Nutrition
5 Foods You Should Really Avoid Before Working Out
Unless you’re into nausea, heartburn, and sudden poops.
What Is Coconut Kefir, and Can It Really Do Anything for Your Gut Health?
We asked experts if TikTok’s newest probiotic darling actually lives up to the hype.
Herd mentality
Add ‘Bovine Colostrum’ to the Long List of Trendy Supplements You Don’t Need
Influencers swear by it—but the science behind the health claims is seriously lacking.
7 Ways to Actually Improve Your Gut Health
No gimmicks, supplements, or special diets necessary.
Under the microscope
‘Gut-Healing’ Probiotic Supplements Are Everywhere Right Now. Here’s What the Science Says
Researchers are excited about these beneficial bugs—but there are a ton of unknowns once you stuff them into a pill.
All the Ways Eating Beets Can Support Your Muscles, Gut, and Heart Health
Who ever thought you could supercharge your workout with a bowl of borscht?
23 Prebiotic-Rich Foods to Eat for a Happier, Healthier Gut
These nutrients are key to balancing your microbiome.
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The 13 Best Protein Powders in 2024, According to Experts
Dietitian-approved options that’ll give your smoothies, shakes, and baked goods a boost.
Can What You Eat Really Reduce Your Dementia Risk?
Here’s what food can and can’t do for your most important organ.
Starbucks Now Has Its Own Fruity Energy Drink—And It Contains Half Your RDA of Caffeine
I bravely tried one (for science!)—and asked an expert if consuming these regularly is a good idea.
Food
How to Stop Automatically Counting Calories Every Time You Eat
It won’t happen overnight, but breaking a longtime dieting habit is possible.
Get ripped
How to Stop Rancid ‘Protein Farts’ From Ruining Your Workout (and Your Life)
Building muscle doesn’t have to be so stinky.
Panera’s Charged Lemonade Is Packed With Caffeine—Here’s What a Dietitian Thinks of It
A 20-ounce serving has 260 milligrams of caffeine and 82 grams of sugar.
Food
The FDA’s New Plan to Label Some Foods as ‘Healthy’ Is a Bad Idea
It probably won’t improve public health—and it may do the opposite.
Food
‘Diet Culture’ Isn’t Just About Smoothies and Food-Tracking Apps
And it doesn’t only harm people who diet.
Do You Really Need to Care About Your Daily Sugar Intake?
Remember: Sugar is just one part of your diet.
5 Chia Seed Benefits You Should Really Know About
What these little seeds can do for your body.
Food
What’s the Difference Between Soluble and Insoluble Fiber?
Yep, there are TWO different types of fiber.
