August 29, 2019 at 04:30AM by CWC Ever have a flashback to when kale wasn’t cool (#tbt)? Well, there’s a new crew of superfoods about to hit your plates and IG feeds. We teamed up with Ocean Spray to clue you in on the trends. Learn about all six craze-worthy foods here, and keep reading to find out why the benefits of seaweed make it legit. Not to diss your sushi roll of choice, but seaweed is more than just an edible device that holds your takeout order together. The insanely versatile vegetable (okay, technically, marine algae), has moved beyond the delivery container to pop up everywhere. The ingredient was peeped all over the healthy snacks our editors checked out at Natural Products Expo West, which gives a preview of what’s coming down the pipeline—and can now be found in the snack aisle at local New York City bodegas, the shelves of Trader Joe’s, and Amazon’s five-star snack reviews. ad_intervals[‘413261_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘413261_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); So why is something you normally see at the beach suddenly having such a moment in the food sphere? Find out how the good-for-you benefits and buzz are pushing seaweed to the next level below. Keep scrolling for a look at the benefits of seaweed and how you can start snacking on it ASAP. Benefits of seaweed Besides getting stuck to your leg when you’ve been chilling in the ocean for awhile (don’t you hate when that happens?),
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Move over quinoa—Buckwheat is the new it-grain taking over menus everywhere
August 29, 2019 at 04:30AM by CWC Ever have a flashback to when kale wasn’t cool (#tbt)? Well, there’s a new crew of superfoods about to hit your plates and IG feeds. We teamed up with Ocean Spray to clue you in on the trends. Learn about all six craze-worthy foods here, and keep reading to find out why the health benefits of buckwheat earned it a spot. “Overnight buckwheaties” may not sound as catchy as overnight oats, but take this into consideration: Buckwheat is loaded with nutrition benefits, it’s super easy to prepare, and it’s the rising star of the grain-but-not-actually-a-grain world. (It’s technically a seed, or “pseudo-cereal,” like quinoa.) And, like quinoa, the nutty-flavored groats are becoming a go-to healthy buddha bowl base (thanks in part to their knockout protein content) and giving the OG supergrain a run for its money. ad_intervals[‘414685_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘414685_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); Plus, despite its moniker, buckwheat doesn’t actually contain any actual wheat, making it a safe choice for Celiacs or people choosing to follow a gluten-free lifestyle. Here’s why you’ll want to consider scouring the #buckwheat feed on Instagram and adding the superfood to your grocery list. Keep scrolling to discover the health benefits of buckwheat, plus all the ways you can start eating it. Benefits You’re likely to find buckwheat taking one of two forms: Buckwheat groats are the hulled seeds from the plant, while buckwheat flour is ground from the seed hulls. In both forms, it’s anti-inflammatory and high
Wait, you’re not putting cranberries on everything? Here’s why you’re about to see this super fruit everywhere
August 29, 2019 at 04:30AM by CWC Ever have a flashback to when kale wasn’t cool (#tbt)? Well, there’s a new crew of superfoods about to hit your plates and IG feeds. We teamed up with Ocean Spray to clue you in on the trends. Learn about all six craze-worthy foods here, and keep reading to find out why the health benefits of cranberries earned it a spot. Nope, cranberries officially aren’t just for Thanksgiving anymore. If you haven’t heard, the bright berry has been buzzing all year long, and we’re calling it as the superfruit taking over the wellness scene. Besides being so satisfyingly tart (they pair well with both your sweet and salty faves), cranberries have a ton of health-boosting potential—so we asked Eliza Savage, RD at Middleberg Nutrition, and Barbara Mendez, nutritionist and pharmacist, to explain why, exactly, we should be adding them to our plates. ad_intervals[‘413612_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘413612_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); “I like to think of superfoods as a great garnish to any meal,” Savage says. “It’s a great way to increase the flavor and nutritional profile—without a ton of work. Your digestive system will thank you!” Scroll down for the lowdown on all the health benefits of cranberries, plus omg-delish ideas for how to start adding them to your diet. Benefits of cranberries So what makes cranberries so super compared to all the other fruits in the produce aisle? According to Mendez and Savage, their benefits are legit,
Here’s why endive is the paleo hero ingredient you’re about to see everywhere
August 29, 2019 at 04:30AM by CWC Ever have a flashback to when kale wasn’t cool (#tbt)? Well, there’s a new crew of superfoods about to hit your plates and IG feeds. We teamed up with Ocean Spray to clue you in on the trends. Learn about all six craze-worthy foods here, and keep reading to find out why the health benefits of endive earned it a spot. On your quest to get your greens in, it’s easy to default to throwing spinach, kale, or arugula into a bowl and calling it a day. Besides, the taste of your greens-of-choice isn’t always the main showstopper, but more of a vehicle for the real yummy stuff (like that vinaigrette you finally perfected). But a different veggie base is threatening to steal the salad spotlight—and its unique flavor can stand on its own. Enter: Belgian endive—the elegant-looking (and sounding, tbh) member of the chicory family that’s making its case to be the leafy green of 2019. ad_intervals[‘413808_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘413808_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); If you’re unfamiliar with the up-and-coming superfood, you can pick endive out of the produce section by its oval-shaped head and boat-shaped white leaves with yellow or red-purple tops. It’s known for being fresh and crunchy, and though its slight bitterness might seem like a turnoff, don’t be intimidated. The benefits of endive make the case for why it might soon be taking over your plate. Keep scrolling for insight on the health benefits of endive AKA your
Get ready for it—Butternut squash’s moment has officially arrived
August 29, 2019 at 04:30AM by CWC Ever have a flashback to when kale wasn’t cool (#tbt)? Well, there’s a new crew of superfoods about to hit your plates and IG feeds. We teamed up with Ocean Spray to clue you in on the trends. Learn about all six craze-worthy foods here, and read on to find out why the health benefits of butternut squash earned it a spot. Sweet potato will probably always be the darling of the gluten-free set, but a different orange veggie is encroaching on its reputation as most-loved root veg: butternut squash. Though butternut squash isn’t new to the wellness scene, we’re declaring 2019 the year it officially stakes its claim among the veggie it-crowd—and for good reason. It offers a lighter alternative to sweet potato with less sugar, carbs, and calories, but still provides all the versatility that makes sweet potato a go-to paleo or Whole 30 ingredient. ad_intervals[‘413629_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘413629_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); In fact, the vitamin-packed veggie is potentially even more swap-friendly than its starchier cousin, evidenced by its selection as the star ingredient in healthified recipes that are blowing up the foodie sphere (think pastas, pizzas, and yes, even waffle fries). Want to know the deets on the case for adding the fiery-colored squash to your plate? We asked Eliza Savage, RD at Middleberg Nutrition, and Barbara Mendez, nutritionist and pharmacist, to fill us in. Keep reading for more intel on the health benefits of butternut squash. Benefits of butternut
You’re not imagining it—broccoli is giving cauliflower a run for its money
August 29, 2019 at 04:30AM by CWC Ever have a flashback to when kale wasn’t cool (#tbt)? Well, there’s a new crew of superfoods about to hit your plates and IG feeds. We teamed up with Ocean Spray to clue you in on the trends. Learn about all six craze-worthy foods here, and keep reading to find out why the health benefits of broccoli got it onto the list. Okay, so cauliflower isn’t going anywhere (see: every person you know Instagramming TJ’s cauliflower gnocchi). But now, it’s time to make more room in your cart for the next cruciferous it-veg: Broccoli. Yep, the old-school green—best known for being your least favorite childhood vegetable—is making a comeback, in a big way. According to a Green Giant survey, broccoli is the most popular vegetable in America, racking up favorite status in 39 states in 2019. And with the surge in creativity around new ways to eat it, it’s fast becoming a tastebud-pleasing sleeper hit. ad_intervals[‘413666_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘413666_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); All that, and it’s got the nutrition oomph to punch it up to superfood level. Find out why you need its health benefits in your life—plus the trending ways to add it to your plate. Keep reading to find out the health benefits of broccoli and a full cheat sheet on your new favorite cruciferous vegetable. Benefits of broccoli There’s a lot to cover with broccoli’s nutrition content, but first things first: It’s a total
Exactly what the U.S. Army’s nutritionist looks for in an energy bar
August 28, 2019 at 11:02PM by CWC The process of selecting a nutritious energy bar can be a dizzying task. New brands pop up on the market each day with more flavors than you can find at Baskin-Robbins. But when it comes to finding the most wholesome option to throw into my gym bag, I have to admit I usually just panic, grab one at random before swiftly exiting the convenience store to make it to class. That is, until now. Stand at attention, reader, because I’m about to report back exactly what matters on the label of an energy bar. Maj. Brenda Bustillos, PhD, a nutritionist with the U.S. Army, told me exactly how to scan the nutrition label to find a packaged snack that will deliver in energy and satiety. In an interview, Dr. Bustillos shared hows to decode the shelf of whey-based, vegan, and nutty power bars. How to choose the healthiest granola bar, according to the U.S. Army’s nutritionist 1. Check out the serving size While most bars will contain only one serving, that’s not the case with each and every one. “Numbers on the Nutrition Facts label can be deceiving if you don’t look at the full picture,” warns Dr. Bustillos. So before you move on, make sure you know whether you’ll need to multiply the other nutritional values to accurately calculate the calories, fats, carbs, fiber, and more. ad_intervals[‘419042_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘419042_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); 2. Note the
4 herbs that will help your body become a collagen-making machine
August 28, 2019 at 10:00PM by CWC [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N5Ra00ulf8c] A cool drink that boosts collagen production? Get the recipe. In the span of a few years, collagen has gone from whispered-about beauty booster to mainstream healthy all-star. The nutrient—which contains 18 amino acids, including eight essential amino acids—does everything from reduce wrinkles, strengthen hair, and improve digestive health. The only major bummer about collagen is that there are no vegan sources for it. But there are completely plant-based ways to amp up your own internal collagen production. In the latest episode of Well+Good’s YouTube series Plant Based, herbalist and holistic health practitioner Rachelle Robinett gives the low-down on four herbs that work to do exactly that. ad_intervals[‘418956_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘418956_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); One collagen-boosting herb Robinett loves: he shou wu, an ancient Chinese herb. “It’s sometimes called an ‘elixir of life’ and is an ancient remedy that’s best reputation is for preventing or reversing gray hair,” she says. Another herb that plays well with collagen is horsetail. “Horsetail is high in silica, which is supportive of blood vessel creation, tendons, and muscles,” Robinett explains, adding that this is a building block for the production of collagen. These are just two of the herbs Robinett highlights in the episode. She also shares a recipe for a vegan collagen-boosting lassi, a yogurt-based drink popular in India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. The silky beauty bev only takes a couple minutes to make and is caffeine-free, so you
Instant ramen is getting a major makeover—but can it ever be a truly healthy food?
August 28, 2019 at 06:27PM by CWC As far as packaged food goes, instant ramen—the beige block of dried noodles with its silver foil packet companion—is arguably the most iconic example that comes to mind. It’s many things—affordable, convenient, tasty—but has never been associated with health. One package of the leading brand of ramen has 1,660 milligrams of sodium, more than what the American Heart Association recommends most adults eat in an entire day. Other than protein, it has very few other nutrients to offer up—barely any fiber, and minimal vitamins. Still, there’s something satisfying about dropping the noodle block into a pot of boiling water, breaking it up with a spoon, then stirring in the powdered flavoring in for a super quick dinner. And honestly, can you think of a more satisfying meal for less than a dollar? Still, the idea that instant ramen could be transformed into a health food seems virtually impossible. But hey, other unlikely transformations have happened: just look at the cauliflower’s comeback as a healthier pizza and gnocchi option. Is it ramen’s turn to metamorphose into the next, greatest health food? These three brands certainly think so. ad_intervals[‘418912_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘418912_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); Giving craft ramen the ‘instant’ treatment The brand: Mike’s Mighty Good The healthy upgrade: While packaged instant ramen has essentially remained unchanged for decades, “craft” ramen found at ramen bars and restaurants has become more popular than ever in the United States. When making
How to use an olive oil hair mask to get your shiniest hair ever
August 28, 2019 at 04:00PM by CWC I’ve tried a lot of things in order to have shiny hair. From spritzing on hair milks to taking collagen and biotin supplements, my strand health has definitely improved—but I’ve yet to go the more natural route. One such hair hero that you can find in your kitchen, however, could save the day: an olive oil hair mask. Sure, olive oil is a nutritious essential for the Mediterranean diet, but beauty pros also say it’s key for hair health—mainly because of its good-for-hair fatty acids and vitamins. “Olive oil has been recognized for centuries as a beauty staple, used historically by the Egyptians, Romans, and Greeks,” says Lanaia Edwards, senior director of marketing for Nubian Heritage. “It’s an ultra-nourishing ingredient that is rich in vitamins A and E, antioxidants, and omega-3 fatty acids, which infuse hair with hydration.” Besides delivering all sorts of healthy nutrients to your lengths, olive oil can also help prevent hair damage. “A study conducted on the importance of oils in maintaining healthy hair concluded that they protect the hair from damage by penetrating the hair shaft, reducing the amount of water the hair can absorb, which prevents swelling at the hair shaft,” explains says Debbi Burnes, founder of Sumbody. This means that the hair won’t swell up when you wash it, which can create damage over a period of time. ad_intervals[‘416298_div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘416298_div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’);}); } }, 100); The catch? The same researchers also