Do you struggle to plan home cooked meals that fit your lifestyle and goals? MyFitnessPal’s new Meal Planner can help reduce mealtime stress—plus, maybe even help you save some time and money, too. What’s New: Introducing Meal Planner! Meal Planner is the latest feature from MyFitnessPal, designed to simplify healthy eating by delivering customized, balanced…
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Reaching your health and nutrition goals looks different for everyone. That’s why MyFitnessPal now offers three membership options to help you get there in a way that works best for you. Whether you’re tracking your meals for the first time, fine-tuning your macros, or looking for a smarter way to plan and prep meals, there’s…
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Between fad diets and the recent protein craze, carbohydrates are seen by some as macronutrient non grata. The thing is, carbs are actually one of the most important nutrients for providing your body with energy and nutrition (1). As the body’s primary source of fuel, carbs power up your brain for work and your body…
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If you’ve spent any time on health and wellness TikTok or Instagram, you’ve probably heard people warning you to toss your seed oils immediately—or else. Influencers claim they’re toxic, inflammatory, and even to blame for America’s obesity crisis. But is there any science behind the fear mongering? We asked dietitians to fact-check some of the…
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The internet is filled with folks singing the praises of high-fat, keto-friendly diets. Meanwhile, most healthcare providers stick by the decades-old advice to stick with a low-saturated-fat diet to improve your cardiovascular health. It can be hard to know what to believe. Nutrition is a very complex topic, and the best thing you can do…
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MyFitnessPal is one of the most comprehensive platforms for tracking your food and nutrition, making it a valuable resource for people working toward a weight or health goal. By tracking your intake, you can ID eating patterns, like eating too few vegetables or too much fat. But it’s a consistent logging practice that’s been shown…
Read moreIf you’ve ever spent the night staring at the ceiling, you know how stressful insomnia can be. It makes it harder to get through the day, let alone stick to your health goals. Sure, a cup of coffee might get you going, but there is another strategy that might help. Magnesium, often called the “relaxation…
Read moreAre you ready to level up your snack routine? You’ve come to the right place. These easy Mediterranean diet snacks may just have you rethinking that protein bar you’ve been relying on. In fact, these six picks are what dietitians (myself include) turn to to nix between meal hanger. Plus, they pack some serious staying…
Read moreWe’re excited to announce that we’ve updated our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Our new terms reflect our ongoing commitment to improving our users’ experience while empowering our amazing members to live healthier lives through better food choices. What’s New? Updated formats to make it easier for our users to digest (pun intended!). More…
Read moreCalories In, Calories Out—aka, “CICO”—is a buzzword anywhere people talk about their weight loss journeys these days. But unlike some other trendy diets, CICO is nothing new. It’s a traditional approach to weight management that comes down to this: If you eat fewer calories than you burn, you’ll lose weight (1). Calories are the unit…
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