Alyssa Northrop

Oct 24, 2024 | forbes.com | Alyssa Northrop |Mascha Davis

Protein is important for everyone—not just those with diabetes. Protein helps build and maintain muscle, repair the body’s cells, improve satiety and is important for skin healing. Protein powder is a convenient way to add more high-quality protein to the diet. Getting enough protein may be particularly helpful for people with diabetes (a condition characterized by elevated blood sugar levels), who are less likely to meet their protein needs than those without diabetes.

Jun 20, 2024 | forbes.com | Alyssa Northrop |Janet Helm

Table of Contents {{ tocState.toggleTocShowMore ? 'Show more' : 'Show less' }} Sulforaphane is a phytonutrient found in cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cabbage and Brussels sprouts and—in higher doses—supplements. While it’s currently being studied for its wide range of potential health benefits, including its role in cancer protection, improved blood sugar control and neuroprotection, more human clinical trials are needed to fully understand its effects. Read on to learn more about...

Feb 13, 2024 | forbes.com | Alyssa Northrop |Carolyn O’Neil

Table of Contents {{ tocState.toggleTocShowMore ? 'Show more' : 'Show less' }} Whether it’s a busy work week, the kids need carpooling or there’s simply no time to prep and cook, frozen meals are a quick and easy way to satisfy hunger. But can they be healthy, too? Below, registered dietitian nutritionists explain how to choose the healthiest frozen meals and recommend their personal nutritious—and delicious—favorites. Frozen meals have come a long way since TV dinners emerged in the 1950s....

Feb 4, 2024 | forbes.com | Alyssa Northrop |Mascha Davis

Table of Contents {{ tocState.toggleTocShowMore ? 'Show more' : 'Show less' }} Countless fad diets, supplements and other products are often marketed as easy ways to lose weight. While the idea of a quick fix for weight loss—like individual juices or juice diets—may be appealing, experts generally agree the safest way to effectively manage weight is through a healthy, balanced diet and regular physical activity. But for people who are trying to lose weight and want to incorporate juices into...

Jan 18, 2024 | forbes.com | Alyssa Northrop |Amanda Smith

While experts agree a healthy diet and lifestyle are the most important components of supporting brain health, research suggests the supplements below can help fill important nutrient gaps in a person’s diet—and potentially support cognitive health and mood. Omega-3 Fatty AcidsOf all the supplements recommended by experts for brain health, omega-3 fatty acids top the list.