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The 5 Best Teas for a Sore Throat, According to Experts
Why Drink Tea If You Have a Sore Throat? According to family medicine and culinary medicine physician, Angie Neison, M.D., CCMS, DipABLM, hydration is the biggest reason to drink tea when you have a sore throat. She says, "When you are constantly able to keep moisture in your mucous membranes, it can help lessen the pain."
Kaly JohnesPublished 3 days ago in LongevityHow to Choose the Healthiest Peanut Butter, According to Dietitians
Walking down the peanut butter aisle may confront you with an overwhelming amount of choices to make. Between the dozens of brands, ingredients and special labeling, you might leave feeling confused about the healthiest choice to make.
Kaly JohnesPublished 3 days ago in Longevity5 "Bad" Carbs You Should Be Eating to Lose Weight
Fiber Opting for whole grains, fruits, veggies and beans as your main carbohydrate sources can fuel your body with fiber. This nutrient is an indigestible carbohydrate that helps you feel full longer and nourishes your gut bacteria.
Kaly JohnesPublished 3 days ago in LongevityRecipes to Eat If You Overeat
1) Anti-Inflammatory Cherry-Spinach Smoothie This healthy smoothie is not only delicious—it also boosts your daily dose of anti-inflammatory foods. It starts with a base of creamy gut-friendly kefir and includes cherries, which can lower the inflammatory marker C-reactive protein. Heart-healthy fats in avocado, almond butter and chia seeds deliver additional anti-inflammatory compounds to the body, while spinach offers a mix of antioxidants that sweep up harmful free radicals. Fresh ginger adds zing, plus a compound called gingerol, which preliminary studies suggest may improve inflammatory markers of heart disease if consumed daily.
Kaly JohnesPublished 3 days ago in LongevityThe 5 Best Fats to Help Lower Your Cholesterol, Approved by a Dietitian
Cholesterol has a reputation for being a bad thing, but it's necessary for your health. In fact, your liver makes cholesterol, which the body uses in various ways, such as to produce hormones. But consuming too much of some types of fat—saturated and trans fat (found in fatty meats and fried foods, for example)—may raise levels of LDL cholesterol (known as “bad” cholesterol). This type of cholesterol could accumulate in arteries, increasing your risk for heart disease and stroke, according to the American Heart Association. It’s important to note that, in the past, added trans fats were mainly found in processed foods, but the Food and Drug Administration has banned them. However, trans fats can still naturally be found in a few foods.
Kaly JohnesPublished 3 days ago in LongevityWhat Happens to Your Body When You Eat Cauliflower Regularly
You might call cauliflower the Taylor Swift of the veggie world. No longer relegated solely to veggie crudité plates, cauliflower has gained popularity, making itself into everything from tacos and Buffalo wings to steak and pizza crust.
Kaly JohnesPublished 3 days ago in LongevityWhat Happens to Your Body When You Drink Ginger Tea Regularly
Ginger certainly puts the “zing” in “amazing.” This remarkable root has been revered as a culinary gem and powerful medicinal remedy for thousands of years due to its uniquely pungent, pleasantly spicy and incredibly soothing properties. Ginger’s warming quality is particularly delightful when the root is infused in hot water to make tea. From its refreshing aroma to its citrus undertones, a cup of ginger tea offers a rejuvenating yet calming sensory experience. But, beyond its scent and flavor, does it offer any research-backed health benefits? Better yet, what happens if you consume ginger tea regularly? To answer your pending questions, we reached out to dietitians to find out how regular ginger tea consumption impacts your health, whether there are any risks and delicious ways to prepare it.
Kaly JohnesPublished 3 days ago in LongevityThe Best Time to Take Probiotics Supplements, According to Health Experts
a photo of a woman looking at a probiotic pill while holding a glass of water PHOTO: GETTY IMAGES Probiotics are a popular supplement taken by nearly 4 million Americans.1 These live microorganisms, which are made up of bacteria and yeast, can be found in capsule form and in fermented foods like yogurt, pickles and kefir. Probiotics have the potential to improve digestion and gut function and support immune health.
Kaly JohnesPublished 3 days ago in LongevityIs Canned Fruit Healthy? Here's What Dietitians Say
Ever wondered if reaching for that can of peaches or pineapple is a good choice for your health? In this deep dive, we'll talk about the health benefits of canned fruit, debunk common misconceptions and provide practical tips for incorporating canned fruit into a healthy diet.
Kaly JohnesPublished 3 days ago in Longevity3 Ways Turmeric Can Affect Your Medication, According to Dietitians
When you walk around your local grocery store or a health-food store, you may come across turmeric as a yellow-colored spice in the spice aisle or as a supplement in the form of powder, extract or tincture in the supplement section. With so much buzz about turmeric's potential health benefits, such as relieving pain and depression symptoms and possessing anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic and anti-cancer properties, you may wonder if it is worthwhile to eat turmeric as a spice, take the supplement alone, or have a bit of both.
Kaly JohnesPublished 3 days ago in LongevityDoes Salt Make You Gain Weight?
Salt is a calorie-free condiment used to preserve food and elevate the flavor in a uniquely delicious way. But even though salt has no fat, calories or any other factors that traditionally contribute to weight gain, surprisingly, consuming it may be linked to weight gain.
Kaly JohnesPublished 3 days ago in LongevityWhat Happens to Your Body When You Take Vitamin C Every Day
It may take a sniffly nose, constant sneezing or a pesky cough to bring vitamin C top-of-mind. Getting sick reminds you of your immune function, which may leave you wondering whether you should take vitamin C daily. Vitamin C is a well-known vitamin in citrus fruits that many people turn to when under the weather. That's because it can enhance immune health and may shorten how long a cold lasts, per MedlinePlus.
Kaly JohnesPublished 3 days ago in Longevity