Nutrition

3 Ways To Tell Your Insulated Water Bottle Needs To Be Replaced (Plus 6 Great Bottles To Swap In)

Odds are your reusable water bottle needs to be replaced due to damage or bacterial infestation. Here's how to tell, plus 6 new bottles to swap in.

What Happens When You Eat Cheese but You Really Shouldn’t?

Before you whip out the lactase tablets, here's what you need to know.

Bone Broth Has Many Benefits—But Meal Replacement Isn’t One of Them, Says Experts

Bone broth is a great collagen-boosting supplement, but it's time to stop treating it like a meal replacement.

TikTok Is Obsessed With Chia Seed Water—Is It Actually Good for You?

A legit way to boost your health or just a passing fad? Two RDs weigh in.

This Natural Sweetener May Improve Your Heart and Gut Health

Bonus: You probably already have it in your pantry.

Good News: You Can DIY Your Own Protein Powder

No pain, all gain with this simple DIY protein powder recipe.

Let’s Settle This: Which Nut Is the Best Source of Protein?

And, does it matter? Plus, dietician-approved pairings to get the most out of your snack.

It’s Official: This Is What You Should (And Shouldn’t) Be Eating Before and After Your Workout

Fitness got you hungry? Experts weigh in on how you can fuel your body pre- and post-workout for best results.

Should You Be Talking To Your Mental Health Provider About Your Diet?

Turns out trusting your gut is more than a feeling, thanks to the brain-gut axis.

Is Your Favorite Salt Causing an Iodine Deficiency?

Swapping out table salt for sea salt? Heed experts' warnings about missing out on this key nutrient.

The Girl Scouts Are Being Sued for ‘Heavy Metals’ in Their Cookies—but Are They Dangerous?

Don't throw away that sleeve of Thin Mints in your freezer just yet.

Move Over Stevia—Monk Fruit is Here to Stay

As wellness trends move away from more commercially-available artificial sweeteners, monk fruit continues to fully stake a claim in the sweetener world.

There’s Opposing Advice Online About Vitamin A—So, What’s True?

Wellness "influencers" started bragging about low vitamin A diets online—then the measles outbreak happened.

Hold Up: Is Your Nutrition App Working Against You?

Here are 6 warning signs experts say to watch out for when using nutrition and fitness apps.

Yep, Microplastics Are in Your Food—How Worried Should You Be?

From seafood to tea bags, a surprising list of foods now contain microplastics.

MSG Gets a Bad Rap—and It’s Totally Undeserved, According to Experts

It's time we give up the "MSG is making you sick" rhetoric.

Turns Out You Can Now Get Your Farmers’ Market Haul Straight From the Couch

With food prices at an all-time high, there's a new way to get access to fresh groceries—farm-to-consumer subscription boxes.

Turns Out, Olive Oil Is Doing a Lot for the Brain

New research suggests olive oil may reduce dementia-related mortality risks.

Rose Water Is About to Be Everywhere This Spring 

How to use it, and what the science really says about the touted benefits. Plus: A pancake recipe.

PSA: Walmart’s Stock of Protein-Rich Snacks Is Major—Here Are an RD’s Favorites

Why Are People Suddenly Eating Handfuls of Spinach Straight From the Fridge?

TL;DR: You don’t have to eat raw spinach out of the container like a raccoon to get the nutritional benefits.

How To Tell if Your Peanut Butter Has Gone Bad (Because It Probably Has)

Answering the age-old question: Does peanut butter *actually* go bad?

Food Sequencing: What Is It, and Does It Work?

The science behind eating your foods in specific order.

The Philadelphia Eagles Won It All—Here’s How Breakfast Fuels Their Success 

Advice from the Eagles' Executive Chef and Team Nutritionist that you can incorporate into your everyday breakfast, shoulder pads optional.

Looking for a Nutritionist? This Online Service Makes It Easier Than Ever to Work With an RD

Fay Nutrition is on a mission to make nutritionists more accessible to Americans. We tried out the service—here is our honest review.

4 Easy Ways to Beef Up Your Cooking Skills—One Recipe at a Time

Leveling up your cooking skills can feel super intimidating. But if you can fry, sauté, or blend, you can make these recipes. Really.

The 14 Gadgets You Need This Year for Your Highest-Tech Kitchen

If you haven’t stopped thinking about the Disney Channel Original Movie, Smart House, since 1999, this list is for you.

How Long Do Cooking Oils Actually Last? An Expert Weighs In

Olive oil, coconut oil, avocado oil...the list goes on. But, not all oils are created equal, especially when it comes to shelf life.

It’s Time You Gave the Mighty Chickpea the Love It Deserves

Looking for the next big food thing? The only thing more impressive than chickpeas’ nutrition facts are the number of ways you can eat them.

‘I’m a Gastroenterologist, and Here’s Whether Coffee Is Actually Good for Your Gut’

Discover whether coffee is good for your gut, plus ways to drink it to optimize the gut health benefits, according to GI doctors.

Salt 101: A Pro Cook’s Complete Guide to This Essential Seasoning

Salt versus sodium, Kosher or sea salt, how much should you have—there are a million questions about salt. A pro cook answers them.

How to Turn Cottage Cheese Into a Week’s Worth of High-Protein Breakfasts

Interested in incorporating cottage cheese into your weekly breakfast rotation? Try some of these delicious, high-protein recipes.

4 Tips for Prioritizing Your (Food) Goals This Year, According to Emma Lovewell

“Sometimes more is more, but sometimes more is distracting," says Emma Lovewell, Peloton instructor extraordinaire and new mom.

Lead and Cadmium May Be in Your Chocolate Protein Powder: Here’s Why

Per a new study, high levels of lead and cadmium were found in some protein powders—specifically chocolate varieties. How did they get there?

What Can Apple Cider Vinegar *Really* Do For You?

Apple cider vinegar gummies are all the rage, but are they really worth it? An RD weighs in, with other tips and tricks to use ACV.

The FDA Just Banned Red Dye No. 3: The Future of Processed Foods

Health misinformation around food dyes is at an all-time high. Here's what you need to know about food dyes in your foods.

Cutting off Coffee Intake by This Time Daily May Lower Your Overall Mortality Risk

Morning coffee drinkers rejoice! Having coffee before noon could contribute to a lower overall mortality risk.

13 Overnight Oats Recipes That Are Full of Flavor, Fiber, and Protein

Was your New Year's resolution to eat breakfast? Or maybe you're looking to start some morning routines in January. Overnight oats can help.

These Herbal Tinctures Got Me To Kick Alcohol And Gave Me The Best Sleep (And Lowest Stress Levels) Of My Life

Apothekary wellness tinctures are meant to replace a glass of wine, and got me to kick alcohol while delivering great sleep and low stress.

Horizon Organic Recalls Its 8-Fluid-Ounce Whole Milk Cartons for Potential Spoilage

Horizon Organic has voluntarily recalled its 8-fluid-ounce cartons of whole milk for potential spoilage. No illnesses have been reported.

Just Wondering: When Should I Be Tossing My Spices?

Pulling out your spices for some seasonal baking and cooking? It's time to check if they're still good to use.

This Popular Protein Powder Was Just Recalled Because of Peanut Residue

Orgain is recalling some of its chocolate protein powder due to the potential presence of undeclared peanut residue.

What Ever Happened to the Food Pyramid?

The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced their 2025 dietary guideline suggestions, and they're confusing.

Yet Another Reason to Love Coffee: It Could Add Nearly 2 Years to Your Life

While this caffeinated drink of choice proves to add some life to our days, it turns out that it may even add days to our lives.

This Is Why Your Eggs Are So Expensive Right Now

Whether you’re doing some baking or revamping your protein goals, your planning may be at risk, thanks to the rising price of eggs.

Step Aside Yogurt, Cottage Cheese Is the Next Best Gut-Friendly Snack

Learn whether cottage cheese is good for gut health, and how to get the most out of the protein-rich snack, according to a dietitian.

Your Glassware IS Breaking More, And It’s Not Your Fault

Ever had a glass baking dish randomly explode, turning your kitchen into a messy, glassy crime scene? It's not just you.

‘I’m a Food Safety Expert, and I’m Begging You to Stop Making This Mistake With Your Eggs’

Whether you have farm-fresh or store-bought eggs, you might be wondering, "Should I wash my eggs?" Here's what a food safety expert says.

Turns Out, Dark Chocolate Has a Health Benefit That’s Shockingly Great—And Totally Unexpected

New research published in the BMJ found that eating a small amount of dark chocolate can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes.

I’m a Dietitian, and I Always Add This 1 Ingredient to My Yogurt to Boost Gut-Healthy Probiotics

Learn why eating yogurt with honey can help the probiotics absorb in your gut, and other health benefits, according to a dietitian.