Articles by April Benshosan
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.
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?
10 Unhealthiest Granolas on Grocery Shelves
Don't let these whole grain breakfast cereals deceive you—they're secretly loaded with sugar.
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.
11 Healthiest Sausage Brands
Traditional sausages can be overloaded with sodium and fat, so we asked registered dietitians for their healthier picks.
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.
The 25 Unhealthiest Cookies in America
Dietitians warn that these supermarket cookies are packed with sugar and unhealthy ingredients, making them worth skipping.
8 Reasons Ground Turkey Should Be Your Go-To Protein
Use this high-protein meat for any meal and enjoy its amazing health benefits.
13 Best & Worst Chicken Sausage Brands
Chicken sausage may be healthier than the pork variety, but some brands are better than others.
25 Most Popular Chips in America—Ranked by Sodium
Just how salty are your favorite snack chips?
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.
12 Best Low-Fat Fast-Food Burgers
Honor your cravings while practicing moderation by ordering a simple burger and skipping fatty toppings.
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.
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.
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.
7 Best Healthy Pancake Mixes To Buy
Pancakes and weekends go together like peanut butter and jelly. How does your short stack stack up?
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.
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.
Is Oat Milk Good For You? 8 Effects of Drinking It
Is this beloved plant-based drink actually healthy? Dietitians reveal the answer.
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.
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.
12 Hot Dogs That Use the Highest Quality Ingredients
These dietitian-approved, healthy store-bought hot dogs are ideal for summer grilling.
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.
25 Highest-Sugar Restaurant Desserts—Ranked
A shocking amount of sugar lurks in these popular desserts at major chain eateries.
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!
25 Unhealthiest Ice Creams, Ranked by Sugar Content
These cartons of ice cream have more sugar than you'd ever expect.
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.
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.
The 25 Saltiest Fast-Food Orders in America
Some of these orders have more salt than what you need in an entire day.
Unhealthiest Salad Dressings—Ranked by Sugar
RDs say that using some of these dressings is like putting candy on top of your salad.