“Once I had beautiful, healthy hair, but now it doesn’t grow, falls out, and looks damaged…” Does this situation ring a bell with you? I’ve already faced this problem as a teenager. I’ve spent a lot of time trying to repair it, using many methods. But finally, I’ve found a solution. Bright Side’s author wants to share her hair repair story and hopes that it’ll help […]
11 Things That Might Be Less Healthy Than We Thought
Many of us have heard facts about certain foods that we believed to be true — only to discover later that these were a myth. Like, for example, the fact that restricting calories and following a gluten-free diet can do more harm than good for your health. It’s challenging enough trying to keep a healthy weight and eat right, and getting misinformation about health and nutrition […]
7 Healthy Properties of Coffee Proven by Science
Lately, there have been a lot of controversial rumors about our beloved morning beverage. But you probably will agree that there’s nothing better than taking a scientific approach to resolving disputes like this one. Scientists state that drinking coffee in moderation not only is harmless, but it also might have a positive influence on your health. For example, coffee lovers often look younger than their peers […]
8 “Healthy” Foods That Can Actually Be Bad for You
Eating healthy is just a matter of awareness. Unfortunately, the food industry has made it harder sometimes to actually know what is healthy and what is not, by placing misleading advertisements and labels on what is actually junk food. Today, at Bright Side, we’ve researched which foods are bad for your health, despite claims that they’re healthy. We’ve also added a bonus at the end of the article, on naturally poisonous […]
Scientists Have Proven That There Is No Such Thing As Healthy Food
When trying to lose weight, it’s better to base your decisions on scientific facts, not trendy diets. We want to tell you about a huge study conducted by Israeli scientists who found that there are no universal principles for healthy diets, and for some people, tomatoes might be more harmful than ice cream. Eran Elinav and Eran Segal from the Weizmann Institute of Science processed the information of about 800 volunteers from […]
5 ways to turn your egg breakfast into a nutritional powerhouse
Experts reveal top nutrition tips for elevating your breakfast eggs Starting your day with a nutritious and filling breakfast is vital for maintaining energy levels and focus until lunch. Many Americans turn to eggs for their first meal of the day for ease, affordability and taste. “Eggs are a popular choice due to their versatility and high-protein content, […]
These are the best immune-boosting foods, according to nutrition experts
From blueberries to oysters, nutrition experts say these foods will help support your immunity To support your immunity, consider eating these expert-approved foods. “When we consume foods that lack adequate supply and variety of vitamins and minerals, like the standard Western diet that’s high in simple carbohydrates and sugars, our body does not have the […]
6 energy boosters to help beat the midday slump, from a nutrition expert
Nutritional biologist shared ‘keys to sustained energy’ to avoid post-meal fatigue Every day, it’s lurking — somewhere in the window between lunch and dinner, waiting to sap your energy and motivation. It’s the midday slump, that time of afternoon when many people succumb to fatigue, lethargy and a general decline in productivity. But you don’t have […]
White potatoes vs. sweet potatoes: Nutrition and health experts chime in on which is better
White potatoes vs. sweet potatoes: Is one healthier than the other? Food shoppers who visit supermarkets and grocery stores see several potato varieties stacked in produce aisles, but not many people can say they truly know the differences between white potatoes and sweet potatoes apart from color and taste. Are white potatoes “better” for health-conscious diets because […]
USDA raises school nutrition standards in attempt to fight diet-related disease
The new school meal rules will also limit how much food schools can source from outside the US The Biden administration on Wednesday announced new rules limiting the sugar and sodium content of meals served to millions of children at U.S. public schools. The standards unveiled by the U.S. Department of Agriculture are part of President […]