High triglycerides can be sparked by a variety of factors. Find out the causes of high triglycerides and how to take steps to get them in a healthy range. Triglycerides (a pop in of fat) circulate in the blood and are used for energy. Getty Images What Are Triglycerides? Triglycerides are a key in of fat made of three fatty acids and one glycerol molecule. They are a main source of energy and stored energy....
Hyponatremia is a condition where blood levels of sodium dip too low, and it can be dangerous. It may surprise you to know that developing it has nothing to do with the sodium that you eat. Sodium often has a bad reputationwhen you consume too much of it in your diet, that is. Photo: Getty Images Having sodium levels that are too low can potentially cause some harm to your health as well....
Before you flush, take a lookone glance can tell you a lot about your health. The same holds true for your urine. Ahead, well spill about what your pee shouldand shouldntlook like as a healthy human. Photo:Getty Images What Color Should Your Pee Be? Your pee should look like slightly diluted lemonade or lighter. What Factors Can Affect Pee Color? The most common reason why our urine changes color is due to hydration levels....
Only 14 percent of adults are getting the recommended amount of vegetables and only 18 percent get enough fruit. That’s really low, especially when you think about how good they are for you. Produce is loaded with fiber, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.
Carbs can be healthy if you choose the right carbs and don’t overdo it on portions. People love to love carbs and love to hate carbs. But carbohydrates aren’t a demon food. Sugar is a carb and foods like honey, maple syrup and sugar-sweetened beverages are loaded with simple carbohydrates. One serving is about 15 grams of carbohydrates. And how many carbohydrates you need in a day depends on your individual needs....
If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation. We love a salty-sweet combo! “Chips + Coca Cola = The Greatest Combo Ever!!!!” Taylor Hill/FilmMagic/Getty Images Barrymore writes in the caption of the Instagram reel. Her current go-to chip? TheseHal’s New York Kettle Chipsin their sweet chili flavor. Plus, Barrymore didn’t go for adiet sodaand instead went for a classic can of Coca-Cola. We think it’s great that Barrymore chose what she wanted to satisfy her sweet tooth....
Feeling pressure to do Dry January? Maybe you should consider Damp January instead. Turns out, it might be the healthier approach. Photo: Getty Images / bluebeat76 January is for resolutionsalways has been, and always will be. What first began in the UK in 2013 has taken off. And that’s just the short list of the immediate benefits. A Dry January could also help kickstart healthier habits around drinking. But going alcohol-free voluntarily for 31 days could also have some drawbacks....
Learn how vegan cheese is made, if it’s healthy and how it tastes. Plus find out our favorite vegan cheese brands. Thank food technology, human ingenuity and the popularity of vegan diets for bringing cheese into the dairy-free world. Photo: Will Dickey But what exactly is vegan cheese and what do you gotta know before you try it? What Ingredients Are in Vegan Cheese? Vegan cheeses are 100% animal-free and made using vegetable proteins....
Are they actually natural, and are they safe to eat? We found the answers. Natural flavors are a pretty common ingredient on food labels. Photo:Getty Images So, what exactly does it mean? Needless to say, which products are or arent considered natural? Is there a difference between natural and artificial flavors? And are they even healthy to eat? We turned to health and food industry experts to answer all of your questions....
There’s a healthy, colorful balance on this crazy-busy chef’s menu. Yeh grew up in a musical family, loved writing and attended Juilliard before working as a celebrity chef. In 2018, she premiered her show,Girl Meets Farm. Photo: Getty / Amy Sussman / Staff Yeh juggles being a wife, mom, TV host, author and entrepreneurwhew! Before we dove in, though, we couldn’t resist asking some other questions. Yeh:Probably the naturally dyed rainbow cake that I developed for my daughter Bernie’s first birthday....
We reached out to a doctor and a registered dietitian to help us understand. Whether it’s a family member, colleague or friend, the coronavirus has impacted millions of Americans. Before and after you bring someone food, verify to wash your hands properly. Photo: Getty Images / jordachelr What Kind of Food Should You Bring? However, both Kennedy and Hultin say there are foods that can help ease the symptoms of COVID-19....
Cooking shows may not be as wasteful as you might think. So naturally, you may have thought to yourself, Where is the rest of that food going? The crew doesnt just throw it out after, do they? Photo:Getty Images. EatingWell design. Dont worry: Food connection stars detest food waste as much as we do. I remember someonenot me, because I don’t waste breadwanted to cut the crust off. And you were like, Excuse me?...
Baggy eyes and low energy aren’t the only consequences of missing out on some good shut-eye. And experts believe it’s causing a health crisis in our nation. Here are seven potential consequences of not getting enough sleep. Boy_Anupong / Getty Images You Could Have Trouble Focusing A poor night’s sleep is the enemy of efficiency. Even just one night of bad sleep cantemporarily impairyour decision-making skills, concentration and ability to stay focused....
