With the end of Nutrition Month around the corner, it’s time to put everything we’ve learned about macros into practice. Let’s look at some real-life scenarios from MyFitnessPal staffers Lauren and…
Category: Nutrition
9 Tips for a Clean Bulking Cycle
A bulking cycle is a strategic period of weight gain that athletes and recreational gym-goers engage in to gain both muscle and strength. If you’re curious about whether or not…
This or That: Heart-Healthy Sugar Swaps
February is Heart Health month! We’re celebrating all month long by highlighting sugar and its impacts on your health. Did you know? Most adults, about 60% of men and 65%…
12 RD-Approved Low Sugar Recipes
When you think of Heart Health Month, you may think of things like how to identify a stroke, high blood pressure, or signs of a heart attack. This is all important and…
These 10 Sugar Swaps Are Sure to Boost Heart Health
February is Heart Health month. Globally, people want to cut the cubes, slash the syrups, and forgo the granules, as sugar tops the list of must-ditch foods this year. Despite our best…
5 Fueling Mistakes Runners Need to Avoid
Whether you’re running to lose weight, get in shape or a little bit of both, pinning down a nutrition strategy can be tricky. Here are the most common mistakes runners…
Ask the RD: How Do You Determine the Right Macro Mix?
Following a healthy, well-balanced diet over the long term requires flexibility. That’s why tracking macros to ensure you have a balance of carbs, protein and fat, is so popular. The process starts by calculating a target…
44 Nicknames for Added Sugar
The American Heart Association recommends 25g of added sugar per day for women and 36g for men, but on average, Americans consume a whopping 68g per day. If you’re shocked, you’re…
Are You Eating Enough Protein?
When you hear the term “protein intake,” you might just think about building muscle, but it’s much bigger than that. Protein is essential for our bodies to work properly from head to toe. Getting…
Ask the RD: What’s the Healthiest Cooking Oil?
Cooking oils differ in nutrients, flavor profile, and the level of heat they can withstand, which is why it can be helpful to include a variety in your diet. Like other…
How Much Water Should You Actually Drink?
You hear all the time how important it is to stay hydrated. Water makes up 60% of our body weight, and it’s crucial for digestion, waste removal, temperature regulation, and…
Grocery Store Shortcuts to Speed up Meal Prep Time
This year, you committed to (or recommitted to) eating a diet of fresh, whole foods. There’s just one snag: It can take so darn long to wash, cut and cook…