If you’re considering a drink-free lifestyle, Dry January is a great place to start. The health benefits of the challenge (which involves going alcohol-free for the first month of the year) abound. In fact, the U.S. Surgeon General recently issued an advisory on the causal link between alcohol and increased cancer risk, making Dry January…
These high-protein lunch ideas will keep you going until it’s time for dinner. From vegetarian recipes that use plant-based protein (think hummus, cheese, beans and other high-protein vegetables) to recipes with meat (including steak, chicken and fish — tinned tuna included!), these lunch recipes are easy to transport and meal prep, so you can have…
1 Bloody Mary Dip C.W. Newell Yes, this party dip is inspired by the brunch cocktail! The vodka is optional but it’s still got that tangy flavor everyone loves. Serve with crackers and assorted pickled vegetables. Get the Bloody Mary Dip recipe. SHOP DIP BOWLS 2 Bear Claw Pastry C.W. Newell If you’re hosting anyone…
The new year often ushers in a sense of renewal — whether it’s the promise of a fresh start or the motivation to embrace new goals. Unsurprisingly, New Year’s resolutions revolving around diet and exercise consistently rank among the most popular. However, research shows that only 9% of Americans manage to stick with these resolutions…
We got the brain trust together – our team of food and nutrition experts in the Good Housekeeping Institute ranging from registered dietitians to chefs and health editors – to compile our predictions for what trends will make it big in 2025. Not only do we keep up with the latest research, but we also…
In my thirties, I prided myself on staying fit and healthy. I regularly followed the Body Coach’s 90-day plan, I was a devoted fan of HIIT and strength workouts, and I believed in a balanced approach to nutrition. My approach to health and fitness seemed to work well for me – and helped carry me…
Exercise has been associated with many health benefits, including improving memory and cognition. New research suggests that everyday activities, like walking your dog and playing with your kids, can have an immediate benefit for brain health. Try to break up sedentary activity with little bursts of everyday movement to reap the benefits. We know that…
Feeling full can be tricky when you’re focused on weight loss, but it’s possible. Volume eating is a dietary strategy that zeroes in on having larger amounts of low-calorie foods. The concept is that it will help to fill you up without adding too many calories. Meet the experts: Scott Keatley, R.D., is co-owner of…
With 2025 approaching, you might be thinking about your New Year’s resolutions. Many of these goals relate to health and fitness, including weight management. If you’d like to lose weight safely, the best diet for weight loss may help you reach your goals. “There are several reasons someone may begin a specific diet (eating pattern)…
New government figures have been released on our ‘healthspan’ in England and Wales – and it’s not good news. The average healthy life expectance has fallen by nearly two years for women, meaning we are now expected to spend an average of 61.9 years in “good” general health in England; and 59.6 years in Wales…