Adam Meyer

Jan 9, 2025 | eatingwell.com | Adam Meyer

If you’ve been diagnosed with high cholesterol, it’s all too easy to focus on what you shouldn’t eat. But did you know that eating more foods rich in soluble fiber is an easy, all-natural way to lower your numbers? Heart-healthy soluble fiber is found in foods like oats, beans, lentils, edamame, fruits and vegetables. And it does more than just lower cholesterol. Soluble fiber has also been shown to promote digestive health and support weight loss.

Jan 7, 2025 | eatingwell.com | Adam Meyer

Let’s be honest: Maintaining a consistent exercise routine can feel daunting, especially with the ever-present demands of work and family life. If you can relate, you may wonder what the least amount of exercise you can do (also called “minimum effective dose”) while still reaping the many health benefits of regular exercise. The good news is you don’t need to spend countless hours at the gym or purchase expensive fitness equipment to see results.

Dec 18, 2024 | eatingwell.com | Adam Meyer

Depression is fairly common in the U.S.-about 8% of American adults and 20% of adolescents had a major depressive episode in 2021 alone. Across the world, more than 300 million people are dealing with depression, which can hinder daily activities and diminish quality of life. Treatments like therapy and medication can help to alleviate symptoms of depression, and you should definitely contact a health professional if you regularly experience symptoms of depression.

Dec 11, 2024 | eatingwell.com | Adam Meyer

If you've just been diagnosed with psoriasis, you're far from alone. One hundred twenty-five million people worldwide have this condition, with over 8 million in the U.S. alone. Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune condition that accelerates skin cell production, leading to red, scaly patches that can be uncomfortable and challenging to manage. While there's no cure, taking the right steps early in your diagnosis can make a big difference in controlling symptoms and reducing flare-ups.

Nov 28, 2024 | eatingwell.com | Adam Meyer

If you have diabetes or prediabetes, you may have come across terms like "glycemic index" (GI) and "glycemic load" (GL) when putting together a blood sugar-friendly diet, but understanding what they are and distinguishing between the two is important. Although they sound the same, there are key differences between them. If you're focused on better blood sugar control, glycemic load is a better choice. Keep reading to learn why.