The Worst Drinking Habits for Your Waistline, Say Experts

Sip Smarter By Avoiding These Mistakes! By Rebecca Strong Ever wondered why you just can't slim down, no matter how healthy your food choices are? Well, the culprit might be what you're sipping on, because liquid calories can add up in a sneaky way—totally sabotaging your diet and exercise efforts. "A lot of us assume that it's just what we eat that matters when it comes to overall weight, but really, what we drink matters just as much," says Ashley Nader, RD. "When looking at our overall calorie intake for the day, with just one sugary drink at every meal, we could be adding somewhere in the ballpark of 500 plus calories and even up to 150 grams of added sugar. These numbers can absolutely adversely affect our waistlines, and our overall health and well-being." The next time you're feeling thirsty, heed the following words of warning from experts about the worst drinking habits for your waistline.   READ THE FULL ARTICLE    Latest Grocery & Healthy Eating News Since groceries have seen a serious increase in sales this year, many chain stores are looking to expand—and they could be coming to your neck of the woods.  If you struggle with sleep, these supplements can start improving the quality and duration of your night's rest.  Dozens of muffins sold at popular grocery stores like Walmart are being recalled because they could be contaminated with Listeria. Make sure they're not in your pantry! This summer has been abnormally hot, so it's vital that you replenish with electrolyte-enhanced beverages in addition to water.  What's In Our Cart?   You can increase your risk of developing chronic inflammation by eating heavily processed foods and consuming sugar-laden beverages. But while these foods can be the cause of inflammation, others can be the antidote. We checked in with expert Christopher Mohr, PhD, RD for the best anti-inflammatory foods to stock up on during your next trip to the store.   BEST FOODS THAT FIGHT INFLAMMATION   What To Cook This Week   Broiled Grapefruit with Frozen Yogurt and Crushed Brazil Nuts For a simple dessert that is both refreshing and packed with key nutrients like vitamin C and potassium, broiled grapefruit is a must-try. As an added bonus, this dish can be whipped up in under 10 minutes. This recipe is courtesy of Eat This, Not That! Medical Board Expert Lauren Manaker MS, RDN, LD, CLEC—author of the cookbook The First Time Mom's Pregnancy Cookbook, which includes 74 other nutrient-packed recipes. What you'll need: grapefruits, walnuts, Brazil nuts, pistachios, brown sugar, unsalted butter, cinnamon and vanilla frozen yogurt   GET THE RECIPE   What's Trending On Social Media   Pasta isn’t necessarily unhealthy. Carbs provide fuel for essential functions and have a solid place in a healthy diet (whole grains also contain important vitamins and minerals). If you don't want to give up the idea of a nice plate of pasta, look for the above low-carb options, which have these ingredient perks: 1. High in fiber 2. Contains protein 3. Has a short ingredient list   FOLLOW US NOW FOR MORE!   About Contact Us FAQs Privacy Policy Terms & Conditions Preferences © 2021 Galvanized Media, All Rights Reserved.