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3 min readWalking has emerged over the past few years as a heart-healthy habit most people can adopt. But given how it can be hard to find any time for regular movement, it’s understandable to want to maximize the time you spend walking. With that, it’s fair to consider the debate of the morning walk vs. evening walk: Which is better for heart health?As you can probably guess, any walking is better than none when it comes to your heart health. “Walking is one of the simplest and most accessible ways to strengthen the cardiovascular system,” says Sergiu Darabant, M.D.,…

4 min readTwo little bowls sit in my kitchen most afternoons: one filled with almonds, the other with pistachios. Both are crunchy, satisfying, and genuinely nutritious. But as a dietitian, I get asked one question all the time by people who are trying to make smarter choices with their snacks. Almonds vs. pistachios: which is better for heart health?As a registered dietitian, I love this question, because the answer isn’t as simple as picking a “superfood” winner. Both healthy nuts have earned their heart-healthy reputation, and the research backing them is strong. But when you line them up across the…

5 min readIf your fingers are feeling painful and stiff throughout the day, you may have osteoarthritis of the hands. Though common—it occurs by age 85 in about half of all women and one-quarter of men—this condition can be painful and make it difficult to do certain things with your hands.“Osteoarthritis is a form of arthritis that is related to trauma to the joints, or overuse or repetitive activity to joints,” says Tamika Henry, M.D., M.B.A., a board-certified family physician and founder of Unlimited Health Institute. “Think ‘wear-and-tear’ of the joints.”Inflammation can cause the protective cartilage to wear away over…

2 min readMost of us have coughed a little after we’ve eaten because of allergies, reflux, or simply having chowed down too quickly. But having a big “Achoo!” moment after you finish a meal seems more mysterious. Actually, this phenomenon is so common that there’s a name for it: “snatiation.”Why the Nose May Explode After EatingSnatiation (a mash-up of “sneeze” and “satiation”) was coined to describe post-meal sneezing, “particularly after consuming a large meal,” explains Arturo Bravo, M.D., a gastroenterologist with Houston Methodist Willowbrook and Cypress hospitals.The exact reason you sneeze is unknown, but some theorize that it’s linked to…

2 min readWhile it’s completely normal for your blood sugar levels to rise after eating, there are certain people who need to eat to avoid large increases in their blood sugar levels. And whether you have diabetes, prediabetes, or have been advised to start watching your blood sugar, knowing the number-one food to avoid if you have high blood sugar can help you keep your glucose levels in check.Meet the experts: Juliana Vocca, M.S., R.D., a registered dietitian and owner of Prime Women Nutrition in Moorestown, NJ; Amna Haq, M.S., R.D., L.D.N., a registered dietitian and owner of the Inclusive…

4 min readDespite what many people like to think, depression does not present in just one way. In fact, there are a slew of surprising symptoms of depression that are often attributed to other conditions or not typically linked to this particular mental illness.Meet the experts: Richard Kravitz, M.D., M.S.P.H., a professor of internal medicine at the University of California, Davis; Simon Rego, Psy.D., a professor of clinical psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and director of psychology training at Montefiore Medical Center.“Depression doesn’t always look like debilitating sadness,” said Richard Kravitz, M.D., M.S.P.H., a professor…

4 min readWhen you’re at the grocery store, it can be tempting to bypass the bread aisle altogether and go straight to the specialty breads under the assumption that they are the healthiest options. But if it’s sourdough vs. gluten-free bread, for instance, two picks that are typically found outside of the bread aisle, is one better for you than the other?Meet the experts: Amna Haq, M.S., R.D., L.D.N., a registered dietitian and owner of the Inclusive Dietitian in Chicago; Stephanie Crabtree, M.S., R.D., a registered dietitian based in Sarasota, FL.Here, dietitians explain what you should know about sourdough and…

5 min readOther than a fresh mango sprinkled with Tajín bought from a New York City street vendor, a plump red grape may be my single most favorite fruit. After all, they come in bite-size portions (no knife or peeler needed!), they always taste ripe and sweet, and they make a perfect accompaniment to almost any snack (I won’t eat a slice of cheese off a charcuterie board without a half of a grape sitting on top like a little hat).I typically eat grapes about three times a week, but when I read about the surprising health benefits of grapes,…

3 min readChronic pain is startlingly common—according to a 2023 study from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), 21% of American adults live with it—and yet, it remains notoriously difficult to treat. So it’s particularly welcome news that scientists have found that some who struggle with chronic pain may find relief with melatonin, a popular, safe, and affordable supplement marketed as a sleep aid.The study, published in Pain, was a systematic review and meta-analysis of 23 randomized controlled trials, which enrolled a total of over 2,000 participants with either chronic or post-surgical musculoskeletal pain. Researchers compared participants given a daily…

2 min readThe FDA announced the recall of fruit pouches sold at Kroger, Meijer, and Target.The affected pouches have a packaging defect that may result in the presence of plastic strands inside the product.Here’s how to tell if you have affected products—and what to do with them.Fruit puree pouches have become a popular kids’ snack, thanks to their nutritional value and convenience. However, if you’re the type to keep these pouches handy, you might want to check your pantry.The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has shared a recall alert for Pumpkin Tree Peter Rabbit Organics Banana & Strawberry pouches. Affected…