Patricia Varacallo

3 weeks ago | thehealthy.com | Patricia Varacallo

1. Dried beans (lentils, black beans, chickpeas)Dried beans are one of the most affordable and nutritious non-perishable foods you can keep in your pantry. “They’re high in protein, fiber, and iron,” says Brittain, who notes they’re also versatile and plant-based—making them a heart-healthy staple that supports digestive health and long-lasting energy. Shelf life: Two to three years (or longer if vacuum-sealed)Storage tips: Keep in airtight containers in a cool, dry place.

3 weeks ago | thehealthy.com | Patricia Varacallo

How is yoga good for digestion? While research is still emerging, many experts agree that yoga can support digestive health in several meaningful ways, especially for those dealing with occasional constipation. Here’s how yoga may improve digestion:It increases blood flow to the digestive system, delivering oxygen and nutrients to your gut. It stimulates peristalsis, the wave-like contractions that move food through your intestines.

4 weeks ago | thehealthy.com | Patricia Varacallo

About the expertsBeth Czerwony, MS, RD, CSOWM, LD, has been a registered dietitian with the Cleveland Clinic Center for Human Nutrition since 2007. She earned her master’s degree in dietetics from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and holds a certification in obesity and weight management. Devin Brittain, RD, LDN, is a registered dietitian and licensed dietitian nutritionist at LCMC Health in New Orleans.

1 month ago | thehealthy.com | Patricia Varacallo

What to drink to shed water weightStaying well-hydrated helps your kidneys flush out excess fluid and sodium. But some beverages go a step further by actively supporting fluid balance and reducing bloating. Certain drinks act as mild diuretics, increasing urine output and helping your body shed retained water. Others are packed with potassium and other electrolytes that help balance out sodium levels and prevent further water retention.

1 month ago | thehealthy.com | Patricia Varacallo

About the expertsJulia Zumpano, RD, LD, has been a registered dietitian with the Cleveland Clinic Center for Human Nutrition for almost 20 years, specializing in disease prevention and management. Pratibha Rao, MD, MPH, is a board-certified endocrinologist with the Cleveland Clinic since 2014. If you’ve spent any time on social media lately, it’s possible you’ve come across the popular “cortisol cocktail”—a citrusy drink that promises to boost energy, ease stress, and help balance hormones.