April Benshosan MS

Title: Contributor

Education: Masters in Publishing, Pace University

Expertise: Health, nutrition, fitness

Experience:

April Benshosan is a writer, editor, and content strategist who covers all things health, nutrition, fitness, and wellness. She holds a Master’s degree in Publishing, and her work has been featured in both print and digital outlets, including Women’s Health, EatingWell, SHAPE, Well+Good, LIVESTRONG.com, Health.com, and more. Before freelancing full-time, she spearheaded the nutrition vertical at LIVESTRONG.com, where her dedication to responsible health journalism stemmed. In her free time, you can catch April hitting a deadlift PR, hangin’ with her mini Australian shepherd, or planning her next international remote work location.

Articles by April Benshosan

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10 Burgers With More Fat Than 4 Packs of Bacon

These burgers are so loaded with fat, they’re like eating the equivalent of shocking amounts of bacon in one sitting.

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What Happens to Your Body When You Eat Ham

Ham is a traditional centerpiece on many Christmas tables, but how does it affect your body and health?

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10 Unhealthiest Granolas on Grocery Shelves

Don't let these whole grain breakfast cereals deceive you—they're secretly loaded with sugar.

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The 10 Unhealthiest Instant Oatmeals

Oatmeal can be a very healthy breakfast option, but these instant options are loaded with sugar and sodium and low in fiber.

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11 Healthiest Sausage Brands

Traditional sausages can be overloaded with sodium and fat, so we asked registered dietitians for their healthier picks.

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The 10 Unhealthiest Breads on Grocery Shelves

Packed with refined sugars and lacking in fiber and protein, these breads offer little nutritional value and are best avoided.

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The 25 Unhealthiest Cookies in America

Dietitians warn that these supermarket cookies are packed with sugar and unhealthy ingredients, making them worth skipping.

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8 Reasons Ground Turkey Should Be Your Go-To Protein

Use this high-protein meat for any meal and enjoy its amazing health benefits.

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13 Best & Worst Chicken Sausage Brands

Chicken sausage may be healthier than the pork variety, but some brands are better than others.

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25 Most Popular Chips in America—Ranked by Sodium

Just how salty are your favorite snack chips?

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Diet Coke vs. Coke Zero: Is One Healthier?

We tasted the two diet sodas while dietitians reviewed the ingredients and nutrition information to reveal the differences.

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12 Best Low-Fat Fast-Food Burgers

Honor your cravings while practicing moderation by ordering a simple burger and skipping fatty toppings.

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12 Best Low-Calorie Beers for Weight Loss

Fewer calories and lower alcohol make you less likely to get buzzed and succumb to the dreaded drunchies.

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Are Sweet Potatoes Healthy? 6 Benefits To Know

With stellar nutritional content that can boost whole body health, there's a lot to love about the spuds.

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25 Highest-Calorie Fast-Food Breakfasts—Ranked

We found the highest-calorie fast food breakfasts at every popular chain so you'll know which meals to skip.

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7 Best Healthy Pancake Mixes To Buy

Pancakes and weekends go together like peanut butter and jelly. How does your short stack stack up?

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What Is Ezekiel Bread, and Is It Healthy?

Bread usually gets a bad rap, but Food for Life's Ezekiel 4:9 sprouted loaf is here to undo that.

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25 Bottled Iced Teas—Ranked by Sugar

Here are the iced teas to avoid and the ones that you can sip without a worry in the world.

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Is Oat Milk Good For You? 8 Effects of Drinking It

Is this beloved plant-based drink actually healthy? Dietitians reveal the answer.

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15 Best High-Protein, Low-Calorie Snacks

From chips and bars to shakes and cereal, these protein-rich snacks help you stick to your calorie goals.

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10 Best Probiotic-Rich Kefirs for Gut Health

Feed your gut the good stuff with these healthy kefirs, full of live active cultures and probiotics.

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12 Hot Dogs That Use the Highest Quality Ingredients

These dietitian-approved, healthy store-bought hot dogs are ideal for summer grilling.

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11 Popular Jarred Pickles—Ranked by Sodium

If you're watching your salt intake, you might want to do a double-take on these popular pickles.

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25 Highest-Sugar Restaurant Desserts—Ranked

A shocking amount of sugar lurks in these popular desserts at major chain eateries.

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The 12 Unhealthiest Milkshakes in America

Some of these shakes have five times the amount of sugar that you should have in a whole day!

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25 Unhealthiest Ice Creams, Ranked by Sugar Content

These cartons of ice cream have more sugar than you'd ever expect.

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30 Healthy Sugar-Free & Low-Sugar Snacks

These snacks are proof that you don't need a ton of sugar to make a tasty treat.

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The 11 Healthiest Herbs & Spices You Can Eat

We combed through the scientific research to identify the healthiest herbs and spices that definitely deserve a spot in your pantry.

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The 25 Saltiest Fast-Food Orders in America

Some of these orders have more salt than what you need in an entire day.

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Unhealthiest Salad Dressings—Ranked by Sugar

RDs say that using some of these dressings is like putting candy on top of your salad.

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