoothies That Keep Women Over 50 Full for Hours
bySix smoothie builds with 28 to 35 grams of protein each, plus the formula that separates a real meal from a fruit slushie with a health halo.
Nutrition
Evidence-based advice from registered dietitians on the best foods, vitamins and nutrients — separating the facts from the fads.
The 10 Easiest Ways to Lose Weight, According to Experts
byMedically reviewed by Anthony Fanucci, Pharm.D., licensed pharmacist Weight loss isn’t always about suffering through a strict diet or spending hours in the gym,…
How Popular Is Your Local McDonald’s? Look Yours Up — We Measured All 12,987
byAmerica logs 6.83 billion McDonald’s visits a year — about 20 per person. We ranked all 12,987 locations by foot traffic, and our lookup tool tells you exactly where yours falls, from Orlando’s giant #1 to the quiet ones.
7 Breakfasts That Keep Your Blood Sugar Steady All Morning
byDietitians keep recommending the same seven breakfasts for steady blood sugar and all-morning energy. The pattern behind them is simpler than you think.
The 20 Busiest Whole Foods in America Aren’t Where You’d Guess
byWe ranked all 450 U.S. Whole Foods by foot traffic. The busiest isn’t the Austin flagship or a Manhattan temple — it’s a suburban store, and every entry in the top 20 runs on parking lots, not population density.
The 20 Healthiest Vegetables, Ranked by Nutrient Density (And No, Kale Isn’t #1)
byA 2014 CDC-published study scored 47 vegetables by nutrient density:17 nutrients per 100 calories. The results upended everything. Kale didn’t crack the top 10.
Mavromatika: The Ancient Greek Bean Stew That the World’s Longest-Living Women Eat Every Day
byMavromatika is the Greek black-eyed pea stew eaten almost daily on the Blue Zone island of Ikaria. Here’s how to make it at home — and why it matters.
There’s a New Superfood That’s Probably Already in Your Pantry
byOne vegetable is getting a serious scientific upgrade — and you probably already have it at home. Here’s what new research says about sweet potatoes, why they qualify as a superfood, which varieties to buy, and how to cook them to maximize every nutrient.
Keep Your Omega-3s: The Best and Worst Ways to Cook Salmon, Tuna and Other Fish
bySteaming, baking, grilling, frying — cooking method changes what your fish delivers. A method-by-method, fish-by-fish guide to keeping the omega-3s and skipping the carcinogens.
The $100,000 Salad: What Data From 419 Chains Reveals About America’s Wellness Class Divide
byVisit data from 419 American chains shows the healthier the business, the richer its customers — a $60,000 income gap separates the salad line from the drive-thru, and even the gym has a class system.
Coconut Water May Not Be for Everyone: 6 Types of People Who Should Avoid It
by“Water is still the best way to hydrate,” says Maxine Smith, RDN, LD, a registered dietitian at the Cleveland Clinic. Coconut water has earned…
8 Best Vitamins and Supplements for Women in Their 60s, From a Registered Dietitian
byThe eight supplements women in their 60s most often actually benefit from — based on the nutrient gaps that show up in NHANES data, the absorption shifts that begin after 60, and what the trial evidence supports. From a registered dietitian who works with older adults.