Kelsey Kloss

4 days ago | womansworld.com | Kelsey Kloss

It’s difficult to imagine a world (or meal) without salt. From seasoning healthy foods like chicken and vegetables to more snackable bites like French fries and crackers, salt is a staple in the American diet. However, as many of us have begrudgingly accepted, salt can have serious effects on our bodies that compound as we grow older. That begs the question: What’s the recommended sodium intake by age to stay healthy? Here we break down what’s a safe amount vs.

1 week ago | newspub.live | Kelsey Kloss |Cailey Griffin

An exercise that takes a more mild approach while offering all the fat-burning benefits of a more grueling workout might sound too good to be true. But some claim that the trending “Zone 2” training, commonly known as the “fat-burning zone,” offers just that. What is this form of exercise — and can it work for anyone?

2 weeks ago | wellandgood.com | Kelsey Kloss

Even if you’re not a coffee aficionado, you probably have strong opinions on how to prepare your brew—whether it be French press, espresso, or perhaps the classic paper filter method. Turns out, your heart may have some thoughts on the matter, too. Experts in This ArticleBryan Quoc LeDr. Bryan Quoc Le is a food scientist, food industry consultant, and author of the book 150 Food Science Questions Answered.

2 weeks ago | womansworld.com | Kelsey Kloss

If you’re taking statins for high cholesterol, you may have encountered friends or family (or social media commenters) who point out a potential link to dementia. It’s enough to make anyone pause. There’s a great deal of confusion around the topic of cholesterol medications and cognition. For one, heart and brain health are often closely intertwined, and those who take statins may already be at risk for issues like memory loss.

3 weeks ago | wellandgood.com | Kelsey Kloss

Caffeine sells—both in the supermarket, and in the news. At least once per year, it seems like there’s a striking story on the latest super-caffeinated product (say, a supercharged lemonade or a “natural” energy drink) having lethal effects for some users. The recommended daily caffeine limit is pretty clear-cut: 400 milligrams per day for most adults, per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). However, over-caffeinated stories still continue to make headlines.