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  • 1 week ago | wellandgood.com | Christina Manian

    If you do any kind of cooking at home, you probably (myself included) also have a kitchen cabinet dedicated to food storage containers. They make eating on the go, meal prepping, pantry organizing, and leftover storage easy and convenient. Plus, they can help reduce food waste. Historically, food storage containers have been made of plastic due to its durability.

  • 1 week ago | health.com | Christina Manian |Nick Blackmer

    Eating protein in the morning is a great way to maintain healthy tissues, encourage healthy blood sugar, curb cravings, and more. Alexander Spatari / Getty Images The popular 30/30/30 morning routine entails eating 30 grams of protein within 30 minutes of waking up and subsequently exercising for 30 minutes. This habit, made popular by Gary Breka on TikTok, has been associated with weight loss and blood sugar control.

  • 1 week ago | health.com | Christina Manian |Nick Blackmer

    There are ways to eat dark chocolate in moderation to minimize potential downsides like caffeine or sugar intake. Mike Kemp / Getty Images Although chocolate can sometimes be associated with unhealthy habits like eating too much sugar, dark chocolate has many redeeming qualities.

  • 1 week ago | realsimple.com | Christina Manian

    Credit: Lindas Photography/Getty Images Key TakeawaysCalcium supports much more than bone health—it’s essential for muscle function, nerve signaling, heart rhythm, and hormone regulation. Foods like firm tofu, sardines, almonds, and chia seeds can offer more calcium per serving than a glass of milk, often with added benefits like fiber, healthy fats, or protein.

  • 2 weeks ago | wellandgood.com | Christina Manian

    If there’s one piece of advice that we’ve all received (maybe ad nauseum), it’s to drink more water. And though some of us may be tired of being constantly urged to stay hydrated, fluid balance is actually pretty central to overall wellbeing. “Hydration supports nearly every function in the body, from muscle recovery and brain function to temperature regulation, joint mobility, and even sleep quality,” explains Alison Ellis, MSc, RD, dietitian and founder of The Toddler Kitchen in Victoria, BC.