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Her snack of choice is dietitian-approved! Celebrities snack just like us, according to a new video posted by Reese Witherspoon. “Crafty snacks” are the snacks and drinks provided by craft services on set. Photo: Emma McIntyre/Getty Images We can relate to the realness of co-star Zoe Chao’s bag dump of various snacks. What was Witherspoon’s pick? “My 4 o’clock snack is tea and a cookie.” Apples are a great source of fiber and vitamin C, while peanut butter provides healthy fats and protein....

Ever wondered what those girl scouts use the cookie cash for? Girl Scout cookie season is back, and we’re pretty excited. The cookie season officially runs from January to April, with the details depending on your area. Photo: Girl Scouts, Getty Images / travenian / moodboard All of the proceeds from Girl Scout cookie sales stay local, according tothe Girl Scouts website. Those numbers may vary slightly depending on the regional Girl Scouts council in your area,asVoxreports....

A recent recall in Washington state is causing concern about the safety of this popular shellfish. Oysters are a polarizing food. Some people associate them with luxury andromance, while others can’t stand the texture. Getty Images / HUIZENG HU Oh yeah, and did we mention they are actuallystill alive when you eat them? On July 16th,Washington state issued a recallfor oysters harvested from theSamish Bay growing areain Puget Sound. If someone eats an oyster that contains vibrio bacteria, they can contract an intestinal disease calledvibriosis....

Turns out, there’s a pretty compelling reason to make that banana bread. Take 60 seconds to scroll through your Facebook and Instagram feeds. Go ahead, we’ll wait. But why is everyone suddenly getting the urge to break out their beaters? Turns out, baking can be an active form of therapy. (And not the news reports coming from the TV over your shoulder. Turn that off for a bit.) We’re all craving connection right now....

It’s time to talk. We have two sphincters that control our bowels, Enders says. The outer sphincter we can control; the inner one has more of a mind of its own. Humans are one of the few animals that are so talented at controlling this process, Enders says.

Garten: Noam Galai/WireImage/Getty Images. Ramsey: Gilbert Flores/Variety/Getty Images. Nigella Lawson In classic Nigella Lawson style, these arent just basic avocado toaststheyreBreakfast Bruschetta. Photo:Garten: Noam Galai/WireImage/Getty Images. Ramsey: Gilbert Flores/Variety/Getty Images. Put them on a platter with the avocado toasts and serve it all withLemonade Mimosasfor a flavor-packed brunch. Ina Garten Ina Gartenssimple avocado toast methodbegins just as ours doeswith a sturdy slice of whole-grain bread. Sprinkle on a touch more salt and pepper, and youre all set....

Poo-phoria is for real. GI docs explain why, plus RD-approved tips to get things moving. Key Takeaways Pooping is a universal experience. Photo:Getty Images. EatingWell design. Everyone does it, but we usually dont spend much time talking about it. To find out, we asked gastroenterologists. Turns out, there are several reasons. In other words, its not your imagination. Pooping really does feel good. Originating in the brain, the vagus nerve is the longest nerve in the body....

Wearable tech like smartwatches and rings can monitor your heart rate and steps, but blood sugar? This includes popular smartwatches, as well as lesser-known knock-off brands. The same goes for the smart rings. Photo:Getty Images Whats the Big Deal? If you have diabetes, monitoring your blood sugar is probably part of your daily routine. Talk to your health care practitioner about getting a monitor that uses finger sticks or a CGM....

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This herbal iced tea blends sour, berry-flavored hibiscus tea with sweet pomegranate juice. Strain the tea (or remove tea bags) and pour into a large pitcher. Stir in pomegranate juice (or nectar) and cold water. Photo:Ana Cadena Refrigerate until chilled, about 2 hours. Serve over ice with lemon wedges, if desired. Tips Refrigerate for up to 1 week. Ana Cadena Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day....

Typically, your lifestyle and your genetics combine to lead you to have-or not have-high cholesterol. Pictured recipe:Steel Cut Oatmeal Not all cholesterol is bad. Cholesterol is carried through the blood in molecules called lipoproteins. LDL (bad) deposit cholesterol inside your arteries. But talk to your doctor too, because you might also benefit from a prescription, such as statins. 1.Choose high-quality foods. So aim to eat more healthy foods-fruits, veggies, lean protein, low-fat dairy, whole grains....

Its when its taken to extremes that it becomes problematic. The2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americanssuggest limiting added sugar intake to less than 10% of total daily caloric intake. Whats the fuss all about? Photo:Getty Images How Was the Study Conducted? The data for this study was drawn from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) database. Each participant completed the Patient Health Questionnaire-9, which is a quick screening assessment for depression....

This cranberry-apple baked oatmeal is the perfect fall breakfast to cozy up to. Oats and apples are packed with fiber, promoting a healthy gut and keeping you fuller longer. We like naturally sweet, firm apples like Honeycrisp and Fuji. Photo:Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless If you prefer something a little more tart, swap one out for a Granny Smith. Keep reading for expert tips on which apples work the best in this recipe and more....