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Rice is a carb you should stop avoiding
RICE HAS BEEN around longer than many other foods. And its nutritional impact on humanity has been major—so why do people still think rice is bad for you? “Rice is a grain that is eaten all over the world," says Dana Ellis Hunnes, Ph.D., M.P.H., R.D., senior...
‘I’m a dietitian – here’s why I feed my kids ultra-processed foods’
‘I want my kids to grow up understanding that food is about nourishment and connection, not guilt’
How much muscle you can gain from creatine (according to science)
The science behind how much muscle mass you can expect to gain (and fat you can expect to lose) using the muscle-building supplement
These fully loaded salmon burgers have 58 grams of protein
IF YOU FEEL like you’re too busy to work out, consider Eric Adjepong. The Top Chef alum just opened Elmina, a West African restaurant, in Washington, D.C. His cookbook, Ghana to the World, comes out March 11. And he’s hosting a Food Network show, Wildcard Kitchen, now...
Chicken and broccoli muscle meals have a problem
SPEND ANY AMOUNT of time on the muscle-building corners of social media and you’ll start to wonder, Why do all these people eat the exact same thing? You know the meal I’m talking about: chicken, broccoli, carb. I say “carb” because sometimes that carb is rice,...
How many protein shakes do you need a day? A dietitian has answers.
BY NOW, MOST people understand the importance of protein. Getting in enough from food alone is tough. Luckily, protein shakes have become a safe-haven snack. But, how many should you have in a day? They’re easy to whip up when all you need a quick protein hit after a...
Study finds fasting plus exercise burns fat, preserves muscle
IF YOU HAVEN'T jumped on the fasting bandwagon for fear of losing lean muscle, fear not. A new study from the University of Mississippi shows that when participants paired an eight-hour eating window with regular exercise, they lost more fat – without sacrificing lean...
Doctors explain how long it actually takes to digest food
Many factors affect the timeframe, but here's what you should know
Are blood sugar spikes actually bad for you? We asked an expert
Wearable glucose monitors have become the latest health accessory, but are there benefits to tracking those spikes and dips?
Cutting and bulking explained
The method of weight cycling is one of the most popular hashtags in bodybuilding circles, we take a look why
Exercise scientist reveals his system for ranking muscle-building supplements
Dr. Trexler's five-tier system cuts through the noise, helping you distinguish what’s best for muscle gains and potentially harmful to your health
These healthy fish tacos are easy to make and loaded with protein
Fit chef Dan Churchill shares his go-to recipe
The many health benefits of eating more ginger
It all comes down to a powerful disease-fighting nutrient.
This is how much protein you need to build muscle
Everyone knows we need protein to build muscle, but how much is enough?
Peanut butter is healthy – if you follow this 1 rule
You have to know what to look for
5 healthy recipes you can make in a pizza oven
We recently put the Ooni Koda 2 Max – the god of all pizza ovens – to the test. As it turns out, it can cook much more than just pizza
Can maca powder boost your energy and sex drive? Here’s what you should know
Let's look at the science behind the hype
Intermittent fasting no better than standard diets for longevity: study
Can intermittent fasting diets offer benefits beyond standard calorie restricted diets? New research analyses 30 different trials to weigh up the facts
The 14 best foods for hair growth, according to dietitians
Fighting for luscious locks? Don't overlook your diet