Tag: Healthy Food

We all know that one woman—the one who either already loves all things health and fitness OR who is just starting to dabble in the wellness world. Maybe she’s always crushing it on the Peloton leaderboard or hitting a new PR in the gym. Maybe she’s just getting into healthy cooking and exercising. Regardless of her preferences, she’s about that healthy lifestyle—and so she deserves a gift that reflects that. Whether you’re shopping for your mom, sister, wife, or friend, we polled MyFitnessPal staffers on their favorite gifts for health…

Switch up taco night with these 4-ingredient slow cooker ranch tacos! The chicken shreds perfectly and is packed with flavor. Dinner has never been easier! Ranch seasoning powder is the secret weapon in so many delicious recipes! It adds the best flavor in recipes like this Mississippi pork roast, my poolside dip, or these yummy chicken bacon ranch pinwheels. Ranch Chicken Tacos I love ranch AND I love tacos! Put the two together and I’m in heaven! These are so easy to make with only 4 ingredients. Groceries can be…

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,…