Diet Tips

Grass-fed ghee vs butter — is one better than the other? Ghee is a form of clarified butter that’s been commonly used in Indian and Southeast Asian cooking for thousands of years. It was originally created to be shelf-stable and to not spoil in hot climates. Ghee delivers similar nutrients...

Everyone has fat. Body fat is necessary to cushion and support your organs, build cells and store energy, but too much can be dangerous for your well-being. While the conversation of weight usually targets visible fat, the topic goes deeper than that. There’s another hidden type of fat that can...

Your pantry is a wonderland. It’s the key to nutritious meals that you can rely on, whether you’re strapped for time or trying to limit your trips to the grocery store. The thing is, common lists of pantry staples aren’t always ideal, especially if you follow a keto, paleo, gluten-free...

You’re home. So is your fridge. Whether you’re bored, stressed or working from home, it’s tempting to eat throughout the day when you’re just a few feet away from the kitchen. We spoke with Jacqueline Hale, IFPA Nutrition Specialist and owner of Jackie Yvonne Nutrition, about how to manage your...

Introducing rooibos (pronounced “ROY-boss”), one of the hottest teas to drink right now. An herbal tea from South Africa, rooibos is a delicious, caffeine-free way to upgrade your tea habit. While other teas have an acquired taste, rooibos tea has a sweet, mild flavor profile with notes of honey and...

Contrary to what you’ll see in your Instagram feed, self-care isn’t always about lavish trips to the spa or digging into a pint of ice cream. It’s about behaviors and actions that allow you to pause and free up mental space. You might not associate self-care with your diet, but...

The pegan might have been named for the paleo and vegan diets, but it doesn’t require you to eat like a caveman and banish animal products. The diet is a set of eating habits that Dr. Mark Hyman believes reflect what our bodies need to maintain optimal health. The majority...

No matter what you hope to accomplish with your diet, your macronutrients (fat, carbohydrates and protein) come into play. Macro trackers can help you reach your health goals, whether you’re focused on weight management, trying to gain muscle or just want to better control your hunger. Manually calculating the macros...

Cravings for sweets and carbs are powerful enough to knock even those with willpower of steel off the rails. Whether you’re on a keto diet or just want to cut back on sugar, those cravings can destroy all your progress — and give you a major energy crash. Well, there’s...

A diet isn’t necessarily a way to lose weight. The word “diet” just refers to the way you habitually eat — but for decades, different styles of eating have come and gone (and, in some cases, come back again). What are they all saying, and which one is right for...

If you want to maintain good health, you need protein in your diet. That’s true whether or not you hit the gym: Protein gives you energy, supports cognitive function and provides building blocks for your tissues, cells and organs. But it can be tough to eat enough protein-rich foods, leaving...

Take a stroll down the diet and health section of your local bookstore. You’re going to see a lot of books that claim to hold the secrets to weight loss, anti-aging and living your best life. How are you supposed to know which books will actually help you hit your...

Is canola oil bad for you? Nutritionists and food experts have debated this question since the 1970s, when canola oil began replacing rapeseed oil. But what exactly is canola oil and does it support your health? Here’s what to know about canola oil and some healthier alternatives for your kitchen,...

Year after year, fad diets explode onto the scene with big claims and not a lot of footing. They promise a quick solution to weight management and dramatic results in little to no time. The problem: If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Even though it...

Okay, so you had big plans to eat a squeaky-clean diet and stay active over the holidays. But between the stress of travel, the allure of sweets and the spirit of celebration, you fell off the wagon. It happens. You’re human. The great thing about nutrition is that it’s a...

You’ll see lots of people talking about how stressful the holidays are. That’s true. But this season is also really special. After all, it’s the time of year when people are thinking about gratitude, loved ones and the experiences that make us happy — aka prime Bulletproof values. You shouldn’t have...