Julia Chatzky, Author at Eat This Not That

Articles by Julia Chatzky

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Worst Breakfast Foods On The Planet

If you're eating these, it's time for a wake-up call.

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Here's When It's OK to Eat Moldy Food

Can't decide if that white fuzz on your raspberries is enough to throw them out? We solved the mystery for you.

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25 Little Things Making You Gain Weight

Did you know these little habits were making a big impact on your waistline? Read on to find out if they're lurking in your daily routine.

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These Are the Worst Pasta Sauces on the Planet

Some sauces are best left bottled up.

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11 Worst Foods for Your Metabolism

Sure, you read about the foods that speed up metabolism but what about the foods that slow it down?

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10 Workout Mistakes Beginners Make

If you commit these exercise mistakes, your first workout could be your last.

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The Only Time You Shouldn't Drink Water Is...

This is the only time you shouldn't be drinking water. And the reason why is actually quite logical.

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The Absolute Worst Drinks at Starbucks

It's time to give these drinks the cold shoulder.

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40 Simple Swaps to Cut Thousands of Calories

These simple changes help you nix calories without a rumbling stomach.

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The Most Caloric Restaurant Dishes

Meet the worst of the worst.

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The Foods You Never Realized Had Added Sugar

You don't need to check the nutrition label of a candy bar to know you're taking in a booming count of added sugars, but did you know the sweet stuff is lurking in these everyday grocery items?

25 Best Healthy Snacks to Pack For a Road Trip

25 Best Snacks to Pack For a Road Trip

Nothing too stinky, too salty, or too sweet.

15 Quick and Easy No-Cook Lunch Ideas

15 Easy No-Cook Lunch Ideas

Skip cooking something on the stove and whip up one of these no-cook lunches in minutes.

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18 Foods That Fuel Productivity

When it comes to accomplishing our goals, we need fuel to start the fire.

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The Difference Between Brown and White Eggs

Confused by all the options at the grocery store? We can help.

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15 Store-Bought, High-Protein Office Snacks

Stock up on these nutritious noshes when the 3 p.m. lull hits.

7 Sleep Mistakes Everyone Makes—But Shouldn't

7 Sleep Mistakes Everyone Makes—But Shouldn't

You snooze, you lose… Lose weight, that is.

18 Three-Ingredient Breakfasts For Busy Mornings

3-Ingredient Breakfasts For Busy Mornings

Who says you don't have time for a healthy breakfast?

20 Grocery Swaps That Save You 2,000 Calories a Week

20 Grocery Swaps That Save You 2,000 Calories a Week

Cutting calories is about to get so much easier.

17 Probiotic Pairs That Double Weight Loss

These superfoods deliver a one-two punch to feed your healthy gut bacteria and rev up your weight loss.

Dunkin' Donuts Is Dropping These Popular Menu Items

The familiar coffee chain is giving you a bit less to run on.

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15 Ways to Lose Weight Before Breakfast

Jumpstart your weight-loss goals before you even head out the door.

What Exactly Is 'French Style' Yogurt And Should You Try It?

What Exactly Is 'French Style' Yogurt And Should You Try It?

Yogurt lovers, there's a new foreign flavor in town — and Yoplait says it's here to stay.

The 18 Best Finds From Brandless

The 18 Best Finds From Brandless

Grab healthy finds ranging from olive oil to ketchup to quinoa at super-low prices.

Chick-fil-A Goes After KFC with Family-Style Meals

Watch out Boston Market and KFC — there's a new way to avoid cooking for a family, and fast-food chain is really raising the bar.

Here's Everything Coming to the Starbucks Menu This Summer

Here's Everything Coming to the Starbucks Menu This Summer

Your favorite Barista just dropped quite the list of new additions to their summer menu. Curious as to which are Eat This-approved? We've got you covered.

McDonald's New Soft Serve Isn't As Healthy As It Seems

Is McDonald's New Soft Serve Healthy?

Is Mickey D's revamped soft serve recipe a sweet surprise for ice-cream lovers?

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15 Must-Buy, High-Protein Breakfast Products

If you're usually too busy to eat in the a.m., then we have a solution for you.

12 Best Beach-Day Snacks for a Flat Belly

Soak up the sun — not the fattening, sodium-spiked, belly-bloating snacks many of us thoughtlessly throw in our beach bags.

15 Seductive Phrases Food Brands Use To Trick You

15 Seductive Phrases Food Brands Use To Trick You

Unfortunately, it seems like food brands have learned to master the dating game. Yes, you read that right. Food companies are starting to flirt, and they're using the perfect words to lure us in.

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