protein

by Arielle Weg Whether you regularly partake in meatless Monday, live a flexitarian lifestyle, or ditched meat years ago, you’ve probably struggled with getting enough protein in your diet. But what’s the big deal with protein anyway? A couple of things, actually. For one, protein is essential...

by The Editors of What's Good If you’re looking to get fit, lose weight, or build muscle, you know that progress is made in the kitchen as much as in the gym. So you buy yourself a big ol’ tub of protein powder to fuel your muscles—but when, exactly, do you slug the stuff down? To make sure...

by Arielle Weg Many of us grew up thinking cholesterol = bad. Eat a lot of cholesterol, end up with high cholesterol, right? Well, that might not be the case. The United States Department of Agriculture’s dietary guidelines once capped daily cholesterol consumption at 300 milligrams, but dropped...

by Maressa Brown When you think “sushi’ you probably also think “healthy,” right? With its fresh fish, cucumber, seaweed, and occasional avocado, it sure seems that way. But the fact is that many items on a sushi menu might be considered rather indulgent. From the tempura to the white rice...

by Lauren Del Turco, CPT We all know our whey protein is made from milk. But how, exactly, does that milk eventually become our favorite birthday cake-flavored powder? Here’s how it usually works: Cow’s milk is heated or treated with acid—a.k.a. the cheese-making process—which separates its...

by Gabrielle Kassel, CF-L1 We’ve all experienced one (or both) of the following workout struggles. The first: Feeling totally wiped halfway into your routine after skipping out on a pre-workout snack. The second: Fighting off stomach gurgles and cramps while you sweat because you ate something...

by Colleen de Bellefonds We all want to have the most efficient, zippy metabolism possible. More calories burned every day? Yes, please! Formally known as your basal metabolic rate (BMR), your metabolism is a measure of exactly how much energy (i.e., calories) your body requires in a day to...

by Kelsey Butler You may not be able to jet off to Italy or the Spanish coast whenever your heart desires, but that doesn’t mean you can’t eat like you’re in the Mediterranean every day. In fact, nailing the region’s style of eating doesn’t require any travel at all. You just have to make sure...

by Bonnie Taub-Dix, R.D.N. As much as we may love them, carbs get a bad rap. And that’s probably because they’re a little confusing. Carbs are our body’s primary energy source, and whole-food sources of carbs (like whole grains, fruit, veggies, yogurt, and legumes) also provide a variety of...

by Kelsey Butler The thought of cooking a full dinner after a day at work is…less than appealing. But there’s a simple solution to your dilemma—and it doesn’t involve the drive-thru. Whip up a quick one-pan meal and you can have a nutritious dinner ready in a flash, without all of the...

by Bonnie Taub-Dix, R.D.N. When we’re I-could-eat-a-horse hungry, it’s pretty easy for healthy eating to go out the window. At this point, vending machine chocolate bars practically wink at you. To prevent these sorts of tempting moments from taking over, the smartest plan of action is to eat...

If you already saturate your diet with chicken, beef, and salmon, you’re off to a good start when it comes to getting the best protein you need to get a little more buff. And if you toss some beans into the mix for a hit of plant-based protein, that’s an added bonus. But just as you shouldn’t...

by Bonnie Taub-Dix, R.D.N. Just about everyone has dietary restrictions these days—in fact, many people cut out entire food groups, like dairy. Whether you have a milk allergy, are lactose intolerant, or just aren’t a fan, it’s important to be aware that ditching dairy may mean potentially...

by Lauren Del Turco, CPT Of the three macronutrients that make up our diet (carbs, protein, and fats), protein often gets all the glory. And, yeah, it’s pretty magical. Protein is a part of all cell structures (like our organs and muscles), and it helps us build enzymes and hormones, support our...

by Isadora Baum Some nights you just really need a comforting, hearty bowl of pasta. We’re talking about that good sauce, fresh basil, and a hefty grating of Parmesan. But when you’re cutting back on carbs or watching your weight, those heavenly noodles can really add up. A two-ounce serving of...

by Bonnie Taub-Dix, R.D.N. We talk about calories a lot. So much so that new food labels will highlight calories in a big, bold font. But as much as we obsess over them, calories don’t always tell the full story of a food. Beyond calories, we need a variety of nutrients to keep our bodies and...

by Isadora Baum If your go-to grub includes oatmeal for breakfast and sushi rolls for dinner, you’re certainly not alone. Carbs are a beloved (and important!) part of our daily meals, but if we don’t eat the right carbs, we can load up on calories without getting the filling fiber and nutrients...

by Micaela Young, M.S., C.P.T. Let’s face it: Eating healthy all the time can be tough. Nearly half of Americans fall short on the daily recommended amounts of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains put forth by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. On top of that, many of us regularly chow down...

by Kelsey Butler When it comes to protein, we tend to think of animal products like meat, dairy, and eggs as the best of the best, but a recent study suggests that plant-based protein sources deserve more credit than they usually get. Published in the Journal of the International Society of...

by Isadora Baum When you think breakfast, you probably picture carbs (mmm, pancakes). If you’re following a high-fat, virtually carb-free keto diet, though, you’ve got to reevaluate your morning meal. What A Healthy Keto Breakfast Looks Like “When following the keto diet, you want to kick start...