Lauren Panoff

2 weeks ago | verywellhealth.com | Lauren Panoff |Jonathan Purtell

Avocado oil and olive oil are healthy fat options for cooking and meal preparation. While they have similar nutrient profiles, their smoke points and flavor are the main differences. Olive oil is a tried-and-true choice for salad dressings and light sautées, whereas avocado oil is equipped for higher-heat needs. They are sources of unsaturated fat and are healthy alternatives containing saturated fats, like butter or coconut oil. Avocado and olive oils have similar nutrition profiles.

3 weeks ago | mediafeed.org | Lauren Panoff

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, MFOMAYou’ve probably heard that “breakfast is the most important meal of the day.“ While some people can benefit from skipping breakfast, eating a good breakfast can also be a game-changer for weight management. Does eating breakfast help you lose weight? If so, what’s the best breakfast for weight loss? Research suggests that eating your largest meal of the day in the morning can be a critical strategy to support healthy weight loss.

3 weeks ago | verywellhealth.com | Lauren Panoff

Organic black coffee is generally the healthiest coffee beverage, but its intense flavor can be off-putting to some. If you don't enjoy black coffee, you can find other ways to make your coffee order healthier without sacrificing flavor. While cream can enhance flavor, add sweetness, and cool down a hot cup of coffee, not all creamers have the same benefits. Depending on the type (and amount) of cream you choose, you may be making your coffee less healthy.

4 weeks ago | mediafeed.org | Lauren Panoff

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. If you’re looking for straight answers, here they are: The average weight for women in the U.S. is 170.8 pounds, and the average height is 5 feet, 3 inches tall. These are mathematical calculations, so they don’t necessarily represent what’s typical or healthy for you as an individual. There are so many factors that make our bodies unique — our size, our shape, our proportions — that comparing ourselves to others is rarely helpful.

4 weeks ago | prod2.sleepopolis.com | Heidi Moawad |Lauren Panoff

According to one survey, about 7 percent of adults sleep on their stomachs, while 54 percent sleep on their side and 37 percent sleep on their back. Sleeping on your stomach is generally thought to be more associated with negative outcomes like spinal misalignment and chronic neck or back pain compared to other positions. That said, stomach sleepers may experience a more open airway, which could be helpful for snorers.