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The 4 Best Whey Protein Powders On the Market
We've evaluated the best whey protein powders and have narrowed it down to five contenders. Pick the one that best fits your needs and budget.
June 7, 2023
Overnight Oats Recipe: 3 Ways
There’s nothing like waking up to breakfast in the morning. Here are 3 fun ways to dress up your overnight oats.
June 7, 2023
The 6 Best Tasting Protein Powders On the Market
We've evaluated the best tasting protein powders and have narrowed it down to six contenders. Pick the one that best fits your needs and budget.
June 6, 2023
Homemade Broccoli Tots
Broccoli tots are a quick and easy snack; they’re also perfect for toddlers!
June 2, 2023
The 5 Best Melatonin Gummies On the Market Today
We've evaluated the best melatonin gummies and have narrowed it down to five contenders. Pick the one that best fits your needs and budget.
June 2, 2023
SmartyPants Vitamins Review
In our SmartyPants Vitamins review, we took a critical look at the quality and price of their gummy vitamins and much more, arriving at a grade of...
May 31, 2023
Healthy Rice Cake Recipe
5 ways to transform simple, plain rice cakes into nutrient-packed, filling, and tasty snacks!
May 31, 2023
The Worst Best Medicine: Alcohol and Pain
Paradoxically, the thing that made uncle Jeff decide to go sledding off the roof is the same thing that will ease the pain of a fractured tailbone.
May 31, 2023
Here’s How Alcohol Affects Your Health
Sorry to be a Buzz Killington, but someone’s gotta say it.
May 31, 2023
Best Protein Powder: 6 Choices for 2024
We've evaluated the best protein powder and have narrowed it down to six contenders. Pick the one that best fits your needs and budget.
May 30, 2023
Harmless Harvest Review
In our Harmless Harvest review, we took a critical look at the quality and price of their coconut water and much more, arriving at a grade of...
May 30, 2023
Vegan Pot Pie
This vegan pot pie is a spin on an American classic using store-bought dough and frozen veggies for ease and convenience!
May 26, 2023
The Republic of Tea Review
In our Republic of Tea review, we took a critical look at the quality and price of their teas and much more, arriving at a grade of...
May 26, 2023
Best Olive Oil: 8 Choices for Every Reason You Use Olive Oil
Although olive oil has only become a staple ingredient in American kitchens since around the 1990s, people in the Mediterranean regions have been using olive oil for thousands of years. With ancient uses ranging from culinary and cosmetic to medicinal and monetary—it was used for bartering and currency back in the day—it’s no wonder that olive oil’s nickname is “liquid gold.”
May 24, 2023
Frozen Yogurt Chocolate Raspberry Bites
What are frozen yogurt chocolate raspberry bites? A healthy and quick, sweet treat that has no sugar added!
May 23, 2023
The 7 Best Coconut Waters to Keep You Hydrated in 2024
As summer looms closer and closer (and sweatiness levels grow higher and higher), many people are in search of hydrating and refreshing drinks to quench their thirst and replenish lost electrolytes—and coconut water fits the bill. But not all coconut water is created equal—some are loaded with sugar, while others don’t contain the real deal, making it difficult to pick out the best one from the grocery store shelf.
May 20, 2023
Watermelon Feta Salad (Ready in 10 Minutes!)
Watermelon feta salad is a bright, sweet, and tangy recipe perfect for warm weather.
May 19, 2023
The 6 Best Melatonin Supplements for Sleep Support
Discover the 6 best melatonin supplements for better sleep. Compare top-rated options vetted by our experts for quality, effectiveness, and value.
May 18, 2023
Toddler Friendly Apple and Banana Pancakes
If you like to eat, eat, eat apples and bananas, then you’ll love, love, love this recipe! It’s made with whole ingredients and comes together in about 25 minutes (clean up not included).
May 12, 2023
The 7 Best Protein Powders for Women
While many protein powders on the shelves are marketed towards men, women are in need of the muscle-building macronutrient, too. In addition to boosting muscle mass, protein is critical for increasing satiety, maintaining a healthy body weight, and supporting immunity.
May 12, 2023
Our Top Six Healthy Energy Drinks: Organic, Caffeine-Free, and More
Healthy… energy drinks? Bit of an oxymoron, innit? If we were to restrict ourselves to the early 2000s paradigm of energy drink craziness, then it certainly would be. But we’ve come a long way since the heyday of artificially flavored, preservative-laden sugar and caffeine bombs.
May 11, 2023
Cottage Cheese Ice Cream
A viral ice cream trend (for good reason) made up of blended cottage cheese! You have to try it to believe it. Creamy, protein-packed, and low sugar!
May 8, 2023
Oilogic Review: Safe Remedies for Baby
In our Oilogic review, we take a deep dive into everything from sourcing and products to customer service, arriving at a rating of...
May 8, 2023
Pickled Red Onions (Quick and Easy Recipe)
Our quick and easy pickled red onions are a quick and simple way to elevate a savory dish. Add to tacos, salads, and more with this bright, acidic topping.
May 5, 2023
BAR-U-EAT Review
In our BAR-U-EAT review, we’ll unveil all the juicy (er, chewy?) details we learned after meeting with one of the founders and conducting our own investigation, leading to an overall rating of..
May 4, 2023
Healthy Chocolate Cake
A gluten-free, low-fat, refined sugar-free, but still decadent healthy chocolate cake for all of your chocolate needs!
May 2, 2023
Shredded BBQ Tofu
https://youtube.com/shorts/satoEStmbDw It seems like no matter who you talk to, everyone has an opinion on tofu (and most aren’t great). Tofu has a reputation for being soggy, flavorless, and boring. This shredded BBQ tofu elevates an otherwise bland ingredient to a delicious, protein-packed main dish! One of the great things about tofu is that it…
April 28, 2023
Cortisol Confusion: Why Some TikTokers Ditch Weights for Pilates
Don’t get us wrong—pilates is a pretty sweet form of exercise. It’s basically yoga with no chill, adding more rigorous (but usually weight-free) strength training to the postural, core stability, flexibility, and breathwork emphases of yoga.
April 28, 2023
Get Fit to Change Your Gut Microbiome? (And Vice Versa)
Recent research shows that exercise enhances the number of beneficial gut microbes and enriches bacterial diversity.
April 28, 2023
Orgain Organic Protein Review
In our Orgain organic protein review, we critically evaluated the brand and their broad range of protein products, and we've arrived at a grade of...
April 25, 2023
Homemade Healthy Nutella
Our healthy homemade Nutella is a healthier spin on an age-old favorite! This yummy hazelnut-chocolate spread recipe is so easy to make, you may just stop buying the store-bought altogether.
April 24, 2023
Tuna Salad Cucumber Boats (Ready in 10 Minutes)
Our tuna salad cucumber boats are a low-carb lunch or snack option that can be made in just 10 minutes!
April 21, 2023
Proper Wild Review: A Truly Clean Energy Drink?
In our Proper Wild review, we the brand and their various energy drinks, and we've arrived at a grade of...
April 20, 2023
Turmeric Tahini Granola
Our Turmeric Tahini Granola is a crunchy granola with an anti-inflammatory boost!
April 19, 2023
VegOut Organics at Expo West 2023
Leveraging the research-supported skincare benefits of hemp, Veg Out Organics offers a 9-step skincare routine in the form of a plant-based topical product line.
April 19, 2023
Expo West 2023 Standout Brand: Ritual Zero Proof
Eager to see if they’ve concocted any new NA spirits since our last encounter at Expo East, we were happy to sip samples while Ritual Zero Proof Retail Marketing Manager Bri Makaric filled us in.
April 18, 2023
Neuro Review: Nootropic Gum?
In our Neuro review, we critically evaluated the brand and their nootropic gum and mints, and we've arrived at a grade of...
April 18, 2023
Piña Colada Smoothie
Our Pina Colada Smoothie is a creamy, high protein smoothie that will make you feel like you’re on vacation!
April 17, 2023
8 Best Collagen Supplements for Sagging Skin
These are the 8 best collagen supplements that can help revitalize your skin and return your youthful glow.
April 17, 2023
Parmesan Zucchini Fries with Lemon
This parmesan zucchini with lemon is a simple, vegetarian side dish with a lot of flavor!
April 14, 2023
Homemade Walnut Butter Recipe
This homemade walnut butter has a different depth of flavor than peanut and almond. It pairs well with jelly on toast, yogurt, or with a spoon.
April 12, 2023
Ashwagandha for Weight Loss: 6 Ways it Can Help
In recent years, people have looked to ashwagandha for weight loss—but can it really work?
April 11, 2023
Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Cake Snack
These chocolate peanut butter rice cakes are a quick, salty and sweet snack, perfect for when you’re on the go.
April 10, 2023
Best Vegan Butter of 2024
Check out the top six vegan butter options on the market today, including the best vegan butter for baking, spreading, whipping, and more.
April 9, 2023
5 Corn Syrup Substitutes
What exactly makes a good corn syrup substitute, and why is this stuff to be avoided in the first place?
April 8, 2023
Almond Butter Stuffed Dates
These Almond Butter Stuffed Dates are easy to make, require no baking, and are a sweet treat to store in your refrigerator all week long.
April 7, 2023
4 Natural Fat Burners that Work Fast
All-natural fat burners just may make the difference between a metabolic stalemate and that long-awaited moment when the numbers start going down.
April 6, 2023
No-Bake Vegan Turtle Brownies
These no-bake vegan turtle brownies are a no added sugar chocolate-y dessert!
April 5, 2023
Banana Oatmeal Cookies (Easy and Fast!)
These banana oatmeal cookies are a dessert that can pass for breakfast. Enough said! A perfect use for the ripe bananas sitting on your countertop.
April 4, 2023
Serrapeptase: Benefits, Dosage, and Side Effects
The benefits of serrapeptase, which range from pain relief to clearing mucus, have made this enzyme a viable dietary supplement.
April 3, 2023
Apple “Nachos” (Ready in 10 minutes)
Apple Nachos are a low-sugar, quick dessert when you need a sweet bite. We encourage customizing your toppings to suit your taste!
March 31, 2023
Free Range Chicken
Learn about what defines free-range chicken, the benefits and downsides of free-range chicken, and what type of chicken might be a better choice.
March 31, 2023
Health Gimmick of the Month: Potatoes > Antibiotics
This TikTok trend proposes a solution to strep throat that we all apparently missed: potatoes.
March 31, 2023
Burdock Root Benefits and Side Effects
It may look like a simple weed from the ground up, but a firm yank on the green stalks of burdock root (check for burrs first!) reveals a surprise.
March 30, 2023
Expo West 2023 Standout Brand: ROWDY
Taking advantage of a high-fiber, natural sugar alternative called yacon root to stand in for sugar, Rowdy Bars offer a low-glycemic prebiotic bar that does what others can’t.
March 30, 2023
Expo West 2023 Standout Brand: Brainiac Foods
Taking a pragmatic approach to the daily nutritional needs of babies, toddlers, and adults, Brainiac is targeting key nutrients that most of us just aren’t getting—lutein, DHA, omega-3s, and more.
March 30, 2023
Expo West 2023 Standout Brand: Bonafide Provisions
Bonafide Provisions is one of the only bone broths you’ll find in the freezer, as freezing right after they make the broth in small batches helps retain the broth’s nutrients.
March 30, 2023
Date & Pistachio Crusted Salmon
If you're craving a sweet and salty salmon entree, then you're going to love our Date & Pistachio Crusted Salmon recipe!
March 29, 2023
Bovine Collagen: Benefits, Types, and Side Effects
Bovine collagen is one of the most abundant forms of collagen, providing four primary benefits in multiple forms with few side effects.
March 29, 2023
Expo West 2023 Standout Brand: More Labs
If you’ve ever had one (or three) too many during a fun night out, you know that the next day is not so fun—but that’s something More Labs aims to help.
March 29, 2023
L-Lysine Benefits: From Anxiety to Muscle Growth
L-lysine helps build proteins, but research is continuing to uncover and confirm more benefits, including anxiety management and inflammation control.
March 28, 2023
Dark Chocolate Coconut Bites
These dark chocolate coconut bites are our healthy spin on a mounds bar! They store well in the refrigerator (but won't be there long) and are easy to make.
March 27, 2023
Maitake Mushroom: Benefits, Risks, & Nutrition
Get the most out of maitake mushroom as a supplement or a cooking ingredient with this guide.
March 25, 2023
Easy Roasted Cauliflower (With Tahini Dressing)
Roasted cauliflower with an herbed tahini dressing makes for the perfect side dish. This recipe pairs well with your protein of choice and has a middle eastern flare.
March 24, 2023
Masago: Generic Caviar or Worthy Replacement?
What is masago exactly, how does it differ from “standard” caviar, and is it decently nutritious or not so much?
March 23, 2023
Naked Nutrition Review: The Purest Protein?
In our Naked Nutrition review, we critically evaluated the brand and their broad range of protein products, and we've arrived at a grade of...
March 23, 2023
Breakfast Smoothie (Ready in 5 Minutes!)
A quick and easy breakfast smoothie to throw together for rushed mornings. Customize it to suit what you have on hand and your personal preferences!
March 22, 2023
BCAA Benefits: Muscle Growth and Beyond
There is evidence that BCAAs benefit muscle mass and recovery—and there are some BCAA benefits that go beyond the gym.
March 21, 2023
How To Hydrate Fast
No matter why you need to learn how to hydrate fast, there’s a right and a wrong way to hydrate quickly and effectively.
March 20, 2023
Hummus (Fast and Easy!)
Hummus is a middle eastern dip made from blended garbanzo beans (also known as chickpeas), tahini, and a few other simple ingredients.
March 20, 2023
Magnesium Citrate Benefits: 4 Vital Functions
While magnesium as a whole is needed for many bodily functions, magnesium citrate specifically is needed for digestive health—especially with relieving constipation.
March 18, 2023
8 Quick and Easy Heavy Cream Substitutes
If you’re short on stock or abstaining from heavy cream, these heavy cream substitutes may surprise you with their practical deliciousness.
March 18, 2023
Magnesium Stearate: Are We Sure It’s Safe?
If you’ve ever taken dietary supplements, you’ve likely consumed magnesium stearate—a common ingredient used in capsules, powders, and many food products.
March 17, 2023
Veggie Pasta Bake
This one pan veggie pasta dish is packed with vegetables and protein. Minimal dishes and easy to prep! This is a great option for on-the-go home cooks.
March 17, 2023
Natural Muscle Relaxers
Natural muscle relaxers can alleviate the pain associated with tight muscles consistently and effectively when used correctly.
March 16, 2023
Turkesterone: Muscle Hack or Snake Oil?
Coasting to prominence on the hype-filled train that is fitness supplement marketing, the popularizing of turkesterone is playing out ever-so predictably.
March 15, 2023
Southwestern Egg Hash (Easy and Filling)
This Southwestern Egg Hash is a one-pan lunch or dinner packed with vegetables and protein. We use jalapeno, black beans, cilantro, and corn for a southwestern flare.
March 15, 2023
10 Trends from Expo West 2023
Our team pinpointed quite a few up-and-coming trends at the Expo West 2023, from edible caffeine and eco-focused initiatives to herbal coffee and healthier options for alcohol, pasta, baby food, and more.
March 14, 2023
8 Natural Appetite Suppressants That Work
Not all natural appetite suppressants are created equal—so here are 8 that actually work.
March 14, 2023
WATCH: Expo West 2023 Recap (Part 1)
See the best and most delicious products we found at Expo West 2023 for yourself.
March 9, 2023
Why Every Weightlifter Needs Vitamin D
It’s that time of year when we find ourselves echoing that fateful warning forever crystallized by Game of Thrones: Winter is coming.
March 8, 2023
Peanut Butter Oatmeal Balls
Peanut butter oatmeal balls are a fun and easy on-the-go snack made with oats, peanut butter, honey, cinnamon, vanilla, and chocolate chips.
March 8, 2023
Natural Laxatives for Even the Worst Constipation
Given the number of research-supported natural laxatives known to nutrition scientists today, there’s no reason to “pharmaceuticalize” your approach to constipation relief.
March 7, 2023
Zucchini Boats
Zucchini boats are a healthy main dish made from stuffing scooped out zucchinis with delicious buffalo chicken filling and topped with a ranch dressing.
March 6, 2023
Sea Moss: Benefits & How To Eat It
Sea moss has started trending in the United States—and we can probably thank Kim Kardashian for that.
March 5, 2023
Belly Fat Burner: 4 Simple & Effective Supplements
Although you can’t target belly fat alone, it’s possible that certain belly fat burner supplements could support overall body fat loss.
March 4, 2023
Yogurt Bark (Easy, 5-Minute Recipe)
Yogurt bark is one of our favorite snacks because not only is it sweet and fun it's also full of nutrients, like healthy fat and protein!
March 3, 2023
The 6 Best Electrolyte Drinks Of 2024
We've evaluated the best electrolyte drinks and have narrowed it down to six contenders. Pick the one that best fits your needs and budget.
March 1, 2023
15 High Protein Snacks to Gain Muscle & Feel Full
We’ve got 15 of the best high protein snacks to help you gain muscle and feel full, including vegan and vegetarian, portable, or homemade options.
March 1, 2023
Chopped Lemon Veggie Salad
The key to this chopped lemon veggie salad is a fine dice and chop, lots of lemon, and herbs.
March 1, 2023
Health Gimmick of the Month: Toning Shoes
Toning shoes have made it way farther into the mainstream than they ever should have.
February 28, 2023
Mushrooms on the Mind: Can Lion’s Mane Mushroom Magnify Memory?
While many common grocery store mushrooms certainly have some nutritional advantages, the real power lies with medicinal mushrooms (like lion's mane).
February 28, 2023
Butterfly Pea Flower: Benefits & How to Use
Known for its deep blue-purple color, butterfly pea flower is a commonly used ingredient in cocktails, teas, and beauty products.
February 27, 2023
Healthy Chocolate Coffee Smoothie (Just 5 Minutes to Make!)
We’re always looking for a new breakfast to add into our rotation and this healthy chocolate coffee smoothie is our new star player!
February 27, 2023
How to Cook Jasmine Rice (Fluffy and Ready in Minutes)
Our step-by-step method on how to cook jasmine rice is a fool-proof way to get delicious, fluffy jasmine rice every time.
February 24, 2023
Broccoli Crunch Salad
Our broccoli crunch salad is an incredible side dish that will likely be gone within minutes of making it… it’s that good!
February 23, 2023
Blueberry Pancake Recipe
This blueberry pancake recipe is great for batch breakfasts. This recipe is toddler friendly and can be made ahead of time (you’re welcome, busy parents).
February 22, 2023