Melina Jampolis

Jun 22, 2024 | womansworld.com | Colleen Travers |Jess Catcher |Melina Jampolis

Whether your sprinkle them over salads or savor them on their own, sunflower seeds are a classic snack. Aside from tickling your tastebuds, these nutrient-packed seeds are especially good for you. Here, find out the top sunflower seed benefits for females, plus more ways the crunchy treats improve your health.

Jun 6, 2024 | forbes.com | Amy Mackelden |Melina Jampolis

Table of Contents {{ tocState.toggleTocShowMore ? 'Show more' : 'Show less' }} The ketogenic diet, also referred to as the “keto” diet, has become popular in recent years, due to its purported effects on weight loss. Due to the restrictive nature of this high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet, some people following it may decide to add supplements to help with their overall nutrition. Read on to learn more about keto supplements, the ingredients they commonly contain, health benefits and potential...

Feb 5, 2024 | forbes.com | Nicole Gregory |Melina Jampolis

Getty Table of Contents {{ tocState.toggleTocShowMore ? 'Show more' : 'Show less' }} The paleo diet is based on the assumption that the simple foods of our Stone Age ancestors are healthier than contemporary diets, which generally include highly processed foods. The paleo diet emphasizes lean meat, fish and unprocessed, fresh foods. It also severely restricts carbohydrates, sugar and salt. This way of eating can lead to weight loss and other health benefits, research suggests, though it’s not...

Jan 8, 2024 | forbes.com | Nicole Gregory |Melina Jampolis

Getty Table of Contents {{ tocState.toggleTocShowMore ? 'Show more' : 'Show less' }} The Mediterranean diet, with its emphasis on fresh vegetables and fruit, whole grains, legumes, olive oil and fish, provides an array of health benefits, research suggests. These include weight loss and a lowered risk of heart disease, diabetes and some cancers. Plus, it’s easy to follow because it allows for a variety of flavorful foods and doesn’t require calorie counting. Find out if it’s right for you....

Jan 4, 2024 | forbes.com | Lauren Silva |Melina Jampolis

Table of Contents {{ tocState.toggleTocShowMore ? 'Show more' : 'Show less' }} Creatine monohydrate is one of the most studied dietary supplements. It’s a natural substance most often used as a workout supplement for its ergogenic, or performance-enhancing, properties. Creatine supplementation can help endurance, strength and power athletes, says Jose Antonio, Ph.D., chief executive officer and co-founder of the International Society of Sports Nutrition and Forbes Health Advisory Board...