Category: Food

Life gets busy, so it’s normal to rely on takeout or fast food now and then when you’re in a pinch. Even so, you might worry about how these foods fit your nutritional goals.  Here comes Subway to the rescue with its menu of subs and salads! To make things easy, we’ve highlighted seven items that are full of flavor and make for a balanced meal when you’re trying to choose healthier menu options at Subway. How Can I Enjoy Fast Food on a Diet? Balanced, healthy meals are essential…

If you’re on social media, it’s highly likely you’ve heard of seed cycling. According to some naturopaths and wellness gurus, the holistic approach can help balance your hormones, reduce PMS or menopause symptoms, and increase fertility. While there are plenty of TikToks around #seedcycling—and plenty of influencers claiming how well it works—we wanted to get an expert opinion on the matter. So we talked to registered dietitian and MyFitnessPal Scientific Advisor Maya Feller, RD, to find out if there’s any science behind the trend, and whether or not it’s effective…

Women often think about food in the context of weight goals, but the connection between what we eat and how we feel is much more significant. Sleep quality, mood, focus, and energy levels are just as important to women’s health as exercise. And all of these things are impacted by nutrition. In honor of Women’s Health Month, we partnered with MyFitnessPal’s Lead Nutrition Scientist and Registered Dietitian Stephanie Nelson to create a FREE 7-day Eating for Impact Plan. It’s designed to help women fuel their best—so they can feel their best. The plan is…

Bring out the chips and start dipping because this is the most addicting bean dip you will ever have! It’s creamy, cheesy, and loaded with tasty Mexican-inspired flavors. Garnish with toppings, and take this to your next gathering! This appetizer will have you dipping all night long! If you love tasty appetizers, try this easy million dollar dip, my poolside dip, or stick with a classic 7-layer dip. Bean Dip This addicting bean dip will be your go-to staple for every party or gathering! It’s loaded with all your favorite…

In connection with our recent collaboration with TABASCO® Brand, we wanted to ask a registered dietician how hot sauce, and TABASCO® Sauce in particular, compares to other condiments.  Walk down the condiment aisle at any grocery store and there’s a good chance you’ll find a row of hot sauce bottles. Often made with three key ingredients—aged red peppers, salt, and distilled white vinegar—the first hot sauce was allegedly made by the Aztecs in 7000 B.C.! But compared to other condiments, is hot sauce healthy? We asked registered dietitian Katherine Basbaum,…

When people start a weight-loss journey, they often worry that cutting calories will leave them hungry and irritable. And being hangry (aka, hungry and angry) isn’t fun for anyone. But, when you eat the right foods, that doesn’t have to be the case. Enter: fiber. If you’re having trouble achieving your goals, you could find success with high-fiber meals that support weight loss. Can You Lose Weight on a High-Fiber Diet? Yes, it’s possible. “Fiber makes you feel fuller for longer. So, when you optimize your fiber intake, you may…

Monster cookies are slightly crisp on the outside, and soft and chewy in the center. They are loaded with peanut butter, oats, M&M candies, AND chocolate chips! Big monster cookies win every time! Give me ALL the oatmeal in my cookies! I love the added texture it adds. If you’re like me, try these no-bake cookies, our favorite oatmeal fudge bars, or stick with a classic oatmeal cookie recipe. Fold in the mini chocolate chips and mini M&M’s. How to Keep Cookies From Spreading To keep your monster cookies from…