Kiersten Hickman

Social media

About author

Kiersten Hickman is a freelance 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

costco food court

4 Food Court Favorites That Are Now Overrated

The Costco food court may be cheap, but loyal shoppers wonder if the poor quality is even worth it.

shopping costco protein

9 Best Seafood to Buy at Costco

From fresh to frozen, here are the best seafood finds at the warehouse, according to loyal shoppers.

Bowl of pumpkin pad thai with peanuts ready to be eaten

65 Tasty Fall Recipes For Weight Loss

Slim down this season with these healthy, comforting meals!

kitchen tools

10 Life-Changing Kitchen Products Under $10

We’re surprised these kitchen life savers are so darn cheap!

chicken parm casserole

65 Cozy Comfort Foods for Weight Loss

These warm, homey meals are perfect for colder weather—and for losing weight!

Grilled Prime NY Strip Steak

9 Secrets for Cooking the Best Steak

Cook that steak like a pro at home with these tasty tips!

filling jelly into thumbprint cookie

13 Old-Fashioned Cookie Recipes You Need

Take a trip down memory lane with these delicious confections!

bowls of homemade orange chicken with chopsticks

45+ Healthy Copycat Restaurant Recipes

From the Big Mac to Starbucks Frappuccinos, here are recipes for your favorite restaurant dishes!

10 Cooking Secrets Only French Chefs Know

10 Cooking Secrets Only French Chefs Know

A French-trained chef shares the key tips for cooking like a pro right at home.

chicken sandwich

Healthy Eating, Recipes

Quick 15-Minute Dinners With Frozen Foods

Cooking dinner on a busy weeknight has never been this easy.

cookbooks

The Best Cookbooks in 2022 So Far

We perused the shelves and chose the cookbooks that are worth every penny.

broccoli cheese eggs in mugs with forks

Healthy Eating, Recipes

The 19 Best Surprisingly Healthy Cheese Recipes

Think cheese can’t be a part of a healthy diet? Think again!

Hoisin beef kebab

19 Healthy Cookout Recipes

Getting bored with making the same ol’ burgers and hot dogs on the grill? Upgrade with these tasty alternatives.

Starbucks copycat pumpkin loaf recipe

Copycat Starbucks Pumpkin Loaf Recipe

Prep a healthier version of this Starbucks treat with our go-to copycat recipe!

woman with upset stomach drinking tea

Drink This, Not That!

#1 Best Drink for Leaky Gut, New Study Suggests

Researchers found that supplementing with green tea extract could lower blood sugar levels and lessen gut inflammation.

13 Ways To Eat Healthy on a Budget, Say Dietitians

13 Ways To Eat Healthy on a Budget

Save big with these nifty hacks from the experts.

Upgrade Your Boxed Brownie Mix With These 9 Tasty Tips

Healthy Eating, Recipes

Upgrade Your Boxed Brownies With These 9 Tips

Elevate the flavor of your boxed brownie mix with these clever upgrades!

italian chef

10 Cooking Secrets Only Italian Chefs Know

Upgrade your Italian recipes at home with these clever go-to tips from chefs.

steak baked potato steakhouse

Healthy Eating, Restaurants

The Best Dishes to Order at a Steakhouse

We asked an expert to share her favorite go-to healthy meals to order at any steakhouse.

not drinking wine

Drink This, Not That!, Healthy Eating

5 Warning Signs You Should Stop Drinking Wine

If you are experiencing any of these signs, it may be time to put down the glass and talk to a doctor.

shake shack

9 Shake Shack That Might Surprise You

Wait, did you just say peanut butter bacon burger?

perfect mini blueberry pancakes on a plate with syrup

Healthy Eating, Recipes

This Nifty Trick Will Make Perfect Pancakes Every Time

You’ll have pancakes ready to make any time you want!

Man Pouring Coffee from Pot

Drink This, Not That!, Healthy Eating

Here's What Coffee Does to Blood Pressure

For some, that regular cup of java may negatively affect your numbers.

baking a cake

Healthy Eating, Recipes

Upgrade Your Boxed Cake With These Tasty Tips

Did you know that box cake mix can also make deliciously chewy cookies?

baking with eggs

This Egg Hack Will Come in Handy When You Bake

Need an egg at room temperature quickly? Try this!

eating at desk

The #1 Best Snack for Blood Sugar

Keep your blood glucose levels steady with this satiating combo.

woman eating dessert

5 Ways to Stop Sugar Cravings Before They Start

Keep those sugar cravings at bay with these helpful expert-approved tips.

eating salad

4 Best Vegetables to Keep Your Brain Young

Include these vegetable varieties in your meals for a sharper noggin!

celery juice

Drink This, Not That!

4 Side Effects of Drinking Celery Juice

Does this popular juice really live up to the hype? We asked an expert about the benefits and drawbacks.

Taco Bell

Healthy Eating, Restaurants

The #1 Best Breakfast to Order at Taco Bell

Finding a quick and healthy breakfast to eat at this popular chain is a lot easier than you think.

Next