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Medically reviewed by Kierra Brown, RDMedically reviewed by Kierra Brown, RDMelons are part of the Cucurbitaceae plant family, which includes foods like pumpkins and cucumbers. There are dozens of different types of melons that grow globally, including the gourd-like bitter melon from India and the sweet canary melon grown in Asia and Africa.Most melons eaten in the U.S. are grown domestically, with watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew the most commonly consumed varieties.While each type of melon offers a slightly different nutritional profile, every variety is hydrating and full of antioxidants like vitamin C and beta-carotene. 1. Great Source of AntioxidantsMelons are excellent...

4 Health Benefits of Melons

Many of us learn about emerging health trends through social media. One of the more popular trends hitting sites like TikTok is taking colostrum supplements. Influencers rave it's excellent for gut health and carries several other benefits. Before going into whether it's an effective supplement, let's dive into what is...

Colostrum Supplements Are the Latest Health Trend. We Talked to an Expert to See What They Think

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A nutrition expert stopped taking supplements because research didn't back them up. Here are the two supplements Dr. Tim Spector still takes.

A top nutrition scientist and gut health expert shares the two supplements he takes — and the three he ditched

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Plus, RD-approved ways to eat watermelon.

Here's Exactly What Happens to Your Body When You Eat Watermelon Every Day

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There's caffeine hiding in more places than you'd think.

You Might Be Consuming Too Much Caffeine — Here's How Much Is Actually in Your Favorite Drinks

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Did watching the bespectacled Stephen Nedoroscik, aka, Pommel Horse Steve, inspire you to buy a new pair of glasses? Us too. And we know of a sneaky way to get a shiny new pair of frames for just $1. Zenni Optical, home to a slew of luxury eyewear brands, is...

PSA: Stock Up on New Specs for $1 at the Zenni Optical Flash Sale

If you keep seeing TikToks about "moon face" or "cortisol face" and are wondering what the heck that means, well, welcome to the club. I was confused myself until I recently went down a social media rabbit hole, where I discovered videos (with thousands of views, BTW) of people showing their swollen, puffy faces and blaming too-high levels of the stress hormone cortisol. After sharing tales of woe, and a few "before" and "after" pics, many posters end their videos with not-so-discreet callouts to buy their ebook, use their products, or "learn more at the link in bio," so viewers can get rid of their moon face, too.

‘Moon Face’ Is Trending on TikTok—Here’s What a Doctor Wants You to Know

Managing a chronic health condition can feel like a full-time job because...it is one. There's the daily work of ensuring you take your medication, monitoring your symptoms, and scheduling regular follow-ups with your provider. Then, you need to fulfill the basic needs of getting enough sleep, exercising, and eating well, as well as focus on all of the other things that make you feel like yourself.

6 Low-Lift Ways to Make Managing a Chronic Condition Easier, According to Health Experts

On a perfect night, you’d put your head down on your cushiony pillow (hopefully not while scrolling TikTok—more on that later), get your eight hours, and wake up refreshed. You may even have the best sleep position in order to get the most quality zzzs. But if lately you've been thinking, why do I wake up every two hours?, you may see sleep as anything but refreshing.

9 Reasons You’re Waking Up Every Two Hours (or More) at Night, and How to Fall Back to Sleep ASAP

As a religious coffee drinker for over a decade, trying to wake up without my morning java is a struggle. But in an unfortunate twist, I also experience significant morning anxiety (think Sunday scaries, but every day), so I’ve been looking for ways to wake up sans coffee in the hopes that it will help me get a handle on that. Enter: mushroom energy drinks.

I Traded My Daily Coffee for a Fruity Mushroom Energy Drink—Here’s What Happened to My Focus and Energy Levels

Many older adults who are concerned about their blood pressure, or experience fatigue and other troublesome symptoms from blood pressure medications, are reaching for tart cherry juice. Diet plays a critical role in every aspect of our health and well-being, and the food-as-medicine movement is gaining momentum for a reason. However, that doesn’t mean that tart cherry juice is right for everyone — or that it can replace blood pressure medication.

Does Tart Cherry Juice Lower Blood Pressure?

Feeling low on energy? One in five people report experiencing fatigue regularly. And it makes sense that in an effort to feel more energetic and hydrate at the same time, we might turn to coffee, energy drinks—or electrolyte beverages. Electrolyte drinks help replenish your body with important nutrients after...

The 7 Best Electrolyte Drinks for Hydration, According to a Dietitian

It’s no secret that we have a serious plastic problem, with microplastics overwhelming our everyday environment (like our food, our drinking water, and even the clouds in the sky).This unfortunate reality impacts natural landscapes, wildlife, and our own bodies. It’s not all grim: There are so many actions that...

11 Ways to Eat Less Plastic—Because, Yes, It’s in Your Food and More

While plant-based alternative milks have become increasingly trendy in recent years, the most common complaint about them is that they often don't measure up in nutrition compared to dairy milk. The thing is, dairy milk might not be suitable for certain people, particularly those who are lactose intolerant. That's where ultra-filtered milk comes in. This new-age milk is high in protein and calcium while containing no (or very little) lactose. But what is ultra-filtered milk, anyway? Two registered dietitians *whey* in to answer this question and more.

This Protein-Rich Milk Can Make Your Smoothies and Cereal Bowls More Satisfying and Filling

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5 Foods That Help Reduce Gas, According to Nutrition Experts

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"I worked at Walgreens for 4 years. There was never a dress code for customers". A Walgreens shopper says a manager kicked her out of the store for not following the store’s dress code, sparking outrage in a viral TikTok.

I didn’t realize you had a new dress code for customers: Walgreens shopper says she was forced out

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In a dramatic rescue operation captured on video, the Italian Coast Guard airlifted a pregnant woman from a cruise ship in the Adriatic Sea on Sunday. According to news reports, the woman, who was experiencing complications and "at risk of miscarriage", was successfully transported to a hospital for medical care.

Pregnant Woman Evacuated from Cruise Ship "At Risk of Miscarriage"

Most coffee lovers can admit they're always on the lookout for their next best cup. A new brew that’ll knock their socks off, maybe with a higher caffeine buzz or a delicious full-bodied flavor. Well, if you've been craving a fresh take on your morning joe, you're in luck. We've found a coffee trend that ticks both boxes—caffeine and flavor—and is bound to be your next obsession. We’re talking about white coffee, folks.

If You’re a Caffeine Connoisseur, White Coffee Might Be Your New Best Friend, According to a Roasting Expert

News broke yesterday that Daisy Ridley, an actor best known for her roles in the recent Star Wars trilogy and this year's Young Woman and the Sea, has Graves' disease. Ridley was officially diagnosed with the autoimmune condition in September 2023, after seeing an endocrinologist about hot flashes and fatigue—symptoms not commonly associated with an otherwise healthy, active 32-year-old.

Actor Daisy Ridley Announces She Has Graves’ Disease—Here’s What to Know About the Condition

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Dietitians reveal the best supplements to fight inflammation and help get you moving again. Inflammation gets a bad rap, but it’s actually part of your immune system’s healing process when you are injured or get sick. The problem arises when inflammation becomes chronic—say, from certain autoimmune disorders, chronic diseases, or smoking. In these cases, finding the right anti-inflammatory supplement may benefit you.

The Best Supplements to Fight Inflammation, According to Dietitians

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Do Colostrum Supplements Actually Have Health Benefits for Adults? Experts Weigh In on the ‘Liquid Gold’

If you've been researching the latest and greatest health supplements on the market, you may have recently stumbled upon info...

Do Colostrum Supplements Actually Have Health Benefits for Adults? Experts Weigh In on the ‘Liquid Gold’

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