Protein, protein and more protein: This seems to be the latest health and wellness trend on social media. And some TikTok creators have found what they consider the next best way to implement more protein into people’s diets. TikTokers are taking cottage cheese and baking it in the oven. Hundreds of videos pop up when searching for “baked cottage cheese” …
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Guacamole vs. hummus: Is one 'better' for you than the other?
People love their guac and hummus. Guacamole delights with chunky pieces of rich avocado balanced by zingy lime, pungent garlic and a smooth consistency often studded with tomatoes, red onion and cilantro. Hummus, meanwhile — with its creamy texture and blend of chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice and spices — stands out for its earthy flavor. GREEK YOGURT VS. REGULAR YOGURT: …
Read More »Fish oil supplements linked to greater first-time heart attack risk in study: ‘Not universally good or bad'
Taking fish oil supplements could raise the risk of heart attack and stroke, a new study suggests. Among healthy people, regular use of fish oil was found to make them more susceptible to developing heart disease and stroke for the first time, the study found. Among those who had existing heart disease, however, fish oil consumption was shown to slow …
Read More »Three women — ages 41, 55 and 64 — share their secrets to better health and longevity
For an increasing number of women over 40, age really is just a number. It may not be possible to stop the passage of time — but certain healthy habits can help slow down biological age, experts say. “As we age, our abilities to perform certain physical and cognitive tasks decline, while our risks for disease and ultimately death increase,” …
Read More »Greek yogurt vs. regular yogurt: Is one 'better' for you than the other?
Are you team Greek yogurt — or is regular yogurt what you reach for most of the time? Either way, you may be curious as to which dairy food offers better nutritional value. “Yogurt has become a part of many people’s morning routines. While both Greek and regular yogurt can be healthy additions to the diet, their nutritional content varies,” …
Read More »Feeling hungrier than usual? Your sleep schedule could be the culprit, an expert says
If you’ve been feeling hungrier than usual, it could be due to your sleeping habits. Human hunger is tied to circadian rhythm, according to experts, which means not sleeping enough can cause a greater appetite. Dr. Christopher Rhodes, a nutritional biologist in California, explained in a conversation with Fox News Digital that a body deprived of sleep “seeks out energy …
Read More »Your best food and drink choices at the airport, according to dietitians and nutritionists
If you’re traveling this spring and summer and want to stick to your healthy eating goals, it can sometimes be a challenge — especially if you’re flying to your destination. A common question to registered dieticians is, “What should I eat when at the airport?” Fox News Digital reached out to experts who shared picks and preferences. Here’s what to …
Read More »Common cooking ingredient could reduce dementia mortality risk, study suggests
Infusing more olive oil into your diet could pay big dividends for cognitive health and longevity, a new study suggests. Researchers from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and other universities analyzed population health data for more than 92,000 adults over a 28-year period. The participants’ average age was 56 and none of them had heart disease or …
Read More »Eating yogurt could help prevent one common disease, according to the FDA
Can incorporating yogurt into your diet keep diabetes at bay? The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has implied that it’s possible. The health agency announced in March that it will not object to a claim from Danone North America — maker of Dannon and other popular yogurt brands — that regularly eating yogurt could reduce the risk of type …
Read More »8 important health stories to know about in case you missed them
Fox News Digital publishes a range of health and wellness pieces all week long to keep you in the know. Health coverage includes articles on new medications, mental health challenges, groundbreaking resources, personal medical stories and more. In case you missed them as the weekend winds down and you gear up for a week ahead, here are few of our …
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