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1 week ago | 
wellnesspulse.com | Eglė Krištopaitytė |Sandra Vigelienė
A WellnessPulse analysis of 50 best-selling protein bars sold by popular retailer chains across the U.S. found that only 66% contain enough of the nutrient to be considered ‘high protein.’ Moreover, many bars are high in sugar and low in fiber, raising questions about whether they can be considered ‘healthy’ food options. As many as 71% of Americans said they were trying to consume more protein, according to a 2024 survey.
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1 week ago | 
wellnesspulse.com | Laura Juozaponytė |Alifia Fernandes Jokubauskienė |Sandra Vigelienė
Fasting is becoming an increasingly popular lifestyle approach for people consciously trying to have a healthier and more intentional relationship with food. While some nutritional science experts may describe fasting as something of a diet fad, it seems to have an incredible staying power. It’s not that hard to understand why.
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1 week ago | 
wellnesspulse.com | Joanna Sadowska |Sandra Vigelienė |Julia Zakrzewski |Erica Digap
Every year, new typesof diets emerge, gaining popularity among health-conscious individuals who aresearching for sustainable weight loss approaches. The GOLO diet became popular a few yearsago within the wellness community as an eating plan aimed at managing insulinlevels by combining personalized meals, exercise, and using aproprietary supplement.
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2 weeks ago | 
wellnesspulse.com | Eglė Krištopaitytė |S. Nicole Lane |Sandra Vigelienė
Organ meat is making a comeback in the United States, including in the form of supplements. But should you be taking them? We asked three experts. Soaring food prices during World War II and the risk of protein deficiencies made Americans eat more organ meat, which was previously considered low-class or rural foods. Eighty years, a global pandemic, and rampant inflation later, interest in organ meat, also called offal, seems to be growing again.
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4 weeks ago | 
wellnesspulse.com | Darius Kasiulynas |Sandra Vigelienė |Alifia Fernandes Jokubauskienė
Gut health depends on the balance of beneficial (‘good’) and harmful (‘bad’) bacteria in your digestive system, among other factors. The gut microbiome may impact digestive processes, immune function, and potentially even mood. Over 60 million Americans experience digestive issues yearly, and many people are turning to dietary supplements for additional support. While some supplements may help address certain digestive problems, not all of them work the same way or with the same efficiency.
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1 month ago | 
wellnesspulse.com | Jill Corleone |Sandra Vigelienė
The Mediterranean diet is recommended by many health professionals for its balanced and health-focused approach. Packed with vegetables, fruits, whole grains, fatty fish, olive oil, and recommendations for limiting red meat and highly processed foods, it’s linked to numerous potential health benefits like supporting heart health, glycemic control, and brain health. But what about the green Mediterranean diet? How is it different, and is it even better?
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1 month ago | 
wellnesspulse.com | Laura Juozaponytė |Sandra Vigelienė
There is no universal diet that works for everyone with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). While it does not sound promising, many people diagnosed with GERD do find certain things to be helpful in managing their symptoms. Often, it is a matter of trial and error to figure out which foods work and which don’t. Although this article does not provide strict instructions, it may give you ideas about what to consider in your diet if you are experiencing acid reflux.
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1 month ago | 
wellnesspulse.com | Alexandra Ginos |Sandra Vigelienė
Fiber is an important nutrient for overall health, but most of us aren't eating enough of it. More than 85% of adults don't meet the daily goal intake levels for the plant food categories rich in fiber, including fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. As a result, 90% of women and 97% of men don't meet the recommended daily levels of fiber intake, according to the 2020–2025 Dietary Guidelines.
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1 month ago | 
wellnesspulse.com | Darius Kasiulynas |Sandra Vigelienė
Probiotics are live bacteria and yeasts that support gut health by maintaining a balanced microbiome. Found naturally in fermented foods, they can be a valuable addition to a well-rounded diet. But how do they actually work, and what are the best sources? In this article, I collaborated with WelnessPulse in-house researcher Alifia Fernandes Jokubauskiene, MPharm, to explore probiotic foods, their key benefits, and how to use them in your daily routine to support your health.
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1 month ago | 
wellnesspulse.com | Jill Corleone |Sandra Vigelienė
In a room of 10 adults, more than three are likely to have prediabetes, and many may not even know it. Prediabetes is a type of health warning that your blood sugars are consistently higher than the normal range but not too high to be diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Knowing you have prediabetes is a good thing. Prediabetes can often be reversible.
