What to know about ‘healthmaxxing’ trends on social media

Proteinmaxxing? Fibermaxxing? Strengthmaxxing? Healthmaxxing? Here’s what works, what’s risky, and what’s a waste of money.

Fact vs. FictionOctober 28, 2026Caitlin Dow, PhD, Lindsay Moyer, MS, RDN

A snapshot of the latest research on diet, exercise, and more

Can you trust avocado oil claims? Can a lumbar belt relieve low back pain? Could a healthy Mediterranean diet help prevent rheumatoid arthritis? We look at those new studies, protein sources, breast and pancreatic cancer, and more.

Preventing DiseaseOctober 14, 2026Bonnie Liebman, MS

Debunked: 4 myths about plant-based diets

Here are four myths about the science on plant proteins, antinutrients, and plant-based diet nutrition.

Fact vs. FictionJuly 9, 2026Madeline Bennett, MS

A snapshot of the latest research on diet, exercise, and more

Can a knee brace curb osteoarthritis pain? Does using proton-pump inhibitors cause stomach cancer? Can GLP-1 drugs reduce endometrial cancer risk? We look at those new studies, plus others on caffeine, protein powder, shoulder pain, and more.

Healthy EatingApril 14, 2026Bonnie Liebman, MS

5 new processed foods that look healthier than they are

These five new processed foods sound healthier than they are, thanks to buzzwords like “protein,” “fiber,” “hydration,” “simple,” and “zero sugar.”

Healthy EatingApril 9, 2026Lindsay Moyer, MS, RDN

The healthiest nut or seed butters: 10 things to know

Most nut butter is simple. But picking a healthy one that isn’t too high in saturated fat or sugar isn’t always easy. Here’s what may—or may not—matter to you.

Healthy EatingFebruary 26, 2026Lindsay Moyer, MS, RDN, Marlena Koch

10 high-protein foods: Which are healthy and which aren’t?

Most of us eat enough protein, but that doesn’t stop the food industry from tossing in extra. Here are 6 protein junk foods and 4 healthy protein-boosted foods.

Healthy EatingFebruary 5, 2026Lindsay Moyer, MS, RDN

Which Starbucks protein drinks have the most—or least—sugar?

Two of Starbucks’s new Protein Cold Foam drinks have at least 5 teaspoons of added sugar, but the chain also offers unsweetened protein drinks.

Healthy EatingNovember 21, 2025Lindsay Moyer, MS, RDN

A snapshot of the latest research on diet, exercise, and more

Is CBD harmful? Is red meat better than beans? Can living near a golf course increase risk of Parkinson's? We look at those new studies, plus others on gluten and IBS, diverticulitis, type 2 diabetes, and more.

Preventing DiseaseSeptember 5, 2025Bonnie Liebman, MS

How much protein is in eggs, chicken, beans, or other foods?

Our chart shows how much protein per serving is in common meats, poultry, fish, dairy, plant-based foods, beans, soy foods, nuts, and more.

Healthy EatingJuly 16, 2025Lindsay Moyer, MS, RDN, Marlena Koch