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But is it really okay to eat the same foods daily? Not to mention, simply winging your meals on the days you’reseriously burnt outmay not have the best result. Even Chan herself isn’t immune to this decision fatigue. Photo: Getty Images “And I’m a dietitian this is what I do for a living.” For some folks, though, eating the same foods daily isn’t a choice but a necessity. For one, sticking with a pre-determined meal plan each day may not satisfy you emotionally, says Kimball....

An eye doc weighs in on TikTok’s newest odd beauty “hack.” Have you heard of mucus fishing? But before you get too excited: It’s best not to jump on the bandwagon with this one. Photo: AdobeStock no one should be mucus fishing," saysMelissa Toyos, M.D., board-certified ophthalmologist and facial cosmetic surgeon. Yes, this is all fine. There are instances when your eyes may produce more mucus as a result of something in your environment....

(Here’show much protein you need per day.) Does protein powder expire? Whatcanhappen to expired protein powder is that it’ll stop tasting so great, he says. Wildman likes to add it to smoothies, pancakes, muffins, or even sprinkle it over oatmeal. (Unflavored Protein Powder you’re able to Add to Anything and Everything.) How can you tell if protein powder has gone bad? If it seems rancid or off in any way, trust your nose and ditch it....

Here’s what a veterinarian wants you to know before you grab this recovery tool. His tail pointed straight up toward the sky as purrs vibrated out from his chunky body. He was on cloud nine. Courtesy of Veterinary Surgical Centers – Rehabilitation (VSCR) In the five months since, the two cats in our household have claimedthe massage gunas their own. Do Professionals Ever Use Massage Guns On Animals? Then, we can get them feeling better and get them stronger....

Is LaCroix bad for you? Sparkling waters have faced some controversy, but they don’t deserve all the shade. Here’s what to know. The seltzer boom is here. Sales of sparkling waters and seltzers (includingalcoholic ones) haveskyrocketed since 2018and show no signs of slowing. Here’s a look at the science, and what’s really in your LaCroix. (For example, reducing 200 calories to 120 calories in a 2,000-calorie diet.) So, there are a lot of possibilities in what could be used to flavor the drinks....

Here’s what dietitians have to say about this trendy supplement. You’ll never have to wonder what’s actually legit or what to skip again. You see collagen supplements everywhere. Photo:Getty Images Collagen supplements come in powders, capsules, gel-caps, tablets, gummies, and liquid form. Lately, liquid collagen, in particular, has been touted on social media for its benefits. But is this form the preferred way to get collagen? Getty Images Read on to learn what dietitians have to say....

There are some major worries around lower back pain duringorafter a workout pervading the fitness world. To be fair, back injuries arenotfun. But is lower back pain after a workout something youactuallyneed to worry about? Photo: Getty Images Simply put, it depends on your symptoms and their severity. Some aching and general soreness is common, too. Back DOMS tends to develop gradually after exercise. When Is Lower Back Pain After a Workout a Concern?...

Here’s what you should know. What Is Mineral Oil, Exactly? First, a word on what mineral oil is. Photo: Getty Images safe to consume) by the Food and Drug Administration’sstandards, notes Dr. Skotnicki. “It has to be highly, highly refined,” she says. And mineral oil has been used in beauty products for a long time, says Dr. Skotnicki. “It’s what’s in baby oil and it’s in products like Vaseline and Aquaphor....

All too often it can be loaded with salt, sugar, and excess fat. (Think: movie theater buttered popcorn and kettle corn from the fair.) In fact,research suggestspopcorn is a favored snack since it tends to be salty. Photo: Getty Images Popcorn Nutrition Popcorn results from corn kernels that have expanded or, well, popped. However, as mentioned earlier, the nutrient profile of popcorn can vary greatly depending on its preparation. But overall, popcorn specifically, the plain air-popped kind is healthy, based on the benefits below....

The supplement is popular among active people, both athletes and casual exercisers alike. To help you out, we asked registered dietitians for the 411 on this supplement. What is Protein? Photo:Getty Images Protein is anessential macronutrient, meaning the body needs it in large amounts. (The other macronutrients are carbohydrates and fats, ICYDK.) According to Ziegelbaum, amino acids are involved in many functions in the body. Examples include immune function, metabolism, muscle building and repair, and hormone regulation....

Before you try reverse washing your hair, find out how the simple adjustment can impact your strands. How and when you wash your hair is very personal. What Is Reverse Hair Washing? Getty Images. In short, this concept is just what it sounds like. It calls for usingconditioneron your strands first before shampooing your scalp when washing your hair in the shower. Lliguin remembers reverse hair washing spiking in popularity in the ’80s when damaging perms were popular....

I admit: I was intrigued. (Plus, the3,000+ Sweet Sweat stick reviews on Amazongive it 4.5 stars.) But what is Sweat Sweet, and is it just another case of Instagram hype preying on the easily-influenced? Here’s what experts have to say. What Exactly Is Sweet Sweat? *Insert major eye roll here. WTF is a thermogenic response? Experts have differing opinions on whether or not the above ingredients will actually make you feel warm....

Your decision to take a cold or hot shower after exercise may not be as consequential as you think. You’ve just followed up an intenseHIIT workoutwith an extendedcool-down routinein hopes of keeping soreness at bay. Many gym-goers who want maximum recovery benefits swear by using either hot or cold water while washing off. Photo: Getty Images However, there’s not enough research on cold showers to confirm that they can in fact improve recovery....