Lucy Danziger is the former Editor-in-Chief of SELF magazine, and past president of the American Society of Magazine Editors. She has written several books but now that she is a plant-based eater, is healthier and happier than when she authored books about diet and happiness. Danziger is currently the Editorial Director and Chief Content Officer of The Beet.
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You Don’t Have to Go Keto Or Give Up Carbs to Lose Weight, Says This Expert
Everyone is confused about carbs That's the conclusion of keto thought-leader and best-selling author, Dr. Eric Westman, who has written a book to clear up our misconceptions about how to lose weight and still eat carbs: End Your Carb Confusion: A Simple Guide to Customize …
Omega-3 Helps Heart Patients Live At Least 3 Years Longer, New Study Finds
When faced with a heart scare like a heart attack, stroke, or another life-threatening event, you turn to anything that might help you heal, recover, stay out of the hospital for good and live years longer. A new study by the American College of Cardiology has found that eating foods high in Omega-3…
9 Easy Ways to Lift Your Mood, Including What to Eat and Drink to Feel Better
Anxious or stressed? (Who isn't right now?) The key is to figure out the right foods to reach for when stress, anxiety, and everyday worry takes over your brain. Other than getting exercise and a good night's sleep, food is the most powerful medicine you can reach for, says this doctor...
Adele Shows Off New Slimmed-Down Body on SNL. How to Do Her Diet
When Adele took the stage to host Saturday Night Live last night and walked out in a short-sleeved black top and black tights, she looked transformed: Slim, strong, fit, with flowing long blond hair, signature gorgeous cheekbones, and enormous playful eyes...
The One Drink You Should Sip More of Right Now that May Fight Cancer
Beets are the most wondrous food, and according to research, beet juice has the power to boost immunity, improve blood flow, and may even halt cancer cells as they form. Beets are full of nitrates that help you create nitric oxide, which improves sports performance and slows the aging process...
“Bee Keepers Love Bees.” A Beekeeper Sets the Record Straight About Honey
The topic of honey can be one that engenders debate among vegans and bee-lovers from all over. While vegans don't partake in eating honey, many who consider their diet plant-based do. When choosing honey, how do you find one that is pure, created by happy bees, and that is extracted in a way th…
The 13 Best Foods to Boost Your Immune System to Fight Off COVID-19 Symptoms
Here's what you need to know about fighting off COVID-19: Nothing but your immune system can beat this disease. And to have a stronger immune response to the invaders (virus particles that enter your lungs, blood cells, and organs and wreak havoc and cause inflammation) you need to eat a diet h…
Studies: Keto Dieting Can Lead to Weight Gain, Poor Metabolism, Health Risks
This week a new study by a well-respected cardiologist in Denver found that not only are ketogenic diets bad for long-term heart health, but they are not sustainable for lifelong weight loss. The study looked at the effects of keto dieting and found that too few of those who start a keto diet stay o…
Is Keto Killing You? New Study Examines Long-Term Heart Effects of Fad Diets
Keto may help you lose weight fast, but it's terrible for your heart health in the long term, a new study of the popular diet has found. Similarly, intermittent fasting helps people lose weight but the health effects depend largely on what people eat when they are in their "on"…
Eat Protein To Boost Your Immunity. Here’s Exactly How Much You Need
When you think about protein, you probably worry about getting enough to repair muscle tissue after a tough workout, to help your body build lean, strong muscles and lose weight while boosting your natural calorie burn. All that's true but protein also serves another critical function in the body: I…