Anthea Levi

Anthea Levi is a New York City-based health reporter and registered dietitian-in-training with a passion for helping others eat well to feel well, from the inside out. The keys to her heart include (but are not limited to) a killer cup of coffee, a tough Pilates class, and a spoonful—or five—of extra creamy almond butter. Anthea has been published in Health, Buzzfeed Health, VeryWell Health, and Eat This, Not That!.

Articles by Anthea Levi

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Do You Have to Wait to Swim After Eating?

Is it really necessary to follow the age-old rule? We got the answers from experts.

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Is Pasta Really That Bad for You?

The carb-rich food is often shunned by those looking to lose weight—but is it really that bad for your diet?

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Do Hair Supplements Work? Experts Weigh In

Biotin and other hair supplements are often touted for the ability to boost hair health, but does the B vitamin really work?

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Is MSG Bad For You?

We asked a nutritionist for the lowdown on the rather controversial ingredient.

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Is Butter Bad For You?

We spoke to a registered dietitian to find out if the spread is OK, or if it's really harming your health.

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Does Drinking Coffee and Tea Dehydrate You?

The answer to this age-old question might surprise you.

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Is Lemon Water Healthy?

We ask an expert if lemon water is truly the key to achieving optimal health.

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Are Rice Cakes Healthy?

Sure, they're low in calories, but are rice cakes really your best bet when it comes to snacking? A nutritionist weighs in.

Should You Stop Drinking Alcohol to Lose Weight?

Should You Ditch Drinking to Drop Pounds?

Could that glass of rosé be the reason you're not hitting your health goals? An expert explains.

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Is Carbonated Water Actually Bad for You?

Bubbly waters are touted as healthy, low-calorie beverages, but are the fizzy drinks actually good for you? An expert gives us the lowdown.