Author: News Room

4 min readPicture this: it’s 3 p.m., your stomach is grumbling, and you’re standing in front of the pantry staring down two familiar bags. One holds fluffy popcorn. The other, a pile of crunchy pretzels. Both feel like the “responsible” choice compared to a candy bar. But if you care about your heart, is one actually the smarter pick? As a registered dietitian, I’m here to settle the popcorn vs. pretzels for heart health debate once and for all.The honest answer is a little more interesting than you might expect. Both snacks have their perks, but when you look closer…

3 min readOver 1.5 million cartons of eggs have been recalled due to potential salmonella contamination, per the FDA.Affected eggs were marketed under multiple brand names and sold at grocery stores in several states.Here’s how to identify products included in the recall, and what to do with them.If you have eggs in your fridge, you may want to check them before cooking up your next omelette. According to a report from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), 1,589,577 cartons of eggs sold in six states have been recalled due to potential salmonella contamination.The affected eggs were produced by Texas farms…

4 min readLast year, after being diagnosed with osteoporosis, my doctor recommended I try wearing a weighted vest during my weekly workouts to improve my bone health. I took this challenge extremely seriously and incorporated Omorpho’s G-Vest into my daily workouts for 60 days. I loved it! A year later, I am still a huge fan because in addition to its bone-strengthening benefits, I always get compliments on its super stylish look (especially compared to other weighted vests).In a couple of months, I will be hitting the big 7-0 (yes, 70 years—a milestone!). And while my weighted vest has improved…

5 min readPotatoes and corn: two of the most popular starches on the American plate, and two of the first foods people give up when their doctor mentions blood sugar. As a registered dietitian, I see it happen all the time. And most of the time, it’s an overcorrection. Both foods can actually work in your favor depending on the type you choose, how you cook them, and what you put on the plate beside them. The science is more reassuring than the reputation.So which is actually better when it comes to blood sugar: potatoes or corn? Here’s what the…

2 min readKey PointsDenise Austin shared a quick and easy treadmill workout you can do in just five minutes.The fitness pro says the results are a “leaner waistline, tighter glutes, and stronger legs.”Here’s how to do the workout at home.Feeling bored with your walking treadmill workouts? Lucky for you, Denise Austin is here to help you shake things up. The fitness pro recently took to Instagram to share an effective treadmill workout you can do in just eight minutes.“TURN your walk into a TONING workout!!… Here is the sequence I am loving right now,” Austin captioned her Instagram video. “The…

5 min readThe footwear game has changed. What used to be a long-term battle between Nike and Adidas has now evolved into something bigger, and people are looking more into function and performance than just style. Two big players in the sneaker market right now include Hoka and On. Both brands boast top-notch comfort, stability, and a cute aesthetic to match, so I decided to compare the brands’ top-performing versatile walking shoes, the Hoka Clifton 11 and the On Cloud 6, to see which one performs better.These popular silhouettes are bestsellers—not just of their respective brands—but in the general footwear…

6 min readIf your stomach growls on cue midmorning and leaves you counting down the minutes until lunch, your breakfast might need a little makeover. “Eating a nourishing breakfast sets your body up with steady energy for the morning, and can actually impact food decisions you make later in the day,” says Sarah Gold Anzlovar, M.S., R.D.N., L.D.N.In fact, people who eat breakfast tend to get more protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals (and fewer added sugars) overall than those who skip breakfast, research shows. You need an array of nutrients to support all-over health and ward off chronic…

6 min readThere are plenty of possible causes for constipation, some to do with your diet and others that are unrelated to what you are eating. But regardless of what’s making you feel backed up, eating the best foods to help constipation can get things moving along.According to Grace Derocha, R.D.N., C.D.C.E.S., M.B.A., a spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, constipation can be caused by a variety of medical conditions, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), hypothyroidism, types of diabetes, and more. It can also be caused by psychological factors like stress and anxiety. But a lack of…

5 min readThere are plenty of so-called superfoods and trendy concoctions that, upon close examination, may not deserve the hype they are getting. But one that definitely does? Chia seeds. The benefits of chia seeds have been confirmed by research and approved by nutrition experts, making them a food that deserves a place in your healthy diet.Meet the experts: Keri Gans, M.S., R.D., a registered dietitian and author of The Small Change Diet; Jackie Newgent, R.D.N., C.D.N., a chef, nutritionist, and author of The Plant-Based Diabetes Cookbook; Melissa Mroz-Planells, D.C.N., R.D.N., national media spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and…

2 min readA nationwide recall is in effect for levothyroxine sodium tablets distributed by Major Pharmaceuticals.Recalled tablets can be identified by the lot numbers and expiration dates listed here.If your medication is affected by the recall, consult your pharmacist or doctor on next steps.If someone in your family takes thyroid medication, you might want to check your medicine cabinet. According to a report from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), a nationwide recall has been initiated for levothyroxine sodium tablets. This commonly prescribed drug is used to treat hypothyroidism and goiter, among other conditions, per Mayo Clinic.The recall is limited…