Sarah Bradley

Sarah Bradley is a freelance writer from Connecticut, where she lives with her husband and three sons. Her personal essays and reported features on health and parenting have been published at On Parenting from The Washington Post, Women's Health, Parents, Real Simple, O the Oprah Magazine, and Romper, among others. In her so-called "free time," Sarah is an amateur baker, homeschooling mom, and aspiring novelist.

Articles by Sarah Bradley

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12 Healthiest Butter Substitute Brands

Whether you're cutting calories or avoiding dairy, these butter alternatives are a safe choice.

17 Fall & Winter Foods That Are Super Good for You

17 Winter Superfoods You Should Be Eating

These nutrient-dense foods thrive in cold weather—and they posses powerful nutrients to boost your health.

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20 Things Dietitians Say You Should Never Do

There are some things people do in an attempt to be healthier that nutritionists strongly urge against.

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Downsides of Drinking Coffee Every Day

Even a small amount o' joe can cause some not-so-pleasant side effects.

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A Side Effect of Drinking One Glass of Wine

It's not dangerous, but it's certainly disruptive.

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#1 Reason You Shouldn’t Eat Microwave Popcorn

Popcorn is an inherently healthy food, but the method in which you prepare it matters.

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This Is the Best Way to Take Collagen

There are four ways you can take collagen—pills, powders, drinks, and natural foods—these are the pros and cons of each.

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5 Reasons You Should Stop Drinking Juice

Juice may appear healthy, but if you don't drink it in the right way, it could cause some negative side effects.

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13 Worst Diet Habits for High Cholesterol

Some of these are things you think are actually good for you.

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The Best Low-Carb Diets—Ranked!

Registered dietitians tell us which low-carb diets are safe to try and which you should skip.

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9 Signs You're Lactose Intolerant

If you're a dairy lover, but tend to experience bloating, brain fog, and breakouts, you may have a lactose intolerance.

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What Happens To Your Body When You Fast

It may seem harmful to restrict your body of food, but it's actually a part of human nature—and comes with certain benefits.

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9 Warning Signs You're Actually Gluten Intolerant

Digestive distress? Rashes? Headaches? These can all be symptoms that you've been living with a gluten intolerance.

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8 Warning Signs You're Eating Too Many Carbs

Yes, carbs provide you with energy and are easy to eat, but there's a high probability you're overdoing it.

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Can Taking Collagen Make You Look Younger?

This trendy beauty supplement is everywhere, but does it really do what it says it does? We asked a dietitian to find out.

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The 9 Best Low-Carb Marinara Sauces

Whether you're following a keto, Whole30, low-sugar, or low-carb diet, you can still indulge in your favorite marinara sauce — with a few adjustments.

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Out of 50 CLIF Bars, Only 5 Are Worth Buying

Sorry to break it to you, but nutritionists say these bars are not as healthy as you thought — not even for athletes.

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The 10 Progresso Soup Flavors Worth Buying

The next time you stop at the grocery store to stock up your pantry with soup for the colder months, keep this guide handy.

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7 Science-Backed Reasons To Eat More Cantaloupe

After learning these benefits of cantaloupe, you'll realize it will be so worth your time to buy this melon at the grocery store.

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The Best Dairy Milks to Buy (& The Worst)

While recently villainized, dairy milk contains many important nutrients and can still be part of a healthy diet if you choose the right brands.

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The 10 Worst "Healthy" Food Trends of 2019

We asked several experts to round up 2019's worst "health" food trends that are decidedly unhealthy.

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The 10 Best Healthy Food Trends of 2019

Nutritionists share the healthy food trends from 2019 that encouraged people to make better choices about what or when they eat.

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The Vegetarian Keto Diet Exists—But It's Hard

It's possible to follow a vegetarian keto diet that's rich in plant-based foods, but experts don't necessarily recommend it.