Reviewed by Dietitian Casey Wing, RD, CD Credit: Getty Images. EatingWell Design. Key Points Green tea is rich in catechins like EGCG, which help reduce inflammation and improve health outcomes. Coffee contains antioxidants like chlorogenic acids, but its anti-inflammatory effects are less studied. Experts favor green tea for its lower caffeine and clearer anti-inflammatory benefits…
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The #1 Protein to Help Reduce Your Risk of Stroke, According to Dietitians
Reviewed by Dietitian Kelly Plowe, M.S., RD Credit: Recipe photo: Morgan Hunt Glaze. EatingWell design. Key Points Salmon is dietitians’ top protein pick for helping to reduce your risk of stroke. Salmon offers heart-protective nutrients like selenium, vitamins B6, B12, folate and potassium. Lifestyle habits like sleep and exercise also play roles in stroke risk….
The Surprising Thing You Should Always Do Before Cooking Bacon, According to an Expert
In my twenties, I briefly considered giving up meat. It seemed doable enough, but there was one food I simply couldn’t imagine replacing: bacon. I tried the meatless versions, but they were inevitably brittle and break-your-teeth crisp—nothing like the way I love bacon best, with just enough chew and rich, rendered fat that practically melts…
I Tried Rotisserie Chicken From 7 Grocery Stores—There’s Only One I’d Buy Again and Again
As someone who cooks for a living (and for joy), even I fall into a dinner rut when it comes to deciding what’s for dinner. When I’m short on inspiration, my favorite move is to pick up rotisserie chicken from the grocery store. It checks all the boxes for a weeknight dinner: It’s quick and…
The Worst Thing You Can Do When Cooking Eggs, According to a Food Safety Expert
In my household, eggs are the meal we turn to when we don’t know what else to make. It doesn’t matter if it’s time for breakfast, lunch, or dinner: A couple of fried eggs or an omelet are the fastest and most delicious path to a meal in minutes. Because we eat so many eggs…
12 30-Minute Fall Desserts
As fall starts to grace us with its presence, quick desserts are one of the easiest ways to bring a little seasonal sweetness to the table without committing to a full afternoon of baking. These 30-minute treats lean into fall flavors like apple, pumpkin, caramel, cinnamon, and pears, but they’re simple enough for weeknights or…
After 10 Years, I’m Giving Running Another Try (This Time, for the Right Reasons)
Reviewed by Dietitian Katey Davidson, M.Sc.FN, RD, CPT Credit: Design elements: Getty Images. EatingWell design. Key Points A lifelong runner shares how chasing thinness led to burnout. After a decade away, running looks very different the second time around. Ten weeks of running brings plenty of challenges, surprises and small wins. In my mid-20s, I…
The Best After-Dinner Drink to Help You Poop, According to Dietitians
Reviewed by Dietitian Madeline Peck, RDN, CDN Credit: Getty Images. EatingWell Design. Key Points Kiwis support regularity with their fiber, enzyme and micronutrient content. An after-dinner smoothie is an easy way to benefit from kiwi’s beneficial properties. Pairing kiwi with other digestion-supportive ingredients in a DIY smoothie is a great way to support regularity. When…
Are Starbucks Protein Drinks Actually Sugar-Free? Here’s What to Know About the New Lawsuit
Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Credit: Design elements: Getty Images. EatingWell design. Key Points Starbucks faces a lawsuit over “sugar-free” protein drinks containing natural sugar from dairy. While the syrups used are sugar-free, the lattes have as much as 21 grams in 20-ounce drink. For lower sugar options, try cold brew, Americanos, or…
Salmon vs. Fish Oil Supplements: Which Is Better for Brain Health?
Reviewed by Dietitian Mandy Enright, M.S., RDN, RYT Credit: Salmon: Ali Redmond. Supplements: Getty Images. EatingWell design. Key Points DHA and EPA are essential omega-3 fats for brain health that need to come from dietary sources. Fatty fish, like salmon, or supplements are two of the most popular ways to get DHA and EPA. Salmon…