Kiersten Hickman

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https://www.kierstenhickman.com

Experience:

Kiersten Hickman is a health and nutrition journalist. She holds a master’s in journalism from DePaul University as well as a certificate in nutrition science from Stanford Medicine. Previously, Kiersten worked as the Deputy Editor at Eat This, Not That! and Social Media Editor for Reader’s Digest. Her written work has been published by Taste of Home, Bustle, The Healthy, Stacker, Eating Well, Nike, and more. She also writes Forkful, a Substack newsletter about debunking diet culture myths. Follow her on Twitter (@hickmankiersten) and Instagram (@kiersten.hickman) for the latest updates.

Articles by Kiersten Hickman

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18 Best Mother's Day Recipes to Please Mom

These brunch recipes are perfect for celebrating Mom with a delicious homemade meal.

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45 Cozy Comfort Foods for Weight Loss

You can still indulge in your favorite comfort meals when you're trying to lose weight.

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31 Thanksgiving Sides You’ll Want Seconds Of

From classic sides like mashed potatoes and casseroles, to more unique dishes you haven't experienced yet.

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15 Side Effects of Eating Oatmeal Every Day

Is oatmeal good for you? We asked the experts.

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8 Best & Worst McDonald's Burgers, According to an RD

An expert discusses the healthiest—and unhealthiest—burgers on the McDonald's menu.

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8 Healthiest McDonald’s Breakfast Items

Here’s the healthiest way to start your day at the golden arches.

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Copycat Shamrock Shake Recipe

When you're craving McDonald's famous minty treat, here's how to make it right at home.

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Here's Your Fat-Blasting 2024 Meal Plan

These meals are the inspiration you need to get on track with your healthy eating goals this year.

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6 Ways Breakfast Can Help You Lose Weight

RDs explain all of the amazing weight loss benefits that can come from your morning meal.

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29 Best Healthy Cooking Hacks

These healthy cooking ideas couldn't get any easier.

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9 Things You Should Never Put in Your Air Fryer

Chefs and food experts share their picks for foods that don't belong in an air fryer.

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Healthy Salad Dressing Recipes You Can Make in Minutes

Don't waste time with store-bought dressings when you can make your own using a few simple ingredients.

8 Steakhouse Chains Where Chefs Actually Eat

8 Steakhouse Chains Where Chefs Actually Eat

When they don’t feel like firing up their own grills, here are the steaks chefs order when they’re dining out.

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The Best Dishes To Order at a Steakhouse

We asked an expert to share what she considers to be the best steakhouse orders you can make.

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How Eating Flaxseeds Can Affect Your Body

You've probably heard the hype around the benefits of flaxseeds, but are they actually good for you?

Surprising Effects of Drinking Cranberry Juice, Says Science

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Surprising Effects of Drinking Cranberry Juice

Sip on this regularly to reap some incredible health benefits!

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8 Brazilian Steakhouse Secrets You Never Knew

There’s a lot of history behind that juicy slice of skewered meat!

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15 Burger Chains You’ll Never See Again

Who remembers ordering a Big Barney, or the Super Shef?

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5 Coffee Habits That Are Shortening Your Life

We turned to research to learn which coffee habits need a kick to the curb.

Here’s How Much You Should Really Tip At Restaurants Right Now, According to Experts

How Much You Should Really Tip At Restaurants Right Now

Is the industry standard still considered the standard? We asked restaurant experts to weigh in.

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Chefs Review Controversial Foodie Flick "The Menu"

We asked chefs to share their very real thoughts about the horror-comedy foodie film.

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5 Old-School Chain Restaurant Meals Chefs Loved

These beloved chains may have closed forever, but they live on in the palates of chefs to this day.

I’m a Chef and This Is My #1 Go-To Coffee Chain

I'm a Chef and This Is My #1 Go-To Coffee Chain

It certainly wasn’t the chain we were expecting.

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9 Best Food Advent Calendars for 2022

Clever, tasty ways to count down this holiday season!

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Here's How Long You Actually Need to Cook Your Turkey

Roast the perfect bird this Thanksgiving thanks to these expert-approved tips.

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5 Pizzas You Have to Try At Least Once

Make or order a chef-approved gourmet pie at home with these pro tips!

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Never Stuff The Cavity Of Your Thanksgiving Turkey

Not only does the practice increase your risk of food-borne illness, but it can also lead to an improperly cooked bird.

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Why Your Turkey Dries Out—And How to Avoid It

Nothing is more of a buzzkill on Thanksgiving day than overcooked, dry turkey.

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25 Cozy Instant Pot Recipes Perfect for Weight Loss

Put your pressure cooker to work with these comforting recipes!

Chicken Stew

8 Old-Fashioned Stews You Need to Know How to Make

As the temperatures start to drop, cozy up with a big bowl of homemade stew.

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